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Over 11 acres on this former farmstead make up the gardens, which include countless trails and the Rural Life Museum. Groups can learn about the different types of plants while playing games and exploring the garden. Study inherited traits, or take apart plants while learning about their structure. Investigate the woods, by collecting clues and uncovering the story of Georgia’s rapidly disappearing pine ecosystem. Social studies programs combine hands-on activities and geography. Track a deer through the trails, use a map and compass, or go on an archaeological dig.

supports classroom learning in:
Science, Social Studies.

topics covered:
History, Farming, Plants, Biology, Hiking, Natural History, Ecology, Geography, Animals, Archaeology, Orienteering.

contact info
Name: Kathy Tucker, Education Coordinator.
Phone: 912-478-1507
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: Yes.

ABOUT

Georgia Southern Botanical Garden

The Georgia Southern Botanical Garden features over 11 acres of gardens on the early twentieth century farmstead of Dan and Catharine Bland. Wander the trails, paths and courtyards and explore the intriguing natural and cultural wonders of the southeastern coastal plain, where persistence, ingenuity, and a deep respect have bound people to the land. Discover a significant and growing collection of native and heritage plants, including over 20 of the state’s protected species. Peer down a pitcher plant, gaze upward at the gnarled branches of a magnificent longleaf pine, and inhale the heavy scent of confederate jasmine.

contact info

Hrs: Weekdays 9:30AM - 7PM, Sunday 1PM - 4PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

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Botanical Garden Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find. 

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Scouts

Over 11 acres on this former farmstead make up the gardens, which include countless trails and the Rural Life Museum. Groups can learn about the different types of plants while playing games and exploring the garden. Study inherited traits, or take apart plants while learning about their structure. Investigate the woods, by collecting clues and uncovering the story of Georgia’s rapidly disappearing pine ecosystem. Social studies programs combine hands-on activities and geography. Track a deer through the trails, use a map and compass, or go on an archaeological dig.

supports scout badges in:
Science, Social Studies.

topics covered:
History, Farming, Plants, Biology, Hiking, Natural History, Ecology, Geography, Animals, Archaeology, Orienteering.

contact info
Name: Kathy Tucker, Education Coordinator.
Phone: 912-478-1507
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: Yes.

ABOUT

Georgia Southern Botanical Garden

The Georgia Southern Botanical Garden features over 11 acres of gardens on the early twentieth century farmstead of Dan and Catharine Bland. Wander the trails, paths and courtyards and explore the intriguing natural and cultural wonders of the southeastern coastal plain, where persistence, ingenuity, and a deep respect have bound people to the land. Discover a significant and growing collection of native and heritage plants, including over 20 of the state’s protected species. Peer down a pitcher plant, gaze upward at the gnarled branches of a magnificent longleaf pine, and inhale the heavy scent of confederate jasmine.

contact info

Hrs: Weekdays 9:30AM - 7PM, Sunday 1PM - 4PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Botanical Garden Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find. 

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Homeschool

Over 11 acres on this former farmstead make up the gardens, which include countless trails and the Rural Life Museum. Groups can learn about the different types of plants while playing games and exploring the garden. Study inherited traits, or take apart plants while learning about their structure. Investigate the woods, by collecting clues and uncovering the story of Georgia’s rapidly disappearing pine ecosystem. Social studies programs combine hands-on activities and geography. Track a deer through the trails, use a map and compass, or go on an archaeological dig.

supports classroom learning in:
Science, Social Studies.

topics covered:
History, Farming, Plants, Biology, Hiking, Natural History, Ecology, Geography, Animals, Archaeology, Orienteering.

contact info
Name: Kathy Tucker, Education Coordinator.
Phone: 912-478-1507
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: Yes.

ABOUT

Georgia Southern Botanical Garden

The Georgia Southern Botanical Garden features over 11 acres of gardens on the early twentieth century farmstead of Dan and Catharine Bland. Wander the trails, paths and courtyards and explore the intriguing natural and cultural wonders of the southeastern coastal plain, where persistence, ingenuity, and a deep respect have bound people to the land. Discover a significant and growing collection of native and heritage plants, including over 20 of the state’s protected species. Peer down a pitcher plant, gaze upward at the gnarled branches of a magnificent longleaf pine, and inhale the heavy scent of confederate jasmine.

contact info

Hrs: Weekdays 9:30AM - 7PM, Sunday 1PM - 4PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Botanical Garden Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find. 

View Lesson Plan>>