Energy Flow in Ecosystems Standalone Field Trip

Students will explore the living and nonliving factors that make up our local ecosystems. We will sample and observe organisms and gather data to model the flow of energy and the cycling of matter.

Program Location(s):

Ipswich River, Topsfield

Grades:

4, 5

Price:

  • Program cost depends on number of students and length of program. Mass Audubon charges a flat fee per group of 15 students ("sub-group"). For a two hour program, the first sub-group is $180, and any additional sub-groups are $150 each. Maximum of 6 sub-groups of 15 students or 90 total students. Entry fees to certain field trip locations not included. Please contact us for a direct quote.

Curriculum Frameworks:

5-LS1-1 - From Molecules to Organisms--Structures and Processes - plants use of air, water, energy
5-LS2-1 - Ecosystems--Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics - movement of matter through food web

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