School programs
Grasslands National Park
Looking for a fun, hands-on learning experience? We can meet your needs! Grasslands National Park offers curriculum linked school programs from Grade 3 to Grade 12.
West Block:
The Prairie Web of Life
Sneak up on a prairie dog town and hike the slopes of a prairie coulee. Students will
observe rare plants and animals and learn how they’ve adapted to their habitats. Learn how all prairie species are interconnected and why they are becoming “Endangered”.
Approx. 2 hrs - hike & learning activities
Grades 3 to 5
Going, Going, Gone?
Some of our famous, yet elusive Grasslands species are facing troubles in this endangered ecosystem. Are we looking at a “Going, Going, Gone” situation for our friends, or is there something we can do to help them out?
Approx. 2 hrs - hike & learning activities
Grades 8 to 12
The Bison are Back!
Take a hike back in time into the heart of bison country and discover how First Nations linked their lives to bison. Discover the secrets of how the Plains Bison were brought back from near extinction and once again play a role in the mixed-grass prairie ecosystem.
Approx. 2 hrs - hike and learning activities
Grades 5 to 8
East Block:
Once Upon a Time...65.5 million years ago
Discover the Badlands, an ancient place that exposes land formations from millions of years ago, revealing the time of the Dinosaurs! Hike these rich buttes and let the fossils tell the intriguing tales from long ago!
Approx. 2 hrs - hike and learning activities
Grades 5 to 8
Down by the Creek
Investigate a riparian zone, a very valuable part of a grassland ecosystem. Discover how water is key to life no matter how small or insignificant it may appear.
Approx. 2 hrs - learning activities & games
Grades 3 to 5
How to book your visit
Thank-you for considering a visit to Grasslands National Park for your school group.
To reserve your spot contact the site for availability.
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