Gently Down the Seymour

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Gently Down the Seymour is a full day field trip at the Seymour Hatchery and Education Centre. A visit to the hatchery has students experiencing three interactive stations, each with an outdoor component. Each station experience is approximately 55 minutes in length. The Seymour River Hatchery provides all station materials for the field trip day. Students will have the opportunity to use tools of investigation, like chest waders, microscopes and thermometers to explore the life and habitat of Seymour River Valley.

Station A
A tour of Seymour River Hatchery to discover the role a hatchery plays in salmon conservation, view adult broodstock, as well as Coho and Steelhead fry.
Station B
Investigating Aquatic Invertebrates to show the diversity of stream life, the lunch of a salmon fry and the indicators of stream health.

Station C
Conducting a Stream Survey to identify the characteristics of healthy salmon habitat. Searching for evidence of salmon spawning.

Field Trips:
  • Spring 2024 Dates: FULLY BOOKED
  • Field Trip Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Grades: 2 to 6
  • Class size: 30 students maximum
  • Cost: $175.35 (including GST) per class - by cheque or secure online via Paypal
Registration Notes:
  • Register via the form below.
  • Questions? Email anytime: education@seymoursalmon.com
  • Our facility accommodates 1 class per day. Our program is designed to maximize the opportunities for the hands-on involvement of our visiting students. NOTE: Maximum class size = 30 students.
  • Registration is first come first served, with priority given to schools undertaking DFO’s Salmonids in the Classroom program.
  • Classes that could not register for a field trip date during the first round of registration can fill out the waitlist form. Maximum 2 field trip spaces per school.
  • Classes run from 10am until 2pm. If classes are unable to attend for this entire period it significantly impacts the value of our program.
  • If registered for a class please carefully read the teachers package, to ensure you arrive at the Seymour hatchery and not another hatchery facility
  • Prepare for registration by selecting the date for your class in the calendar. This date will be confirmed during secure online payment via Paypal, or reserved for 10 business days to allow receipt of a cheque.
  • Please note, we are often fully booked shortly after registration opens and waitlist options are limited.
  • A payment of $175.35 (including GST) by credit card via PayPal, or by cheque is required to confirm your space.
  • A confirmation email will be sent from [email protected], with your chosen field trip date and payment information.
  • Please add [email protected] to your email contacts to be sure to receive emails from us.

Gently Down the Seymour Program Sponsors!

Vancouver Firefighters
Neptune Terminals
District of North Vancouver Firefighters Charity
Telus 
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