Natural Area Teaching Laboratory
Natural Area Dr
Gainesville, FL 32611
United States
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Difficulty: Easy
- Picnic Tables
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Fungi are found all over the world and play an important role in the environment. On this adventure, learn to identify several fungi species growing nearby.
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The Birds of Gainesville brochure shows kids where to look for different birds along the trail. The brochure contains illustrations of some of the more common birds and information on how to identify them through various clues.
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Trees play a vital role in their environment and in the lives of people and animals. On this adventure, learn to identify six common trees found in the area.
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Let's see what we can discover today! On this adventure, explore your surroundings and use this checklist to find common things often overlooked in nature.
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Have you ever wanted to copy an animal's movement? On this adventure, follow along with the animal exercises on the pages and enjoy getting some energy out.
Start your e-Adventure![Birds e-Adventure](/sites/default/files/styles/adventure_card/public/2023-08/eAdventure_Birds_0.png?itok=j0vAFWzy)
Birds are an important part of our ecosystem. On this adventure, learn to identify several birds in the area through illustrations, field markings, and calls.
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Fungi are found all over the world and play an important role in the environment. On this adventure, learn to identify several fungi species growing nearby.
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