Over the last couple of weeks the AP Environmental Science and Marine Ecology classes from Half Moon Bay High School took to the field in their first trips to Wavecrest Open Space- as part of the Junior Land Stewards Program. CLT hosted a number of experts to speak to the students about the history, ecological issues, geology, plants and birds of the open space. They ended each field trip with a mindful nature journaling practice called soundscape mapping. The high school students learned a lot about this magical place and gained the confidence they will need to lead 4th grade students on their field trips -which start in a few weeks.
Great thanks to the naturalists and speakers who made this such a rich and educational experience for these future high school field guides. Thank you to Malia DeFelice, Ginny Marshall, Sara Polgar, Barbara Dye, and Barbara Lohman.
Photos by Haley Peterson and Barbara Dye