EarthCamp Participation and Safety Guidelines

EarthCamp offers an outdoor learning experience focusing on Austin watersheds and the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer. It prepares teachers and students for safe participation, meeting safety training requirements. The program includes various activities like watershed scavenger hunts, macroinvertebrate investigations, and cave explorations. Safety protocols, participation forms, and logistics are emphasized. Students learn about environmental preservation, safety, and appropriate behavior during nature investigations. The program also includes emergency procedures and a teacher checklist for preparation.

What is the primary focus of EarthCamp?

• History and Geography

• Austin watersheds and water quality

• Art and Music

• Mathematics and Physics

What is required for a class to attend EarthCamp?

• A signed waiver from parents

• Presence of an EarthCamp-trained teacher

• A minimum of 20 students

• A donation to the City of Austin

What should students bring for the macroinvertebrate investigation?

• Flip-flops

• Water shoes

• Sandals

• Bare feet

What safety gear is provided for the cave exploration?

• Sunglasses and hats

• Helmets with lights and knee pads

• Life jackets and goggles

• Boots and raincoats

What must every participant have to attend EarthCamp?

• A completed and signed participation form

• A pair of sunglasses

• A personal first aid kit

• A raincoat

What is the main rule for interacting with the environment at EarthCamp?

• Touch and handle all animals

• Collect as many samples as possible

• Pick plants for study

• Keep everything in the environment safe

What should students do if they encounter poison ivy?

• Pick it for a sample

• Touch it to learn more

• Ignore it and walk away

• Identify and avoid it

What is the purpose of EarthCamp stamps?

• To track attendance

• To reward rule-following and participation

• To identify students

• To mark completed activities

What should students wear on cold days at EarthCamp?

• A swimsuit

• Shorts and a t-shirt

• Long pants and a jacket

• Sandals and a hat

What is the role of the teacher during an emergency at EarthCamp?

• Lead the group to safety

• Ignore the situation

• Administer first aid

• Call the parents and the school