The Partnership is a collaboration between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service programs, the City of Providence–Parks Department, and the Partnership for Providence Parks. They strive to connect children and their families to nature using city parks and urban greenspaces as outdoor learning areas. This is done through partnerships with schools looking to co-facilitate field trips at local parks, public and family programs ranging from nature play to birdwatching and guided hikes along nature trails throughout the city, and summer/after-school activities that encourage outdoor exploration. They also offer professional development opportunities for teachers in the City of Providence each summer. This program is part of a national effort of many Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnerships.
At a glance:
- Resource Type: After-school Programs, Community Learning Projects, Community Science, Education Materials & Resources, Field Trips, Outreach Programs/Speakers, Professional Development, Public and/or Family Programs
- Audiences: Adults, College/University Students, Early Childhood/Pre-K Students, Elementary (K-Grade 5) Students, Environmental Professionals, Families, High School (Grades 9-12) Students, Homeschools, Middle School (Grades 6-8) Students, Nonformal Educators, Parents, Public and/or Private Schools, Teachers/Formal Educators, Youth Groups/Scouts
- Environmental Focus: Animals/Wildlife, Biodiversity, Career Choices, Climate Change/Weather, Conservation, Ecology, Endangered Species, Environmental Health, Environmental Justice, Habitats/Ecosystems, Nature Awareness, Outdoor Skills/Recreation, Plants/Trees/Forests, Storm Water, Sustainability
- Academic Focus: Science
