Become a Project WILD Educator

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| Janesville Schools Outdoor Lab, 3570 County Rd A, Janesville, WI
photo of a painted lady butterfly on purple coneflower by Beth Mittermaier
Register!

Learning Outside with Project WILD and Aquatic WILD: A Workshop for Classroom Educators

Submit your registration by July 17, 2025, to reserve your space!

Who

6-12 Educators, all content areas. PK-5 educators are welcome to attend as Project WILD and Aquatic WILD materials include elementary level activities, however the lessons demonstrated during the workshop content will highlight middle and high school level activities.

When

Thursday, August 14, 2025 • 9:00-3:30 PM

Where

Janesville Schools Outdoor Lab, 3570 County Rd A, Janesville, WI 

Cost

$50.00 (non-refundable) for the first 20 classroom educators. We have funding provided by the Department of Natural Resources to provide 50% off registration for up to 20 classroom educators.

Registration for non-classroom educators or any classroom educators beyond the first 20 is $100.

This workshop (a $120 value) includes: Project WILD Curriculum and Activity Guide, Aquatic WILD Curriculum and Activity Guide, lunch, and a plethora of resources for you and your students.

Participants will learn to:

  • Identify and describe ways that Project WILD and Aquatic WILD activities may be used to address content standards at your grade level and within your content area.
  • Identify and adapt activities from the guides for meaningful inquiry-based, place-based learning.
  • Network with regional environmental organizations that support schools and educators.
  • Develop a plan for implementing Project WILD and Aquatic WILD for increased environmental literacy.

Significant portions of the day will be spent outdoors. Footwear and attire should be selected for comfort and moderate activity. More specific details (including maps, parking, agenda, etc.) will be provided to registrants.

Questions may be directed to Sandy Benton at sandy@fieldedventures.org or 920.944.4033