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Join us on the shores of Flathead Lake to learn about aquatic invasive species at this free teacher workshop near Polson, Montana.
Deadline to apply is July 15, 2023.
This multi-day workshop is for K-12 science teachers to learn about aquatic invasive species and gain educational lessons and classroom activities for students. Teachers will learn from local scientists and learn how to use AIS educational trunks offered free across the state.
This workshop is being co-hosted and organized by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, the Flathead Lake Biological Station, and Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation. Funding is provided from a DNRC grant through the Lewis and Clark Conservation District.
When: Oct. 19-21, 2023
Where: Flathead Lake Biological Station, Polson, MT
Here's what you need to know to attend:
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This workshop is open to K-12 educators in Montana.
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Deadline to apply is July 15. You'll receive an email confirming your registration.
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Cost is free for all educators but a $50 fully refundable deposit is required to hold your spot. If you need to cancel your registration, do so before Sept. 15 to receive your deposit back.
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Food and lodging will be provided at the Flathead Lake Biological Station.
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Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Educators will receive OPI credits (approximately 12). The lesson plans and curriculum from this workshop meet state standards.
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The workshop will run from the evening of Thursday, Oct. 19 through the afternoon of Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.
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Some sessions will be outdoors and require moderate activity levels.
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Questions? Contact Dillon Tabish at (406) 751-4564 or dillon.tabish@mt.gov.
