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Secondary Programs
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Our educational programs for the middle school, high school, and college levels are designed to supplement curricula taught in the classroom, and can easily be integrated into existing courses of study. Specific topics, activities, and presentations can be adapted for various ages. Some of these programs are suitable for in-school presentation.
**Fees: Minimum fees apply for each program
**Teachers and Chaperones: You will be allowed 2 free adults per program. ALL additional adults will be charged the per person program fee.
For reservations please call (516) 692-6768 or e-mail fisheducator@cshfha.org.
* Rates effective July 1, 2011.
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Guided Tours
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Students will receive a guided tour of the Fish Hatchery & Aquarium. Our educators can answer your students many questions. Students will also feed our hungry trout. Please choose from one of the following topics for discussion during your guided tour. |
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Aquaculture
1 Hour, $5 per person, Minimum fee $60
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Hatcheries are vital to the management of our aquatic resources. Students are introduced to the inner workings of the fish hatchery, how we keep fish
disease free, how we use natural artesian well water to minimize energy consumption, and how fish are collected and delivered safely to their new homes.
Students will be able to tour the trout ponds and have an opportunity to feed the hungry fish.
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Hatching Trout
1 Hour, $5 per person, Minimum fee $60
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As a working hatchery stocking ponds and lakes all over the state, we are experts on the life cycle of trout. Students will learn how eggs are collected
from live trout and cared for at the Hatchery, and compare this process to trout spawning naturally in the wild. Students will observe the amazing attributes
of trout at all stages of development, as well as tour our live exhibits.
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Reptiles & Amphibians
1 Hour, $5 per person, Minimum fee $60
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With the largest living collection of native reptiles and amphibians in New York State, the Hatchery is uniquely prepared to educate students on these
fascinating creatures. Learn where these animals live, what they consume, how they protect themselves, and why many species are endangered. Students
will be able to get up close and personal with a variety of amazing creatures.
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Seasonal Programs
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Our seasonal programs are very popular for students of all ages. Make reservations for these programs early!
These programs do not include a guided tour of the Fish Hatchery & Aquarium. We invite your students to spend time exploring our exhibits at the conclusion of the program. Fish food may be purchased in our Gift Shop.
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Egg Stripping |
1 Hour, $6 per person, Minimum fee $72
Late October through mid November
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During the program, which is unique to our Hatchery, students will witness one of the most fascinating aspects of aquaculture! Hatchery staff demonstrates
a centuries old technique of fish breeding: egg taking and fertilization. Students will participate in a discussion of trout development, and a comparison
of hatchery breeding and spawning in the wild. We participate in Trout in the Classroom!
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| Pond Life |
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1 Hour, $6 per person, Minimum fee $72
Mid April through October
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Observing specimens collected from our Upper Spring Pond, students study the concepts of predator-prey and producer-consumer relationships, as well as the
interdependence of all living organisms in the food web. Samples from the pond will be examined upon collection and under our microscope in the classroom.
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| Freshwater Ecology |
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2 Hours, $8 per person, Minimum fee $96
Mid April through October
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Explore and compare the inhabitants and characteristics of two freshwater ponds. After observing specimens from our Spring Pond, students will hike a
nature trail and use dip nets, seines and buckets to actively investigate the animals and plants that live and interact in another aquatic site. Be
prepared to get wet and muddy. Old shoes and clothes are necessary.
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