BEYOND THE CLASSROOM WINDOW

ACTION ACTIVITY:            Spelunking – Cave Exploration

 

Research indicates that the bond that exists between the student and the teacher is directly proportional to the Students’ willingness to absorb information presented.  Understanding this concept, the learning strategy called “Beyond The Classroom Window” utilizes action activities designed to promote, enhance or reinforce this bond.  Proper preparation and application of this strategy creates an atmosphere of “family.”  Discipline problems are replaced with a desire for learning adventure.

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Illinois Learning Standards:  State Science Goals #11, 12, and 13 tie directly into this activity.  

 

Permission & information related to entering the cave site may be obtained by contacting:

 

Illinois Department of Conservation                                               For detailed information contact:

10981 Conservation Road                                                

Baldwin, Illinois 62217                                                                      Illinois Caverns State Natural Area

(618) 458-6699

 

Equipment required for this activity:

                                                                                -               Durable shoes / boots with good tread or traction

                                                                                -               Long pants (jeans) to cover entire leg

                                                                                -               Two working flashlights

                                                                                -               Lunch packed in a zip-lock waterproof bag

                                                                                -               Backpack to carry lunch / flashlights

                                                                                -               Extra change of clothes / shoes

                                                                                -               Plastic trash bag for dirty clothes / shoes

 

 

Special Note:        This is a semi-wild cave, thus you will be traversing through mud and water

(6-30”depth).  It is virtually impossible to get lost in the cave.  Simply stay to the left as you enter and to the right as you leave.  Only one entrance/exit exists.   Prior experience is necessary before taking groups into the cave.  Should you desire to join us on one of our adventures, call:              Tracy Wolf (618) 758-2881  Coulterville School