Project WILD is an interdisciplinary conservation and environmental education program emphasizing wildlife. The program is designed for educators of kindergarten through 12th grade students.
Project WILD educational materials are available to educators who attend instructional 6-hour workshops offered by certified leaders and supported by a network of volunteers. These guides are distributed free of cost, by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, to participants at Project WILD workshops.
Project WILD workshops are useful to classroom teachers as well non-formal educators including: scout and club leaders, nature center, museum, zoo and aquarium staff, park rangers, and home parents.
Project WILD hosts a variety of workshops throughout the state. Visit our "Workshop Schedule" http://myfwc.com/educator/schedule.html for detailed information on current workshops and events. Information about all our programs, including Florida Black Bear, Schoolyard Wildlife and Flying WILD, can be found on our web site at http://myfwc.com/educator/K12.html
Activities: Indoor and outdoor activities are modeled from the Project WILD curriculum.
Workshop Length: 6-12 hours (6 hours minimum)
Minimum group size: 15 people
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