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To schedule school tours, call Springs Preserve Education at (702) 822-7744. Tours are offered Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. School tours are free. Guided tours are limited to 70 students. There should be one chaperone or teacher for every five students. Additional chaperones pay $15 admission.
Tours are broken down into themes that represent the Springs Preserve's mission. Below is a listing of the themes for the upcoming year and the months they are offered. Information on each theme will be added soon.
| Tour Theme | Months Offered |
| Water | September, October and November |
| Archaeology | December, January and February |
| Animals | March, April and May |
| Sustainable Practices | June, July and August |
Water Watch
The world around us is brought to life as students investigate global water issues.
Approximate length: 2 hours
Examination of Tools and Natural Materials Used by Early and Late Native American Tribes in Southern Nevada
Students discover the wealth of information that can be gained by understanding how people of the past used tools to interact with their environment.
Approximate length: 2 hours
Teacher Materials |
 Nevada State Standards |
| Pre-Visit Activity One - Hidden Treasures |
| Pre-Visit Activity Two - Modern Tools |
| Post-Visit Activity One - They Used What? |
| Post-Visit Activity Two - News Desk |
Food Web Frenzy
Understand the important role of each animal in the ecosystem at the Springs Preserve.
Approximate length: 2 hours
Teacher Materials |
| Nevada State Standards |
| Pre-Visit Activity One - Coyote Run |
| Pre-Visit Activity Two - The LORAX |
| Post-Visit Activity One - Tagging Lab |
| Post-Visit Activity Two - Happy Fishing |
Saving Energy to Save the Environment
Students learn about energy usage and how much of an impact they can have on their environment through a more energy sustainable lifestyle.
Approximate length: 2 hours
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