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Trout Release and Hiking Field Trip

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It was sad to have to say goodbye to our trout last week, but we think they are better off in their natural habitat. And speaking of habitats, our class was fortunate enough to go with Rivers and Birds to the Columbine-Hondo trail in Red River, where we learned the basics about enjoying wilderness areas responsibly.  Before releasing the trout, our class shared what they had learned with the Kindergarten.  Habitats. A trout's diet. Stages of life of trout. The Nitrogen Cycle. Getting them out of the tank wasn't as easy as we had anticipated.  Hanging out by the fishing pond.  Getting ready to throw out handfuls of food to big, hungry trout.  Getting our feet wet for the actual release.  Lucky catch! Nothing like eating an Italian ice while watching someone else fish.  Ms. Darcy's Italian ices might have been the highlight of the whole trip.  An idyllic setting at the Red River Hatchery. Going over the rules for the trail with Ms. Rebecca.  Stopping for a water break. Explor

Acequia field trip and US State projects

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The 3rd grade worked very hard on their US State poster projects. The students created some awesome artwork, and did a great job standing up in front of the class presenting. We also had a field trip recently to the Taos acequia system. The class had a fantastically fun time watching the water flow through the ditches.  The moment when we opened the sluice for the first time this season! We saw some cool wildlife, including peacocks! The class maintained good order while out in the field, as usual. New York by Xanti Georgia by Violet Massachusetts by Scarlett Arkansas by Jacoby Virginia by Skye Georgia by Odin Florida by Avyana New Mexico by Bella Arkansas by Elsie Illinois by Araceli New York by Theo Colorado by Esteban California by Naomi Arizona by Charley Massachusetts by Vivienne Texas by Isabella Colorado by Benito Texas by Ella Illinois by Brittney Florida by Arielle Kentucky by Ellie Arizona by Marehly