Trout Release and Hiking Field Trip

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.

Exploring a dark cave.

By a rushing waterfall....

The perfect spot for lunch. 

Testing our teamwork skills.