Cape to Cape / Fish and HABITAT • 1st Grade
Explore and learn about the different areas, bays, and estuaries around Netarts Bay and Tillamook County, Oregon. Discover the homes or habitats found here, how these places change over a course of day or during different seasons, and how animals can survive in these special places.
The videos and activities were designed for 1st grade students in Tillamook County, Oregon, but are also great for anyone that wants to learn more about the local area or classes from other areas interested in exploring this region.
FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITIES
If you are a local Tillamook County School, contact Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS (director@netartsbaywebs.org) for more information about field trip opportunities to explore the local biomes around Netarts Bay.
Cape to Cape
Learn about different areas around Netarts Bay, from Cape Lookout to Cape Meares. Students will discover the unique characteristics of the Netarts Bay area which will later be compared to Tillamook Bay in the Fish & Habitats program. This program includes a visit to Netarts Bay, the Octopus Tree, and Cape Meares Lighthouse. This program complements the Fish & Habitats program.
This field trip is best for 1st grade; however, we have hosted K – 2nd graders.
Fish & Habitats
A compliment to the Cape to Cape program, students explore and learn about what influences the different habitats in our bays, estuaries, beaches, and oceans during this fun program. By observing different fish and other aquatic animals in each ecosystem, emphasis is placed on adaptations that help animals survive.
This field trip is best for 1st grade; however, we have hosted K – 2nd graders.
ADDITIONAL LEARNING RESOURCES:
Below you will find content created specifically for this program. These videos and activities can be used on their own or to supplement the learning taking place during or after the field trip. They are even fun for adults! Share these with your class, your children, or enjoy them on your own.
Virtual Learning Videos:
With the help of our bi-lingual friend, Bel the Belted Kingfisher, students can explore and learn about Netarts Bay and other estuaries and local bays within Tillamook County. Developed as a learning tool for first graders, these videos are great for all ages!
What is an Estuary:
An estuary is a place where water from the ocean and water from the land mixes together. Each bay in Tillamook County is a little different, but they are all estuaries where freshwater and saltwater meet. Learn why estuaries are so special, what animals and plants you may find there and how they survive, and how estuaries change over time! Bel the Belted Kingfisher will share about the estuaries and bays within Tillamook County.
Meet your Bay-Nestucca:
There are several major bays in Tillamook County:
Come along with Bel the Belted Kingfisher and learn a little about beautiful Nestucca Bay! Fed by two rivers and home to a wildlife refuge, this Oregon bay is an important part of the coastal ecosystem.
Meet your Bay- Netarts Bay:
Come along with Bel the Belted Kingfisher and learn a little about Netarts Bay. Fed by only small streams, this salty Oregon bay holds a shellfish reserve (protected area) and provides a safe home to many different animals. Learn more about Netarts Bay with Bel!
Meet your Bay-Tillamook:
Come along with Bel the Belted Kingfisher and learn a little about Tillamook Bay and estuary. Fed by FIVE big rivers, it is the largest bay within Tillamook County. The estuary is designated as a bay of national significance! Learn more about Tillamook Bay with Bel!
While this video was for 1st graders, it is great for all ages.
Meet your Bay-Nehalem:
Come along with Bel the Belted Kingfisher and learn a little about Nehalem Bay and estuary. Fed by one big river, the Nehalem River, it is the 2nd largest bay in the area. There are several large islands within the bay used by different animals throughout the year. Learn more about Nehalem Bay with Bel, the Belted Kingfisher!
School or Home Learning Activities:
Classroom or at-home activities compliment the field trip and video resources above and can be done in the classroom, as part of a virtual learning program, a pre or post-field trip activity, or as a fun enrichment activity.
More coming soon!
This program was created in partnership with Tillamook School District #9 (TSD9) under the leadership of retired educator Clair Thomas. The Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS continues to sponsor these field trips in partnership with Tillamook School District #9 and Natural Resource Coordinator Amy Schmid. Opportunities may be available for other schools and classes to take part in this program. Please contact Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS (director@netartsbaywebs.org) if you are interested in learning more.