A Resource for Learning and Teaching About Coniferous Forests and Watersheds
The Conifer Connection is written for teachers, docents, parents, youth group leaders, naturalists, and anybody else who wants a comprehensive guide to coniferous forests and parks. The Conifer Connection provides the user with information on:
- The human history of California’s coniferous forests and watersheds;
- Basic ecological principles
- The science particular to the coniferous forest ecosystem
- How to set up and conduct a field trip to a forest or park
- Standards-correlated lessons and activities for before, during, and after a visit to a park or forest
- Up-to-date lists of contacts and sources of materials
View or Download the Resources:
- Introduction and Table of Contents
- Section I: Natural History of Coniferous Forests and Watersheds
- Section II: Humans in California’s Coniferous Forests
- Section III: Field Trips to the Coniferous Forest
- Section IV: Lessons and Activities for Teaching and Learning about the Coniferous Forest and Watershed
- Appendices
- A Note to Educators