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Monday, May 21, 2012
Idaho Salmon and Steelhead Days is a 3-day celebration designed to increase awareness and appreciation for salmon and steelhead among the Treasure Valley's fifth grade students. The focus is on hands-on outdoor learning programs to teach students the biology, history and economic and cultural significance of fish and fishing.
Gyotaku - Japanese Fish Printing
Children will learn the ancient Japanese "art" of fish printing by painting a fish and transfering the "stencil" to a piece of paper. Gyotaku is currently used primarily for artistic purposes, but was originally used as a record keeping method for Japanese fishing fleets!
Salmon Maze - Salmon Life History
At the salmon maze, students receive a full dose of salmon life history information. They learn the fascinating biology of anadromous fish - species that are "born" in freshwater, migrate to the ocean as juveniles, and then return to their home waters as adults to spawn.
Kids in the Creek - We All Need Clean Water
Clean water is the key to healthy aquatic ecosystems. Aquatic insects living in clean water contribute to the diet of most fish, including young salmon and steelhead. Kids wade in the Boise River with their teachers & instructors to collect and identify insects important to fish.
Salmon and Our History
Students will learn about how our ancestors relied on fish for food and the development of early commercial fisheries. A Native American will discuss the importance of salmon and steelhead to Idaho's Native Tribes. Also, the children will learn the importance of recreational and commercial fishing to the social and economic health of the region.
Ecology/Salmon Viewing - All Things are Connected
This activity emphasizes the importance of terrestrial plants to the aquatic environment, how trees and other vegetation stabilize streams and provide food and cover for aquatic wildlife, and how the nutrient cycle pertains to salmon. Each class will also see live Chinook & kokanee salmon swimming in the Nature Center stream.
