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Natural History Field School

Natural History Field School fosters a deeper understanding of biodiversity through hands-on learning experiences in nature. They focus on educating participants about ecosystems, species identification, and conservation, promoting environmental stewardship.

This course provides an introduction and practical field experience in the diversity, identification, biogeography, and ecology of mosses and allies. Through daily field trips, students learn to recognize unique microhabitats and what types of mosses and allied plants they should expect to see. In the afternoons, students learn about moss anatomy and morphology and practice important foundational skills such as microscopy and the use of taxonomic keys.

Introduction to mosses and allies

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Welcome to our online shop!The items purchased here are required or recommended for students in our courses, and generally sold at cost, or with a very small markup to cover shipping and handling. As with our tuition fees, any proceeds go towards supporting research and programming at the Nova Scotia Museum. By shopping with us, you help us achieve our goals and positively impact our community. Thank you for supporting our mission — your contribution is invaluable.Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History Field School

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Discover the quiet, complex world of lichens up close. In this introductory session, you&rsquo;ll learn the basics of lichen morphology, anatomy, ecology, and identification, and gain first hand experience surveying for lichen species at risk.&nbsp; Guided by Natural History Field School educators, you&rsquo;ll collect and examine real specimens, practice both field and laboratory identification methods, and explore how these small organisms help us read the story of our environment. This program supports our mission to build curiosity and everyday care for the natural world.

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