Plan a Field Trip

Lauren Lutson

Cincinnati Nature Center's School Field Trip Programs can help your students strengthen their understanding and connection with the curriculum through hands-on, outdoor experiences. We offer a variety of programs to meet your school's needs and interests.

Registration Now Full for the 2025–2026 School Year

Thank you for your interest in School Field Trips at Cincinnati Nature Center! ‍

Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year will open on May 20, 2026, at 4 pm for Hike-Based trips!

Registration for Independent PlayScape visits will open on August 5, 2026, at 4 pm.

Please reach out to School Groups at schools@cincynature.org with questions.

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Schools and Daycares operating summer programs and wish to visit this summer should register here!

View our School Programs & Field Trips Brochure

Resources for Teachers

School Program Philosophy

Providing positive experiences in nature

Regardless of the lesson choice, our first priority is to make sure students feel comfortable and safe. Each day we hope to increase the comfort level students and adults have in natural settings.

Discovery first, discussion second

Students will be exposed to local ecosystems with hands-on activities and authentic materials. Their discoveries and questions will be tied back to lessons in school and the organisms that live in their local communities.

Small student-to-naturalist ratios

In order to provide hands-on experiences while protecting our local natural resources, small groups of 8-10 students per naturalist are key. This also allows us to follow student interests and provide personal attention.

Lauren Lutson

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Field Trip Planning

Summer field trips & self-guided groups register through a separate process than other school trips. Click here to learn more, or contact our Registrar at 513-831-1711, ext. 129, or email registrar@cincynature.org.