Wonders of Wildlife

Wonders of Wildlife is a series of active educational programs designed to increase understanding and knowledge of New Hampshire’s wildlife resources. All programs are delivered by highly trained Fish and Game volunteer docents. Training for the volunteers is jointly sponsored by the UNH Cooperative Extension Service and the N.H. Fish and Game Department.

Wonders of Wildlife programs are offered free of charge, on a first come, first served basis. Programs take place at your school or meeting place. A teacher must be present at all times. Programs include:

Habits and Habitats of New Hampshire Wildlife (Hab)
Through a variety of activities, students explore the habits and haunts of New Hampshire wildlife. Hands-on activities are used to teach what habitat is and why it is important. Audience: Grades 3-4, Length: 1-1/2 hours.

Here Today -- Gone Tomorrow? (End)
This program provides a look at endangered animals in New Hampshire. Specifically designed activities focus on why animals become endangered and what you can do to help them. Audience: Grade 5-6, Length: 1-1/2 hours.

Pond Ecology (PEco)
Explore the basics of life in the pond. Students will actively participate in classroom activities to learn about ponds and do pond sampling. Audience: Grades 3-4, Length: 1-1/2 hours.

Wetlands (Wet)
Wetlands are important to all kinds of wildlife. This program will focus on what wetlands are and why they are necessary if we are to maintain healthy wildlife populations. Audience: Grades 5-6, Length: 1-1/2 hours.

Wonders of Wildlife Unit Request Form

Want to be a volunteer docent for WOW? New docent training begins in early September! Click here for a description of WOW docent roles and responsibilities, and a docent training schedule.

Time Report Form for WOW docents