EXPLORE THE NATURAL WORLD
Science treks are designed for all students at Walden (K-12) and their families and friends. The purpose is to expose participants to the world of science around them. Most of the time the adventure correlates to what is going on in Mr. Gary Webb's science class. The seminal work of Henry David Thoreau from which our school derives its name –Walden–promotes a reverent appreciation for nature and the wholesome benefits of simply taking a walk in the woods. We believe the Walden Science Treks pay homage to our ideals of celebrating transcendental philosophy and curiosity in discovering new things about the fascinating natural world.
GARY WEBB
SCIENCE TREK FACULTY SPONSOR
gwebb@walden-school.org
MEET the Expedition Leader
Mr. Gary Webb is the faculty sponsor and leader of the Walden Science Treks. A longtime educator and scholar, Mr. Webb is thrilled to share his knowledge about scientific phenomena and strives to work with families and students in making Walden more environmentally-conscious and aware of natural preservation. If you have any questions about Science Treks, please feel free to email Mr. Webb.
2021-22 Science Trek Schedule
Creek Science
Start or build your collection of fossils, minerals, and rocks in this hands-on exploration of creeks in Bernheim Forest. Bring a garden spade and a small bucket for collecting specimens.
Date: August 29, 2021
Time: 2:00-4:00pm
Location: 3435 Harrison Fork Road – The Bean House
Cost: $5/car
Pirates Aboard
Belle of Louisville
Ahoy matey! Explore the adventures of a pirate through a cruise down the Ohio River.
Date: September 18, 2021
Time: 11:15am-2:00pm
Location: Downtown Wharf next to the Ohio River
Cost: $15/child and $35/adult
Train Robbery
Kentucky Railroad Museum
Who doesn’t like train robbers on horses? Participants are encouraged to dress in Halloween costumes!
Date: October 30, 2021
Time: 3:00-6:00pm
Location: Kentucky Railroad Museum, New Haven, Kentucky
Cost: $20/person
The Big Four Bridge
Learn the history of the pointe with Mr. Webb! Participants will stroll across the beam bridge spanning the Ohio River, learning about science and Louisville’s history.
Date: November 14, 2021
Time: 2:00-4:30pm
Location: The Big Four Bridge, Waterfront Park
Cost: Free
RAUCH PLANETARIUM
Date: December 10, 2021
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Location: Rauch Planetarium on UofL Campus
Don’t Tell Me I can’t Fly
A Celebration of Black History
Date: January 16, 2022
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Location: StageOne Louisville
Abraham Lincoln’s Birthplace
Date: February 6, 2022
Time: 2:00-5:00pm
Location: Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park, Hodgenville, Kentucky
A wildflower walk among the giants
Bernheim Forest
Date: March 20, 2022
Time: 2:00-4:00pm
Location: Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
Squire Boone Caverns
Date: April 17, 2022
Time: 2:00-5:00pm
Location: Squire Boone Caverns, Mauckport, Indiana