"In the fall, some of our provincial parks and ecological reserves become outdoor classrooms for students," said the Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Environment and Conservation. "The Parks as Nature�s Classroom teaches students about various plants and animals that live in our environment and the important role the environment plays."

The Parks as Nature�s Classroom program is an environmental education program designed to give teachers and students an opportunity to learn in an outdoor setting. The program has been developed co-operatively with the Department of Education to meet the curriculum objective of Grades 1-6.

"This program has the benefits of supplementing our primary and elementary science curriculum, while at the same time promoting physical activity by getting students out into our provincial parks. I thank all the organizers involved in this innovative program and encourage teachers to take advantage of this unique learning opportunity," said the Honourable Joan Burke, Minister of Education.