2025/2026 Nature Learning Center Field Trip Request

Nature Learning Center Field Trip
Request Form 2025/2026
Join us for a FREE 2-hour field trip at the Nature Learning Center in Fremont's Central Park

Proudly presented by
City of Fremont's Environmental Services Division
Clean Water Education Program

2025/2026:
Use this form to request a field trip between the months of November 2025 and May 2026.

November-January: Tuesdays and Wednesdays are available
February-May: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays are available

If you prefer a field trip in October please reach out to us directly for assistance with making a reservation. These requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis as staffing allows.

Please note that there is currently a large-scale restoration project in Stivers Lagoon which may impact our outdoor teaching location for portions of this season. The project is anticipated to be complete by late 2025.

Program Coordinator:
Patrick O'Connell
poconnell@fremont.gov

For more information please visit our website
- Field Trip Requirements
- -Field trips currently available for 2nd and 3rd grade classes only
  -Classes must be a Fremont-based public, private or homeschool group
  -Class size is limited to 32 students. Field trip programs require a minimum of 12 students. If your group is less than 12 students we encourage you to visit us during public hours for unstructured classroom exploration.
  -One adult chaperone is required for each 5 children (this includes teachers/aides, parents and guardians)
  -Teacher and chaperone participation is encouraged as it enriches the program
  
  We are only able to accommodate one field trip at a time with a maximum of 32 students. Please submit separate requests for each individual class.
  
  Please note that our field trips include outdoor exploration and are taught rain or shine. Please keep an eye on the weather and advise your participants to dress appropriately.
  
  For 2025/2026: We are asking for your assistance in distributing our photo release form to your group in advance of your visit. Signed forms will be collected upon your arrival to your field trip. 100% participation is not required for attendance, but we do ask that you distribute the form. We are hoping to update our outreach materials with current photos and it would be tremendously helpful to have your support in this area. The photo release form will be provided in advance of your scheduled trip.
  
  Our field trips are taught on-site at our Nature Learning Center and surrounding environs. Participants are required to arrange for transportation to and from our facility.
  
  The Nature Learning Center is located in Central Park near the Aqua Adventure Waterpark and Palms Pavilion Picnic Area.
  
  40224 Paseo Padre Parkway
  Fremont, CA 94538
  
  Parking is available on a first-come first served basis in the nearby Aqua Adventure Waterpark Parking Lot.
  
  Cancellations:
  We understand that things come up and teachers may need to cancel their field trips. If you must cancel, we ask that you please inform us with as much advance notice as possible so we can offer the timeslot to another group. Our calendar is limited and at times we have a waitlist, so we appreciate your attention in this matter.
- I have reviewed the above section "Field Trip Requirements"*
  
  I understand the requirements outlined in the section above
- Desired date and start time
  
  Please consider transportation methods, traffic and travel time when selecting your start time.
- Select a Desired Date and Start Time*
- The duration of the program is 2 hours from the start time selected above.
  
  *Please disregard what will appear to be a 15-minute appointment when you receive the system-generated email upon submission of this request. The actual end of the program time will be reflected when you receive an emailed confirmation from our staff.
- Program*
  
  2nd Grade: "Garden Wonders, Critters and More"3rd Grade: "Watershed Exploration"
- Would you like to add an additional 15-30 minutes of unstructured/self-led Nature Learning Center exploration time at the conclusion of our regular 2-hour program? Students can study our taxidermy collection, browse our Nature Learning Library, practice nature journaling or explore our Pollinator Garden. This optional component will extend your visit past 2-hours, so please be mindful when arranging transportation etc.*
  
  No thank you, the 2-hour program works best for my group.Yes, 15 minutes of classroom exploration would be greatYes, 30 minutes of classroom exploration would be great
- School Name:*
  Must be a Fremont-based public, private or homeschool group
- Is this a Fremont-based public, private or homeschool group?*
  
  YesNo
- Teacher Name *
  
  First NameLast Name
- Email*
  example@example.com
- Number of Students *
  Approximate counts are okay. Field trips limited to 32 students Max per session due to classroom capacity
- Work Phone Number*
  Please enter a valid phone number.
- Work Extension
- Cell Phone Number*
  A cell phone number is very helpful for troubleshooting the day of the field trip in the event of delayed transportation etc. If preferred you can provide the phone number for your office if they can relay information.
- Additional information:
  Please use the above space for questions, comments or additional information you would to provide
- Please use the section below if you wish to elect a secondary contact to receive updates about your field trip.
  
  - This may include field trip coordinators, fellow teachers etc.
  - Please provide your information if you are requesting this field trip on behalf of someone else.
- Secondary Contact Name:
  
  First NameLast Name
- Secondary Contact's Affiliation with Field Trip
  (Field trip coordinator, fellow teacher, chaperone etc.)
- Secondary Contact's Email
  example@example.com
- Secondary Contact's Phone Number
  Please enter a valid phone number.
- The best way to secure a field trip is to choose a date and time listed above. We understand that some groups may not be able to join during our regularly scheduled program times.
  
  If you are interested in attending one of our field trips but the dates or times above do not work for you please reach out to Clean Water Education Program Admin Patrick O'Connell poconnell@fremont.gov. Please allow extra time to process these requests as we may have to check in with additional staff etc.
  
  Special Requests will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. We may not be able to accommodate special requests due to staff availability, scheduling conflicts, classroom availability and/or other factors, however we encourage you to reach out and inquire.
- Please review the information provided above and click "Submit" below.
  
  Once your request is received and reviewed you will receive confirmation from our Clean Water Education Staff. At times of high volume field trip requests may take up to 10 business days to process. We appreciate your patience during this time.
- Should be Empty:

Field Trip Requirements

Desired date and start time

Please review the information provided above and click "Submit" below.