Science Olympiad: Amazing Arthropods

Second event at 2 p.m. Need help getting your team ready for Science Olympiad? Students will meet outside with interpreters who engage students with a variety of interactive study tools. Content focus: visually recognizing and identifying the characteristics (basic biology and anatomy) of each listed Arthropod Class and Insect Order, Linnaean classification, dichotomous keys, and Arthropod life cycles.  They will also hold a “mock event” (2 stations) for students to get comfortable with the station rotation process. Participants will also go on a guided hike to learn techniques for finding insect specimens. Social distancing and face coverings are required. Ages 8-11. Cost: $5 per student. Preregistration required, call 586-781-9113 or register at metroparks.com.