“This field trip was the best I've ever taken.”
"Thank you for a wonderful field trip. The kids were so excited about it and couldn't stop talking about it." GA Grade 2 teacher
"Can't wait 'til next year!" SC Grade 5 teacher
Subjects Covered
Social Studies
| Grades PK-1 | Local land & water features, natural resources, jobs & transportation |
| Grades 2-3 | Productive resources, their role in growth of Augusta, region, and Georgia & South Carolina |
| Grades 4-5 | Industrial Revolution, effects of individuals & technology on progress; Civil War |
| Grades 6-8 | Geographic regions, Fall Line influence on economy & development in Georgia & South Carolina |
| Grades 9-12 | Industrial Revolution, Civil War, labor reform, economics, & primary source investigation |
Science
| Grades PK-2 | Animal identification, habitats, & basic needs |
| Grade 3 | Ecosystems and energy/hydro-power |
| Grade 4 | Ecosystems, hydro-power and simple machines |
| Grade 5 | Ecosystems, hydro-electricity, and force & motion |
| Grade 6 | Energy and energy conservation |
| Grade 7 | Environmental science |
| Grade 8 | Physical science |
| Grade 9-12 | Environmental science, ecology, biology &/or physics and physical sciences. |
How to Schedule your Field Trip
Make your reservation request online or by fax/mail. A member of the Canal Education team will contact you directly to complete your field trip reservation details. You'll receive an official contract to sign and return. This confirms your date. REMEMBER - Your date is not confirmed until your signed contract is received.
Step 1- Decide the content focus for your field trip: Social Studies, Science or Combination Social Studies/Science (scroll down to view sample schedules in each subject area.)
Step 2 - Pick your top 3 preferred dates.
Step 3 - Click on Reservation Form button to submit Online Field Trip Reservation Request Form
Field Trip Reservation Request
OR to request by Fax/mail...
Click here for a printable copy of the Field Trip Reservation Request form
Fill Out and Fax to 706-823-1045 or Mail To:
Augusta Canal
Education & Programming
1450 Greene St., Ste. 400
Augusta GA 30901
Have a question? Call 706-823-0440 extention 2
Step 4 (Optional)- Order Augusta Souvenir Gift Bags. Many classes enjoy a visit to the Canal Gift Shop to buy snacks, educational toys, books or Canal souvenirs. If your schedule doesn't allow time for this, prepackaged gift bags are available at $3 per student. Call 706-823-0440 extension 4.
“I had no idea about the quality of this field trip. It's one of Augusta's "treasures" in my opinion. I plan on telling my fellow teachers & bring my guests here as well. Thank you for making our experience so great!” The Alleluia Community School
Example Schedules by Content Area
Social Studies: $8 per student, w/boat tour
Lessons focus on local history including Civil War and Industrial Revolution; geography; economics.
| 9:45-9:50 | Welcome/Arrival at Augusta Canal Discovery Center, Enterprise Mill |
| 10:00-10:45 | Boat Tour - History & Heritage |
| 10:45-11:00 | Movie - "The Power of a Canal" |
| 11:15-11:30 | Social Studies Activity in the Canal Discovery Center |
| 11:30-12:00 | Lunch in courtyard pavilion, restroom break |
| 12:00-12:30 | (Optional) Chaperoned gift shop visit |
Science: $8 per student, w/boat tour
Lessons focus on environment, natural and physical sciences.
| 9:45-9:50 | Welcome/Arrival at Augusta Canal Discovery Center, Enterprise Mill |
| 10:00-10:45 | Eco-Boat Tour |
| 10:45-11:00 | Science Lesson in the Canal Classroom |
| 11:15-11:30 | Science Activity |
| 11:30-12:00 | Lunch in courtyard pavilion, restroom break |
| 12:00-12:30 | (Optional) Chaperoned Discovery Center or gift shop visit |
COMBO Social Studies/Science: $12 per student, w/boat tour
Lessons focus on environment, natural and physical sciences.
| 9:45-9:50 | Welcome/Arrival at Augusta Canal Discovery Center, Enterprise Mill |
| 10:00-10:45 | Eco-Boat Tour |
| 10:45-11:00 | Movie, "The Power of a Canal" |
| 11:00-11:30 | Social Studies Activity |
| 11:30-12:15 | Science lesson with walk or activity |
| 12:15-12:45 | Lunch in courtyard pavilion/restroom break/ |
| 12:45-1:15 | (Optional) Chaperoned gift shop visit |
“This is an outstanding activity. We will return! All personnel were helpful and provided excellent information.” 3rd Grade Teacher
Grovetown Elementary School
“We really enjoyed the trip. The activities and organization were awesome! Staff and students loved it. I have taught for 22 years and this is one of the best trips we have been on. Thanks to everyone!” Teacher
Martinez Elementary School
Fees
Minimum group size is 20.
Teachers & Chaperones 1 adult free per 10 students. Additional adults pay student rate.
Drivers Bus drivers may ride boats free on a space-available basis.
Frequently Asked Questions about School Groups Bus Driver Directions