Hi everyone! I'm Lillie and I'm inviting you to take a journey with me through an ancient grove of giant sequoia in Calaveras Big Trees State Park, live! Why talk about giant sequoia? Well, not only are they a rare species found in specific areas of California, but as the name suggests they are giant! As the biggest individual tree on earth and one of the oldest, there is no doubt the giant sequoia's fascinating life story will delight and inspire students of all ages. 

There are three different PORTS On-Demand Programs available. In the Giant Sequoia Ecology program, available year-round, we walk around a grove of giant sequoias and learn all about the mixed conifer forest in which they live. In the Winter Superpowers program, only available in the winter, we cover giant sequoia and animal adaptations to handle the cold and snow. In the Fire Ecology program, only available in the fall and spring, we discuss the basics of fire and its complex relationship with the forest. 

The Giant Sequoia Ecology program and Winter Superpowers programs are good for all ages, but the Fire Ecology program is strongly recommended for students 4th grade and up. 

Below you will find more details on these PORTS On-Demand programs as well as tips and resources to maximize your virtual field trip to Calaveras Big Trees State Park!