HERMIT CRABS & HABITATS  •  KINDERGARTEN

From the classroom to the wild, this program begins with a fun activity based on the book “House for a Hermit Crab”. Students learn about habitats, then build a home for a crab that will live in their classroom. Finally, students take a field trip to Cape Lookout State Park to explore three ecosystems, including the hermit crab's habitat.



This program was created in partnership with Tillamook School District #9 (TSD9) under the leadership of retired educator Clair Thomas. The Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS continues to sponsor these field trips in partnership with Tillamook School District #9 and Natural Resource Coordinator Amy Schmid. Opportunities may be available for other schools and classes to take part in this program. Please contact Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS (director@netartsbaywebs.org) if you are interested in learning more.