Field Trip Field Guide — Spring 2017

SPRING/SUMMER 2017
Northeast Alabama’s FREE resource for teachers
Book your field trip for
Noccalula Falls and get a
FREE pavilion
PAGE 3
WIN $100
for your classroom!
See page 4 for details

After all, it’s
what they want.
let us cater your next field trip
Your local McDonald’s can provide what your students
want at a price you’ll love. Whether you want lunch delivered
to your school, or ready to eat when you arrive at the store,
we’re here to help. And remember, teachers eat free!
Catering available at select stores. To inquire about
catering or large group orders contact:
catering@BFRMcDonalds.com - Anniston & Birmingham areas
speedeeaham@gmail.com - Gadsden & Lincoln areas
L O C A L L Y O W N E D & O P E R A T E D
©2016 McDonald’s®
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TAKE A FIELD TRIP
BIG GUY
Schedule your visit today and
introduce your class to Birmingham’s
BIGGEST ambassador.
@VisitVulcan
VISITVULCAN.COM
1701 VALLEY VIEW DR BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209
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Spring/Summer 2017
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in advertising?
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256-557-9436
or email
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Wow! Time flies and we’re so excited about this
Spring/Summer 2017 edition of Field Trip
Field Guide.
We know that field trips aren’t free so check out a
new fundraising opportunity on page 2. Score a FREE
pavilion rental just by mentioning Field Trip Field
Guide! Details on page 3.
Be sure and visit fieldtripfieldguide.com for discounts
and specials throughout the year and follow us on
Facebook!
We hope that you’re all having a wonderful 2017 so far!
— Tami Brooks
Field Trip Field Guide
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Tired of the Same Old Fundraiser?
Looking for a unique
school fundraiser? King’s
Olive Oil can help!
Your school can sell gift sets
that include three infused
olive oils and three flavored
balsamic vinegars. Choose
from the Chocolate Lovers,
Salad Lovers or Traditional
sets. These make excellent gifts
and your school will receive
$15 on each set sold. For more
information please inquire at
kingsfundraisers@gmail.com
kingsoliveoil.com
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Visit Noccalula Falls Park
where the Falls are just
the beginning!
Book your
fun-filled,
educational trip
today at
256.549.4663
@noccalulafalls
Field Trip Fun at Noccalula Falls
Your students will have a great day at
Noccalula Falls Park. Hop aboard
the Noccalula Express train and
travel around the park. You’ll enjoy a
narrated tour pointing out highlights and
places to explore and see the majestic 90
foot namesake waterfall and the iconic
statue of Princess Noccalula. Return to
the station and stroll through the Pioneer
Village where you’ll see a grist mill,
blacksmith shop, post office and more!
Don’t forget to stop by the petting zoo
to visit with the goats, rabbits and much
more! Next up, take a hike under the water
fall for the coolest view in the park or brave
the Fat Man’s Squeeze. If you’re up to a little
friendly competition there’s even an 18 hole
mini-golf course for an additional fee.
Worked up an appetite? No, problem!
There are covered pavilions available
for use. Mention Field Trip Field Guide
when booking and receive FREE use of
a pavilion! Field trips start at only $2 per
student (4-12 years old) and groups of
25 and more will receive one free adult
admission per 25 students.
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Check out our website at www.
noccalulafallspark.com and follow us
on Facebook at Noccalula Falls Park
and Campground to see when we will
have special activities going on! Call
256.549.4663 and let us help you make
memories that will last a lifetime for your
students!
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Win $100 for your classroom!
Like facebook.com/fieldtripfieldguide, then post
the name of your school, teacher’s name and grade.
Congratulations to Karen Smith
at Alexandria Elementary School.
She won $100 for her class!
Winner will be announced on April 19, 2017. $100 Visa gift card will be mailed to recipient. School must be located
in one of the following Alabama counties: Calhoun, Cherokee, Clay, Etowah, DeKalb, Marshall, St. Clair, Talladega
Fly High On Your Next Field Trip!
Want to be the coolest teacher in
town? Then bring your class to
The Factory-Gadsden for an
exciting adventure that they’ll never forget.
Jump on over fifty trampolines,
including the famous angled-wall
trampolines! Soar into the foam pits! Dunk
on their basketball goals! Play a game of
dodgeball! But that’s not all!
Ninja course
Ready for take-off? The high-def flight
simulator is capable of air-to-air combat,
stunt flying, and interactive roller coaster
rides all under your students’ control!
Students can battle their way through an
alien universe while competing for top
scores in the laser tag course.
New this spring is the Ninja course.
This American Ninja style obstacle course
will bring out the hero in you as your class
puts their mental and physical strength to
the test in this awesome challenge.
The Factory-Gadsden offers everything
you need, all under one roof, to make
your field trip the best day ever! It is
conveniently located off of I-59 on
Highway 77 and offers plenty of parking.
Call 256.312.8974 or email info@
thefactorygadsden.com to book your trip.
Staff will work with you to make the perfect
field trip. With packages starting at just $10
per student, there is something to fit every
budget.
Play Now! Grow Up Later!
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HETHER YOUR STUDENTS
are learning about African-American culture,
Native American culture, Alabama history or
even the visual arts, our museums have something
for everybody. All offer low-cost programs for
students, and in some cases free programs.
Visit one or all three!
Download our FREE Destination Travel app
for your smartphone or tablet. Search
“Gadsden, AL” and look for the distinctive
“Double-G” logo that brands the app.
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