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Field Trip Fridays: Eco-Tower Challenge

Bledsoe Creek State Park

Meeting Place

Shelter 2
Fri, Nov 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Event Details

Compare natural structures with human-made designs. What can we learn from nature?


Students will work in teams to engineer a structure using only materials they find in the woods. They will discover how problem solve using the tools around them.


This program covers the following academic standards:

  •  5.ETS.1: Plan and carry out tests on one or more elements of a prototype in which variables are controlled, and failure points are considered to identify which elements need to be improved. Apply the results of tests to redesign the prototype. 
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Event Host
Abby Wiseman
abigail.wiseman@tn.gov
6152308325
Price
$3.00

Please Remember: Schedules and events may change - contact the park or hike leader for more information.

Bledsoe Creek State Park, encompassing 169 acres, is a haven for outdoor recreation nestled on the shores of Old Hickory Lake. Visitors can explore a protected wetland from the Observation Boardwalk, Birdsong Trail and Shoreline Trail. The park offers hiking trails with scenic vistas, camping with lake views, and opportunities for fishing and boating, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

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