Bowman Big Backyard

Bowman Big Backyard

Karen McCarthy, K-5 Science Coordinator, Extension 68025

Pamela Cohen, District Big Backyard Coordinator

Watch this VIDEO that tells about Lexington’s Big Backyard Program!

The beautiful landscape and surroundings of Bowman School is home to our Big Backyard program, a series of nature walks on the Bowman property and adjacent conservation lands. These walks enhance the existing science curriculum in each grade and emphasize observation, questioning, problem solving and respect for the environment.  The program is a unique partnership between parents and teachers to extend what students learn in the classroom into the outdoors. They have been enjoyed by a multitude of students for many years!

Inclement Weather and School Policy

Families are notified by their teachers and/or big backyard team of upcoming walks and instructed on what children should wear and how to prepare for a walk. Proper clothing as well as sunblock and insect repellent is suggested depending on the season.

Students go on walks as long as it is not raining, the temperature is at or above 18 degrees Fahrenheit with the wind chill factor and there is not a heat advisor in effect. 

Note:  Volunteers and families are notified of any postponements or cancellations due to weather, via email, before a walk takes place. If you still have questions the day of the walk please contact your school's office.

Kindergarten Walks

Click on the button below for Kindergarten walk information and to sign up for volunteering.

Grade Three Walks

Click on the button below for Grade Three walk information and to sign up for volunteering.

Grade One Walks

Click on the button below for Grade One walk information and to sign up for volunteering.

Grade Four Walks

Click on the button below for Grade Four walk information and to sign up for volunteering.

Grade Two Walks

Click on the button below for Grade Two walk information and to sign up for volunteering.

Grade Five Walks

Click on the button below for Grade Five walk information and to sign up for volunteering.

Big Backyard Information and Resources