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Episode 148: A Forest Classroom For Curious Kids

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Under the Canopy
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Jun 8, 2026
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Summary

A kid points at a tree and says, “What is that?” and suddenly you’re talking about pollination, fungi, water, carbon, and how a forest quietly runs like a living system. We head to Millbrook Elementary School for a hands-on walk with grade three classes, turning a simple outdoor classroom tour into a practical lesson in forest ecology and Ontario nature. We start with trees you can name right away and the surprising details most people miss: why many apple trees need pollen from a different ...