10/13/15

It is starting!!!  Less than one week after the  trout eggs were delivered, some are starting to hatch.  Look below and see if you can tell from the picture on the left before looking at the picture on the right.  The next step is for the fourth graders to share some information on the blog about what an "Alevin" is and what we can expect next.  Stay tuned!

 

Also today, fourth grade students met with Mr. Kirwan and Mr. Turnbull to learn all about how to take care of the trout.  They learned about clean water, habitats and what trout need in order to live and be healthy.  They also learned about the daily data sheet that we'll be using to record observation and information about the trout. This includes testing for pH and ammonia twice a week, counting eggs and removing bad ones, noting the water level, confirming the water clarity and even making sure that there are bubbles in the tank.  We are going to have a great time becoming trout experts!