I especially enjoy opportunities to get students outside, whether it's working in our school garden, taking a trip to a local creek to look for macroinvertebrates, or taking a tree walk to learn about native trees.  Students seem to connect most to these activities.  Each year, as part of my school's week of experiential learning, I lead a hiking trip.  I have hiked with students on the Appalachian Trail and in many local and state parks through the years, giving some students their first (and for some perhaps their last) taste of hiking.  My daughter, who recently graduated with an Environmental Studies degree, and I coach the Envirothon team for my school.  It is a joy to see teenagers so passionate about trees, wildlife, and soils.