Exploring Coastal Discoveries: The Ultimate K-12 Field Trip on Tybee Island
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly walking on flat terrain with occasional uneven surfaces.
Overview
Discover how Tybee Island offers an immersive K-12 field trip experience combining fossil exploration and coastal ecology. Perfect for educators seeking active science learning on Georgia’s coast.
K-12 School/ Field Trip Tour
1 Hour • Hands on learning for schools!
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About This Adventure
Explore Tybee Island!
Duration
Block or Period timing lengths based on the school preferences.
About
DIVE into science with Tybee Shark Teeth Tours to explore Tybee Island where you will find all kinds of shark teeth and fossils. You will be sure to make a SPLASH with your students by giving them a scientific adventure to learn about where and how to go about finding fossils and shark teeth on Tybee Island! This educational experience fits very well with Georgia 3rd, 5th and 6th grade science standards. Listed below are some of the standards in which we meet.
S3E2. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information on how fossils provide evidence of past organisms.
a. Construct an argument from observations of fossils (authentic or reproductions) to communicate how they serve as evidence of past organisms and the environments in which they lived.
b. Develop a model to describe the sequence and conditions required for an organism to become fossilized. (Clarification statement: Types of fossils (cast, mold, trace, and true) are not addressed in this standard.)
There also are a couple math standards that this tour fits as we discuss about length of the shark teeth & how it is an indicator of the length of the actual shark.
we also meet 5th and 6th grade standards in regards to erosion and weathering and discussing and showing the erosion process.
Lastly CHOMP at FUN with your students and continue learning as everyone will receive their own bag for their shark teeth and or fossil finds to take home with them. Let us take your students on an immersive adventure right on the beach to find sharks teeth and fossils on the Georgia Coast!
Adventure Tips
Bring water and sunscreen
The island’s sun and salt air can be intense, so keep hydrated and use high-SPF sunscreen.
Wear sturdy shoes
Rocky shoreline and occasional mudflats require durable, closed-toe footwear for safe exploration.
Check tide schedules
Tide timing affects access to fossil hunting sites and tidal pools; plan your day accordingly.
Respect wildlife and habitats
Stay on marked trails and avoid disturbing live creatures to preserve the ecosystem.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern diamondback rattlesnake
- Fiddler crab
History
Tybee Island’s history includes use as a military outpost dating back to the Civil War.
Conservation
Ongoing efforts by local groups protect the island’s dunes and wetlands to maintain native habitats and prevent erosion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating shores and hiking small trails safely.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial, especially during warm weather excursions.
Notebook and pencil
Useful for taking notes and recording observations during the tour.
Light jacket or windbreaker
Helpful for breezy mornings or sudden weather changes in spring.
spring specific