Field trips don't have to be grueling. This practical guide helps teachers work together with science educators in the community to avoid common pitfalls that interfere with the many science-learning opportunities that exist in museums, parks, and science centers. The book offers tips and strategies on selecting community resources for field trips, developing and evaluating educational materials, and even arranging transportation. Among the contributors are experts from the Poconos Environmental Education Center, Shenandoah National Park, and the National Aquarium in Baltimore.