YOSEMITE SUMMER FIELD RESEARCH COURSE
The Yosemite Summer Field Research Course is for high school students with a passion for exploration, science, and adventure.What you will learn:On this course you will create your own ecological research project while backpacking in the Yosemite wilderness. You will get to experience an ecological research expedition among some of the most dramatic scenery on earth!Itinerary:The Field Research Course lasts for two weeks and is both physically and intellectually challenging. You will spend a few days acclimatizing at our Crane Flat campus before embarking on a backpacking adventure in the Yosemite back country. During thisexpedition, you will take part in National Park Service research projects and then carry out a project based on your own interests. At the end of the course, you will present your research to park scientists, NatureBridge staff, and fellow students.Research teams consist of 13 students and two NatureBridge field educators. Everyone does their part to ensure that camps are set up, dinner is ready on time, and research objectives are met. There is also plenty of time in each day to enjoy the natural beauty ofYosemite and each other's company."Though I still don't believe in perfection, I think Yosemite and my experience there is asclose as I will ever get." -Samantha, Yosemite Summer Field Research Course Participant
Camp Address:
PO Box 487
Yosemite
CA
95389
Operator:
Nature Bridge
PO Box 487
Contact Info
(209) 379-9511 ext 19
Fax:
(209) 379-9510
Yosemite
CA
95389
(209) 379-9514 ext 33
Fax:
(209) 379-9510
Adventure Programs, Backpacking, Camping Skills, Canoe Trips, Leadership Training, Nature Study, Nutrition, Outdoor Skills, Team Building, Wilderness Camping,
Activities
Cost & Sessions
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Details
Type:
Campers:
Capacity:
Lodging:
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Overnight
Coed
13 per group
Cabins & tent camping