WHAT WORKS IN EDUCATION The George Lucas Educational Foundation

Yosemite Institute

URL: 

http://www.yni.org/yi/

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Topic: 

Air/Climate
Energy Conservation
Habitat/Ecosystems
Sustainability
Waste/Recycling
Water
Wildlife

Type: 

Field Trip
Service Learning Projects

Description: 

Since 1971, the Yosemite Institute has provided award-winning residential outdoor-education programs in Yosemite National Park for K-12 school groups. Featuring experiential and inquiry-based experiences, its Field Science Education programs create rewarding life experiences for students and adults. Programs are customized for group needs and are aligned with state education standards.

Cost: 

Yes

Grade: 

Elementary (K-5)
Middle (6-8)
High (9-12)

State: 

California

Keywords: 

geology, earth science, scholarships, Yosemite, ecology, history, life science, stewardship, research, national parks, state standards