School and Group Programs
Field Science Education
Since 1971, 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, our Field Science Education programs create rewarding life experiences for students and adults. Programs are customized for your group's needs and are aligned with state education standards. Benefits include:
- Increased engagement in learning
- Enhanced comprehension of environmental issues
- Improved group dynamics
- Renewed curiosity about home communities and the world at large
Choosing
Yosemite Institute
Yosemite National Park is our natural classroom. It is rich in natural and human history and provides idyllic settings for guided, inquiry-based learning in:
- Geology and earth science
- Ecology
- Life science
- Human history
- Investigation and experimentation through research projects
- Responsible citizenship through stewardship projects
Learn about:
- Research on classroom benefits
- Correlations with state standards
- Our educational framework
- Our professional educators
- Optional winter activities
- Overnight wilderness backpacking
Interested? Email our program director or call (209) 379-9511 x 11 for more information.
Organizing Your Trip
Introductory slideshow for everyone
For group coordinators:
- Group coordinator manual
- Required forms
- Transportation tips
- Financial information
- Current tuition prices
For chaperones and students:
- Required registration form
- Guidelines and behavioral expectations
- Chaperone responsibilities
- Required contract for students
Logistics for everyone staying in Yosemite:
- Accommodations, weather, and food service
- Food information and sample field lunch menus
- Things to bring
- Important phone numbers
- Maps and directions
Classroom Resources
- Sample pre-trip lesson plans
- Sample post-trip lesson plans
- Vocabulary, worksheets, and more
- Yosemite Institute field journal (PDF file, 2MB)
