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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Eighth Grade
 

The Active Earth (Field Trip)
This unit highlights the dynamic geological processes that shaped this area. Students learn how scientists study the earth's history through physical evidence and determine the changes over time. (3 hours)

Lesson Plan

Pre/Post Visit & In Park Activities (221k pdf)
Scheduling
Scheduling
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Rapids of Gunnison River  

Did You Know?
The Gunnison River through Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park drops at an average of 95 feet per mile. By comparison, the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park drops an average of 7.5 feet per mile.

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Last Updated: May 08, 2008 at 14:03 EST