Download our 2009-10 school program brochure. 

Download our 2009-10 program application.


The Golden Gate National Parks—with their fragile indigenous habitats and historic landmarks, ancient redwood groves and dramatic coastal preserve are also settings for one of the largest and most inspiring urban outdoor classrooms. Deeply committed to young people, the National Park Service, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and Presidio Trust partner with educators, students, and the community to design programs that encourage inquiry-based learning linked to school curriculum. The goals and principles of the K–12 program confirm Golden Gate’s commitment to authentic, inclusive, and relevant education.

• Parks As Classrooms programs are free
• Limited transportation is available

Crissy Field Center, located on the Presidio of San Francisco, is a partnership project of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy and the National Park Service. The Center offers multicultural programs that actively engage us with our environments and promote collaborations in building a more sustainable and environmentally just society.

• Crissy Field Center programs require a $75 lab fee.
• Scholarships for programs and transportation are available.