The Sister Mountain Project Workshop - Mount Rainier 2010
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In August of 2010 six Japanese teachers visited Mt. Rainier National Park for the Sister Mountain Curriculum Project and Teacher Exchange Program. During the workshop, the U.S. TRTs (teacher-ranger-teachers), presented curriculum they developed to introduce students to the natural and cultural values of both Mt. Fuji and Mt. Rainier. Both mountains were used as a lens to learn about history, culture, geography and the environment. Highlighting the similarities and differences from a scientific and human perspective, teachers from both countries gained valuable insight to teaching techniques, curriculum and student engagement. During the cultural exchange, the Japanese teachers experienced first-hand the majestic beauty of the park. Lessons were presented around the mountain and opportunities for exploration were provided. 
The members of the 2010 Sister Mountain Project Workshop held at Mount Rainier National Park.
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The Sister Mountain Curriculum Project - Mount Rainier and Mount Fuji: A Brief Interview with Peter Conrick and Setsuro Kobayashi Lee Taylor, Chief of Interpretation and Education at Mount Rainier National Park, interviews Peter Conrick and Setsuro Kobayashi, the American and Japanese Teacher-Ranger-Teachers who participated in the Sister Mountain Curriculum project. |
Did You Know?
The 93 mile Wonderland Trail encircles the mountain offering hikers commanding views of Mount Rainier blanketed by 25 icy glaciers. The trail leads through extensive subalpine meadows of wildflowers and lowland old growth forest. The Tahoma Creek suspension bridge is part of the Wonderland Trail.