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Yosemite National Park
Parks as Classrooms
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Yosemite National Park offers a dynamic array of Parks As Classooms programs. Program topics include Black Bears, Geology, Giant Sequoias, Climate Change, Watershed Science, Wilderness, Indian Cultural Programs, Pioneer History, Wildlife, Park Management and much more! These programs are delivered in the Park by an Education Ranger and program length is generally one to two hours. The programs are designed to help teachers meet state or environmental education teaching standards while providing students with an engaging learning experience. Students have the opportunity to experience nature as the ultimate classroom. All programs are delivered with age-appropriate teaching techniques and goals in mind. Rangers communicate with teachers prior to the visit in order to assess teaching needs and goals. This is an excellent way to engage your students.

Program Topics Include: Black Bears; Geology; Giant Sequoias; Climate Change; Watershed Science; Flora and Fauna; Indian Cultural Programs; Pioneer History; Wildlife; Park Management; and Wilderness. 

  • Programs are offered on selected weekdays throughout the academic year as well as summer. *Some programs may only be available seasonally--please call for availability.
  • Programs must be booked at least three weeks in advance.
  • Class/group sizes of 40 or less are easier to accommodate due to staffing availability.
  • Please call 209/375-9503 or send an email to request a program.

As a participant in Parks as Classrooms, your group will qualify for an educational fee waiver for entrance fees (which you must apply for separately at least two weeks prior to your trip).

American black bear  

Did You Know?
Black bears in Yosemite are active both day and night. Most bears that rely on natural food sources are active during the day. However, those that get food from people are often active at night, when they can quietly sneak around and grab unattended food.
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Last Updated: September 03, 2009 at 14:43 EST