At the Appalachian Highlands Science Learning Center, we offer programs that foster stewardship for our network parks by providing access to research and science.
The Appalachian Highlands Science Learning Center is the winner of the 2013 Exceptional Environmental Education Center for our focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs for students and teachers. This award is given out each year by the Environmental Educators of North Carolina.
Field Trips
Middle, high school and college classes can participate in a variety of long-term research studies in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.