Distance Learning
- Grade Level:
- Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
- Subject:
- Literacy and Language Arts,Science,Social Studies
- State Standards:
- -
Colorado Academic Standards:
SS.3.2.1, SS.3.2.2, SS.4.2.1, SS.5.2.1
National Standards:
1,3,18
Maps are important tools that help us understand the world we live in and help us communicate important information about the past and present. During this program, students will discover the importance of maps for visitors and park rangers in Rocky Mountain National Park by becoming Search and Rescue rangers, using maps and clues in a scenario to find a missing hiker.
Length: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Grade Levels: 3rd-5th
Subjects: Science, Social Studies/History, Problem-Solving, Literacy
Number of Participants: Minimum of 5, No Maximum
To Schedule a Program:
Please email us at rmnp_virtual_programs@nps.gov and one of our education rangers will get back with you as soon as possible.
In your email, please provide the following information:
- Your phone number
- School name and address
- The program you are requesting
- Grade level and number of students
- Three dates/times for your program request (we’ll choose the closest one that fits in our program schedule)
- Preferred platform of choice (Zoom, Webex, Google Meets, or Teams)
For additional details, visit RMNP's Virtual Programs webpage at https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/education/virtual-programs.htm
Equipment Requirements:
Access to a computer, a web camera (with a built-in microphone), a projector, speakers, a video conferencing platform (e.g. Google Meets, Zoom, Teams, or Webex), and a stable high-speed internet connection.
Last updated: February 27, 2026