Tennessee Geology Camps and Programs

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Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont

Come with us on an awesome outdoor adventure in the Smokies! Imagine splashing around in an icy cold mountain stream, climbing ridges to an unbelievable view, or choosing from a variety of activities to discover nature through hands-on explorations, day hikes and crafts. Tremont Institute offers an in-depth summer learning experience that fosters an understanding of the beautiful Smoky Mountains and encourages a lifelong appreciation and stewardship of the environment. From backpacking in the wilderness to learning about the secret haunts of salamanders, Tremont Institute offers a variety of opportunities to serve different interests, abilities and...

Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp

Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp, situated adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and the Cherokee National Forest, is only a short distance from the popular resort town of Gatlinburg. Campers enjoy a full adventure experience as we cave, hike, backpack, tube, canoe, rappel, rock climb, ride horses, white-water raft, and participate in outdoor and naturalist programs. We also participate in challenge activities and we stress team building and leadership. Our programs are tailored to the individual skills and ability levels of the campers so everyone can enjoy the high-adventure activities. We can also keep it a little more traditional for...


About Tennessee Geology Camps and Programs

A geology camp is not just for learning about geology. Usually geology camps are combined with a variety of sciences like archaeology, marine biology, paleontology and engineering, to create an all-around science camp. Other camps involving geology focus on the outdoors, including survival skills, archery, camping and wildlife observation, in addition to learning about the geological landscape of the area. This combination of activities makes geology field camp both fun and challenging. Kids can have a great time while learning information that will help them in school, and maybe even inspire their career choice. There are camps for girls and boys, as well as camps specifically designed for girls to gain interest in science.

Weather Considerations: The activities that make up geology camps are, for the most part, held outside. It is important to choose a camp located in an area with agreeable weather conditions, because if it rains or thunderstorms, many excursions are likely to be cancelled.

Academic Benefits: Geology camps cover many topics commonly taught in school science classes in an entertaining way. Because of this, these camps can help your child dramatically improve his or her grades in science, and possibly increase enthusiasm for the subject.

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About Tennessee Geology Camps and Programs

A geology camp is not just for learning about geology. Usually geology camps are combined with a variety of sciences like archaeology, marine biology, paleontology and engineering, to create an all-around science camp. Other camps involving geology focus on the outdoors, including survival skills, archery, camping and wildlife observation, in addition to learning about the geological landscape of the area. This combination of activities makes geology field camp both fun and challenging. Kids can have a great time while learning information that will help them in school, and maybe even inspire their career choice. There are camps for girls and boys, as well as camps specifically designed for girls to gain interest in science.

Weather Considerations: The activities that make up geology camps are, for the most part, held outside. It is important to choose a camp located in an area with agreeable weather conditions, because if it rains or thunderstorms, many excursions are likely to be cancelled.

Academic Benefits: Geology camps cover many topics commonly taught in school science classes in an entertaining way. Because of this, these camps can help your child dramatically improve his or her grades in science, and possibly increase enthusiasm for the subject.

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