Science Writing in the Heart of Denali

June 28 - July 1, 2010
$495 (10% membership discount)

Join the Alaska State Writing Consortium’s Sondra Porter and MSLC education staff for an exploration of science and writing in Denali National Park. We will learn about Denali’s natural history and current research efforts as we develop our writing skills and discuss applications for our students. We'll explore ways of connecting students to place and how to deal with what has been labeled "nature deficit disorder". We will also discuss the connections between literacy and science and use these concepts to reinforce the Alaska State Standards for both language arts and science in grades K-12.

Times and Location
Participants meet at the Murie Science and Learning Center, located at mile 1 of the Denali Park Road. This course begins at 1:00pm on the first day and ends at 4:00pm on the last day.

Lodging and Meals
This course is based out of the Murie Science and Learning Center Field Camp, located 29 miles inside Denali National Park along the Teklanika River. The Field Camp includes rustic tent cabins and a common dining tent. Family-style meals are simple and healthy. For more information about the accommodations please click here.

Hiking Distances and Physical Fitness
Field Seminars are active learning experiences. Participants must be capable walkers, in good health, and equipped for sudden changes in weather. This course includes up to five miles of hiking and/or 1,500 foot elevation gain per day, over uneven terrain.

Accreditation
The cost of this course includes three professional development credits (level 500) from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The 10% membership discount does not apply to the credit fee.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations that occur 30 days in advance of the course start date will be refunded the course fee, less a processing fee of $25 per space. For cancellations within 30 days of the course start date, the entire fee will be retained unless we can fill your space. Alaska Geographic memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable. If we have to cancel a course, your entire course fee will be refunded. To process a cancellation, please email us or call (907) 683-1269.

Refunds will be credited to the credit card used during the original transaction. Refunds may also be applied to course substitutions within the same summer season. Please contact our staff to process a substitution or refund.

Download the Course Overview document for additional information.

Questions?
If you have questions about this particular course, please contact the Murie Science and Learning Center by email or phone (907) 683-1269.

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