2022 Summer Programs
This Summer we will offer five-day (M—F), out-door based, Field School programs for youth ages 12—16 yrs. Led by experienced field Biologists, Archeologists, and Video & Media Arts Instructors. The programs run generally from 9 am—4 pm at selected locations in Middleburgh and Esperance (Burtonville), as well as Scotia, NY
Open to Middleburgh Central School District students in grades 7-10
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Open to Middleburgh Central School District students in grades K-6
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Open to Scotia Teens, 12-16
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Past Programs
Watershed Ecology and Videography
Summer 2020
This program integrates the study of forest ecology, watershed ecology, wildlife and invasive species monitoring, nature photography and videography and is led by experienced field biologists, video & media arts instructors. We will assess water quality, water chemistry and conduct macro-invertebrate analysis in the field. Participants will hike, bike and boat to get to various study sites throughout each weeklong field school.Watershed Ecology and Videography
Archaeology Field School
Summer 2020
Working alongside professional archaeologists, participants will conduct scientific research to uncover Schoharie County’s multilayered historical past as we excavate the site of a 1712 early colonial fortified homestead along the Schoharie Creek.