Educational Programs

Teton Science Schools has offered quality educational programming in Grand Teton National Park since 1967, utilizing the wild lands of Yellowstone National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest and the National Elk Refuge. No matter the season, our great variety of in-residence and day programming provides place-based, experiential education opportunities for all ages all year long, from fostering leadership skills to building awareness of sustainability issues. Whether we cover geology, ecology, weather or plant and animal adaptation, you will leave the program with a deep understanding and appreciation for the ecology and unique natural history of the Greater Yellowstone Geo-ecosystem. Teton Science Schools’ model for experiential learning fosters hands-on/minds-on learning in the outdoors, and our professional staff can adapt programs to meet the goals of your group.

Custom programs
We customize programs to meet the needs of school groups, college classes, natural history groups, corporations or professional organizations. Programs may be held on either of Teton Science Schools’ campuses, taking advantage of our unique facilities and surroundings.

Our educational programs are ideal for

private, public and independent schools and youth groups
teachers and outreach facilitators
home-school students and teachers
prospective graduate students
science and outdoor education organizations
professional training associations
youth, families and active older adults
Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts or other youth groups

Where you'll stay
The Jackson Campus offers comfortable, modern, dormitory-style housing in recently constructed high-performance buildings. The Kelly Campus offers rustic cabins that sleep from one to four persons per cabin. Breakfast and supper are served in our dining halls; box lunches are provided for field days. Indoor activities are held in our historic Main Lodge or in the Stokes Family Learning Center on the Kelly Campus or the Givens-Black Teacher Learning Center on the Jackson Campus.

Summer programs for schools and youth groups may be staged at our Robin Lange Field Research Station located in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, two miles from the Kelly Campus. The Field Station is a fully equipped tent camp where participants experience outdoor living as part of the curriculum.

How to apply
To apply, call Teton Science Schools at 307.733.1313 or send us an e-mail to info@tetonscience.org.

Fee

Prices vary based on time of year and program.
Residential fee includes meals, housing, instruction and transportation during the course. A five-day program is the standard format.
Sleigh rides, tram rides and float trips are not included in the price.

Registration, Fees and Deposits
To register, please call 307.733.1313. Please note that all programs have limited space, reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and that tuition is due upon registration. MasterCard/Visa/Discover Card or personal checks are accepted. Unless otherwise stated, the fee includes instruction and Teton Science Schools' equipment use.

Confirmation and Information
Upon receipt of your completed registration and deposit or fee, we will send a packet of information designed to prepare you for your course. This will serve as your confirmation.

Cancellation and Refund Policy
If you need to cancel, and it is at least one month before the program, you may receive a full refund. If it is at least 10 business days before the program, you may receive a 60% refund. We are unable to provide refunds for cancellations occurring within 10 business days of the course.