GeoGirls

GeoGirls is a 5-day, 4-night geology and technology camp for girls (cis and transgender) at Mount St. Helens. During camp we will explore the volcanic eruption of Mount St. Helens, the hazards volcanic eruptions pose to the human population, and the technology used by scientists to monitor volcanoes. Our entire program takes place within the area affected by the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. 

GeoGirls is a collaborative effort between the Mount St. Helens Institute and the U.S. Geological Survey – Cascades Volcano Observatory with partners from various scientific universities, agencies, and private companies. Throughout the week we will spend time with many different research teams hiking, exploring, collecting data, and team building. This is a unique experience, unlike any other summer camp! 

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WHO

• 15  girls graduating from 7th and 8th grade from Clark County, Washington
• 3 girls graduating from 10th-12th grade from Clark County, Washington
• 3 female middle school or high school science teachers from Clark County, Washington

WHERE

• Dropoff location is at Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument Headquarters near Amboy, Washington.
• Mount St. Helens Institute Ridge Camp is a rustic camp on the northeast side of the volcano near Cascade Peaks Information Station with canvas-walled tents, wood stoves and cooking facilities.
• The Science and Learning Center at Coldwater is a re-purposed visitor center that has a commercial kitchen and excellent views of the volcano. The Science and Learning Center is located 43 miles east of Castle Rock, Washington.
• Pickup location is at Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver, Washington.

WHEN

HOW

GeoGirls participants are selected by application. 

• APPLICATIONS OPEN: 2/28/2022
• APPLICATIONS DUE: 4/10/2022
• SELECTIONS ANNOUNCED: May 6, 2022

Questions? Contact learn@mshinstitute.org.

Click on the links below to apply to be a middle school GeoGirl, a High School Mentor, a Teacher Mentor, or a volunteer scientist!