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
• 3 girls graduating from 10th-12th grade
• 3 female middle school or high school science teachers

WHERE

• Drop off location is at Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument Headquarters near Amboy, Washington.
• The Science and Learning Center at Coldwater is a re-purposed visitor center with fantastic views of Mount St. Helens, access to hiking trails and recreation on Coldwater Lake, indoor restrooms, exhibits, a campground, and a commercial kitchen. The Science and Learning Center is located on the northwest side of Mount St. Helens, 43 miles east of Castle Rock, Washington on WA State Route 504.
• Pickup location is at Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver, Washington.

WHEN

HOW

GeoGirls participants are selected by application. 

• APPLICATIONS OPEN: February 2023
• APPLICATIONS DUE: April 2023

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!