GeoGirls is a geology and technology field camp for girls (cis and transgender) in Washington and Oregon. It is a chance to explore volcanoes and how scientists monitor them. It is also a time for girls build science confidence, camp and hike in the outdoors and work with professional women scientists. During the course of the overnight field-based camp, girls will tour Mount St. Helens, visit researchers in action, conduct a focused research project with real scientists, visit the USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory and conduct a volcanic crisis mission that builds on concepts learned throughout the week. High school mentors assist the middle school GeoGirls with projects, blog posts and feeling comfortable at camp.
GeoGirls 2024 is calling 4 high school girls (cis and transgender) graduating from 10th - 12th grade in Washington and Oregon! This program is FREE for all middle school and high school youth thanks to generous donors & supporters.
As a High School Mentor, you will...
We do NOT interview applicants. Please provide as much detail as possible in your application so we can get our best sense of how special YOU are!
Our most challenging aspect about reviewing GeoGirls applications is when applicants list email addresses that are spelled incorrectly especially for teacher recommenders. Please double and triple check the spelling of your email, your parent/guardian email and your teacher email before submitting your application. Thank you!
We do NOT hold spots in GeoGirls for future years. If you apply and are accepted and cannot attend our camp, we encourage you to apply in future years.
We are VERY strict with holding the age requirements listed on our website for applicants. If you are not old enough, we encourage you to apply when you reach the correct age! We will not review or accept applicants who are out of the listed age range.
The application deadline for High School Mentors and Middle School GeoGirls youth is the same deadline. Both applications require recommendations from teachers.
We are so excited about your interest in GeoGirls!
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our education team by emailing learn@mshinstitute.org.