Education

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Let us share Lassen's wild classroom with you and your students!

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A Wild Classroom

What do bears do in winter? Why does Lassen have all four types of volcanoes? How can fire help a landscape? Lassen Volcanic National Park is a wild classroom that can help you explore these and more topics! The park’s abundance of volcanic domes, alpine lakes, and winter snow allows students of all ages to discover the natural world.

Our education rangers offer a variety of in-person opportunities to public and private school groups in thirty-six California counties, Kindergarten through college. We also offer digital resources for those located farther away. All education programs and materials adhere to National and California State Education Standards.

How will you use Lassen Volcanic as your classroom?

 

Education Programs

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Self-Guided Field Trips

Explore Lassen's wild classroom on your own - see suggested itineraries, requirements, and more!

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Ranger-Led Field Trips

Explore Lassen's wild classroom with a ranger - see program offerings, expectations, and submit a reservation request.

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Bring the park to you!

Ranger-in-Classroom Programs

Learn about and request a reservation for Lassen's in-school outreach programs.

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Know Before You Go!

Teacher Pre-Visit Planning Guide

Learn how to plan a safe, respectful, and impactful field trip for your students.

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See if you qualify and apply!

Academic Fee Waivers

Academic Fee Waivers allow qualifying educational groups to enter the park for free during their trip.

 

Education Resources

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Curriculum Materials

Connect Lassen Volcanic National Park to your classroom.

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Student Resources

Information about the park for students.

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NPS Education Portal

An online resource for teachers to explore various subjects from all national park units.

Last updated: September 9, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 100
Mineral, CA 96063

Phone:

530 595 6100
Park phone lines may be intermittently offline.

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