Distance Learning

Virtual Programs

Yosemite National Park offers free distance learning programs for classrooms and groups of all ages. These interactive programs for classrooms are conducted live with a park ranger from Yosemite through your preferred meeting platform. We offer the following 30-minute lessons: Introduction to Yosemite, Untold Stories of Yosemite, and Ask a Ranger. These are followed by a 15-minute Q & A. These programs will be offered on various dates in the fall, winter, and spring.

February 2026 Update

All spring 2026 distance learning offerings are fully booked. Information about fall 2026 offerings will become available in August.

Programs	Grades	Length
Introduction to Yosemite Students will be provided with a quick overview of Yosemite's geology, ecology, and history to learn what makes the park such a special place.	K–6	1 hour
Untold Stories of Yosemite Students will learn about one or more of the incredible people that greatly contributed to Yosemite's diverse history, including: Buffalo Soldiers, Chinese immigrants in Yosemite, Chiura Obata, Enid Michael, Totuya, and George Melendez Wright.	4–12	1 hour
Ask a Ranger Education rangers will answer pre-determined questions by the students and any follow-up questions about Yosemite.	All ages	1 hour

To Request a Virtual Program

Information will become available here when requests are actively being accepted for virtual programs.

If you have additional questions for the Education Office, email us.

We have many virtual activities and videos on our website that you can use to supplement your lesson plans.

Please check back in August when we will have our fall 2026 availability.