Virtual Field Trip

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A volunteer leads a distance learning program over an ipad with students.

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Virtual Visit: Submit a Reservation Request Form

Teachers worldwide can schedule a virtual field trip by submitting a Virtual Field Trip Reservation Request Form to jotr_education@nps.gov

  • Teachers- the Education Branch office phone does not work and we are having issues with out government email blocking messages without our knowledge. If you do not hear from us with 5 days of your initial program request email, please call or text 760-362-2215. We greatly apologize for this inconvenience!


Plants and Animals of JT- K-12 (accommodations made within the program for different levels upon teacher request) 30 minutes
Program provides an introduction to the NPS and Joshua Tree National Park specifically, highlighting some plant and animal desert adaptations while showing plants in their natural habitat and using animal props.

Draw JT- 2nd-6th (accommodations made to drawing depending on grade level and time) 45 minutes
Ranger leads a drawing activity of the Mojave desert while focusing on plant and animal adaptations. This is a great follow-up to Plants and Animals of JT. Students will need to gather some common materials from their home in preparation for the program.

Geology of JT- Rocks and Minerals- 2nd-5th (accommodations made within program depending on grade level and time) 30 minutes
Ranger leads an exploration of the rocks and minerals of Joshua Tree National Park. Students will complete a journal page along with the ranger as they take a close look at the composition of rocks. Students will need to gather some common materials from their home in preparation for the program.

Geology of JT- Weathering and Erosion- 2nd-5th (accommodations made within program depending on grade level and time) 30 minutes
Ranger leads an overview of desert landforms and an exploration of erosion- how does natural material move in a desert and what are the results of rain, wind, and plant growth on the rocks and landforms of Joshua Tree National Park? Students will need to gather some common materials from their home in preparation for the program.

Teachers interested in virtual field trips focusing on desert Native American cultures are encouraged to contact our tribal partners:

Sarah O'Brien
Tribal Archivist, Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians
sobrien@29palmsbomi-nsn.gov 760-863-2460

For distance learning options in nearby state and national park sites:
Channel Islands:https://www.nps.gov/chis/learn/education/learning/index.htm
CA State Parks: https.ports-ca.us/
Santa Monica Mountains NRA: https://www.nps.gov/sam://wwwo/learn/education/classrooms/curriculummaterials.htm

 

Last updated: September 24, 2024

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