In celebration of the   International Year of Planet Earth.

Hawaii — The Big Island

Living on an active hot spot volcano

Dates to be announced - Summer 2009

Summary

Join a group of 'lava-junkies' as they learn about volcanic processes, natural hazards and life on one of the Earth's most active volcanoes. See modern lava flows, walk on a shield volcano, hike along a rift zone, examine lava types, see cinder cones, crawl inside lava tubes, visit tsunami sites and so much more!

Eruption and weather permitting, experience first hand an active lava flow!

This is a trip of a life time. You will get to experience the world of volcanics and be able to take that experience right back into your classroom. This trip includes all lectures, notes, hikes, park entry fees, ground transportation, accommodation and most meals.

The trip is open to all elementary, middle and high school teachers.

Leader: Gary B. Lewis is the Director of Education and Outreach for GSA. Gary has been running trips for teachers to Hawaii since the 1990's. He is a geologist by training and a school teacher by trade. As well as a deep knowledge of all aspects of geoscience, Gary's experience in developing classroon ready materials and his sense of humor add another dimension to the trips he leads.

Reservations / Information

To obtain more information on this exciting trip, please contact the trip coordinator, contact Gary Lewis, Director, GSA Education & Outreach at .

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Teachers (K-12)

 2008 Teacher Trips

• Costa Rica & Nicaragua
  15-27 July 2008
• The Galapagos
  1-11 July 2008
• Iceland
  26 July-2 August 2008

 2009 Teacher Trips

• Hawaii
  Dates to be announced
• Australia
  18-29 July 2009

More trips & details to come.

These teacher trips are open only to teachers.

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