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Brian the Bighorn says: "Have a head-butting good time at our Summer Institute!"


Summer Institute 2010 Program

The Summer Institute is a four-day outdoor adventure in the Angeles National Forest. Focusing upon a different subject each day, the Institute stresses an interdisciplinary hands-on approach to learning and social bonding with new friends.

2010 Session

Session 1: July 27-30, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Session 2: August 3-6, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Ages 8 and above
(Space limited to 25 per session)

California Frontiers (Day One)

Two great cultures of historic California come together at Mt. Baldy. You will meet the 49ers as you pan for gold and reenact a gold rush play. Experience the Native American culture of the Tongva (Gabrielino) by recreating their lifestyle - grinding acorns, doing rock art, making fire and creating tools.

Adventures in Mountain Habitats (Day Two)

Stunning vistas in San Antonio Canyon form the backdrop for this investigation of the habitats of the San Gabriel Mountains. Playing the role of botanists and wildlife biologists, we'll explore the interconnections within our native ecosystems. You'll learn how to use GPS, and perform transect and quadrant studies in the chaparral life zone. Along a cold mountain stream you'll analyze water quality and survey populations of micro-aquatic life

Mountains on the Move (Day Three)

Lying at a junction of two great continental plates, southern California is a geological wonder. You'll become a geologist for the day, learning the basics of earth science while assembling a personal rock collection. We'll keep up with the latest seismic activity coming into our CalTech earthquake monitor. The day concludes with a rambling adventure into the canyon to explore a fault zone and examine the powerful forces that have shaped our natural landscape.

Scientific Sleuthing (Day Four)

Your chance to become a detective in the fascinating world of science. The evidence is in the field under rocks, in crevices and along the bottom of mountain creeks. Collected samples travel with us back to the classroom to be examined with the help of microscopes and flex video cameras. It's a day devoted to worlds seldom seen and to our own scientific curiosity.

Large Pictures from Summer 2005 Session

Instructors:

  • Steve Segreto holds a B.A. in Biology, is a founding member of the Bighorn Institute, a bighorn sheep research group located in Palm Springs. He is one of the founders of the Mt. Baldy Education program.

  • Brianna Gionet has worked at the Mt. Baldy Education Center for over five years. She is currently studying at Cal State San Bernardino to become a Special Education teacher.

  • Jordan Gionet is an Eagle Scout and is currently attending Chaffey College to earn his degree in Education.

  • Broc Charleston is an Eagle Scout and is currently attending Citrus College to earn his certificate in Forestry.

  • Kara Van Dran is currently attending Cal State San Bernardino to earn her degree in Business. She hopes to work with a non-profit organization someday.

  • Robin Gomez is currently attending Mt. San Antonio College to become a Biology teacher.

  • Andrea Nick is currently attending California State University, Northridge to earn her Master's degree in Geography.

    Tuition/Fee

    Total for Four day session: $100.00

    *1st payment: (due with registration).....$50.00
    *2nd payment: (due first day at Mt. Baldy).....$50.00

    Scholarships available to qualified applicants on a need basis.

    Please make checks payable to the USDA Forest Service

    Summer Institute Registration Form

    After registration the parent/guardian will receive additional materials, including a medical release form. Please note that enrollment will not be considered complete until these forms are completed and returned.

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    Updated May, 2010

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    San Gabriel Mountains Heritage Association
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Mt. Baldy Visitor Center, P.O. Box 592, Mt. Baldy, CA 91759
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