Research and Education
in the National Parks

National Park Service Research and Education in the National Parks

PART I
THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM IN THE NATIONAL PARKS

COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY FIELD CLASSES

Utilization of the national parks and national monuments by universities and colleges as outdoor classrooms to supplement academic study of the natural sciences is increasing. Many of the outstanding educational institutions of the country are taking advantage of the exceptional opportunities for such field work, notably Princeton University, Clark University, University of Virginia, Western Reserve University, Montana State University, University of Missouri, University of North Carolina, and University of California. (See fig. 32.)

FIGURE 32.—The Yosemite Museum serves as a laboratory for field classes. This class, conducted by Prof. Edward O. Essig of the University of California, shown in the foreground, spent seven weeks in Yosemite National Park. The museum served as headquarters throughout this period.

It is desired to encourage this use of the parks and monuments, for it is realized that these areas are the ideal outdoor laboratories for practical study of geology, biology, archeology, and other field sciences.

The National Park Service cooperates gladly with all such study groups, arranging facilities so that field work and demonstrations can be most effectively accomplished. Members of the educational staff in the various parks render valuable assistance.

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