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Environmental Education Program for High School Students
Pennsylvania Envirothon is a premier environmental education program dedicated to empowering high school students through immersive learning experiences. Our program combines classroom instruction with hands-on outdoor activities, guided by hundreds of teachers and professionals across Pennsylvania. We focus on critical natural resource topics including soils, aquatic ecology, forestry, wildlife, and current environmental challenges. With over 20 years of experience, our team cultivates environmental stewardship through competitive field testing and collaborative problem-solving. We provide students with unparalleled opportunities to work alongside industry professionals, including soil scientists, foresters, and aquatic biologists.Our annual competition challenges teams to demonstrate expertise in five core areas while addressing pressing environmental issues. As a leader in conservation education, we prepare future environmental leaders through comprehensive training resources and innovative programming. Our program's longevity and success reflect our commitment to excellence in environmental education. We maintain strong partnerships with organizations like American Water to enhance our impact and reach. Through our structured curriculum and competitive framework, we foster deep understanding of ecosystems and human-environment interactions.
Services
Aquatic Ecology
Forestry
Current Issues
Soils and Land Use
Oral Component
Wildlife
Environmental Education
Competition Training
Conservation Programs
Youth Leadership Development
Highlights and features
- We offer hands-on environmental education combining classroom and outdoor learning
- Our program is guided by professionals in fields like aquatic biology and forestry
- We provide annual competitions with specialized stations in five core environmental areas
- Our program has over 20 years of experience in environmental education
- We partner with leading environmental organizations to enhance our programming
Services
Aquatic Ecology
Students work with aquatic biologists to assess water quality through field testing and ecosystem analysis. Our program teaches identification of aquatic organisms, water chemistry analysis, and habitat assessment techniques. Participants gain hands-on experience evaluating stream health and understanding human impacts on water resources.
Forestry
Professional foresters guide students in tree identification, forest ecosystem analysis, and sustainable management practices. Our training covers timber measurement techniques, forest health assessment, and conservation strategies. Participants learn to evaluate forest resources while understanding ecological and economic considerations.
Current Issues
Each year focuses on a specific environmental challenge requiring field research and presentation development. Students collaborate with professionals to analyze real-world problems and propose solutions. This component develops critical thinking and communication skills while addressing pressing environmental concerns.
Questions
What is Pennsylvania Envirothon?
Pennsylvania Envirothon is an environmental education program preparing high school students for competitions testing knowledge in natural resource areas through hands-on learning.
How do students participate?
Students form teams of five and compete in field testing events covering five environmental categories with guidance from professional mentors.
When is the 2026 competition?
The 2026 Pennsylvania Envirothon will be held May 20, 2026 at Camp Mount Luther with both onsite and virtual components.
How is the program funded?
The program receives support from sponsors like American Water and donations that help maintain educational resources and competition infrastructure.
