Gain an introduction to the many branches and fields of Earth science through hands on science experiments, creative art projects, discussion, specimen identification, slideshows, and games. Classes will discover the layers of the Earth and the different types of rocks, erupt underwater volcanoes together, identify fossils and study outer space, depending on weeks attended. Please see the weekly schedule listed below for more information. 

At the beginning of each class, there will be an opportunity for introductions, sharing, and guided discussion. Students may bring items to class to share related to earth science such as rocks, crystals, fossils, geodes, a rock tumbler, rock books, rock art, nature discoveries, pictures, dinosaur toys, crystal growing kits, fossil dig kits, etc. 

Each week will be independent of each other, and learners may join at any time. It is not required to have previously attended Earth Science Club 1 or 2. 

The weekly themes for the next new session are below. September through December, 2023

GEOLOGY
September 11: Layers of the Earth

VOLCANOLOGY
September 18: Underwater Volcanoes

PETROLOGY
September 25: Igneous Investigations
October 2: Sedimentary Stories

PLEASE NOTE: Class will not be held October 9. 

October 16: Metamorphic Magic

PALEONTOLOGY
October 23: Dinosaur Classification
October 30: Prehistoric Reptiles and Amphibians
November 6: Ancient Invertebrates 

MINERALOGY
November 13: Mineral Matching 

ASTRONOMY
November 20: Mars
November 27: Black Holes
December 4: Moon Phases and Northern Lights

GLACIOLOGY
December 11: Glaciers and Icebergs