McCarthy, AK
June 4-6, 20
Glaciers, rivers, volcanoes, landslides and succession! Join us for two days of intensive and interactive field based learning about these exciting and dynamic processes. We will spend most of the course out on the trail, enjoying the dynamic environment of the McCarthy area as a classroom. Evenings will be spent engaging in insightful, indoor discussion in the Wrangell Mountains Center's historic facilities.
Programs are based in the rustic town of McCarthy at the "Old
Hardware Store," just a short walk from a 25 mile-long glacier. The
Hardware Store houses a classroom, dining area, communal kitchen,
study lounge, library and storage space. Participants can camp on the banks
of the Kennicott River, a short walk away, or choose to stay at other
local accommodations. You and your family are invited to dine with use
for an extra $25/person per day, or pay a small fee per meal.
Fees: $170/person before April 23rd, $235 thereafter. Last day to register is May 15, 2010. WMC
members receive an additional 10% discount. Fee includes dinner on the
first night, optional free camping (a variety of inexpensive lodging options are available in McCarthy, too), and food storage facilities, and instruction.
When: Friday June 4th: 5:30pm- 8:30pm
(includes dinner); Saturday June 5th: 9am-4:30pm; Sunday June 6th:
9am-12pm.
Credit: continuing education credits (ED 580)
are available through Prince William Sounds Community College for a $25
administrative fee.
How: Register by the deadline of May 15 by
contacting the Wrangell Mountains Center at info@wrangells.org or calling
907-244-7717.
Questions: For more information please
email info@wrangells.org.
"This was a wonderful hands-on workshop in an amazing setting. I learned so much, and I came away with great classroom-ready lessons. Thank you!"
Jan W, Valdez
Two Changing Landscapes Workshop participants investigate different types of soil from the periglacial environment within Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.