Pigeon Point Environmental Education Program

EE Program/Resource Details

Provided by:   Exploring New Horizons Outdoor School    

Description:  Pigeon Point Environmental Education Program (PPEEP) is located at the Pigeon Point lighthouse, 30 miles north of Santa Cruz, CA on Hwy. 1. For the past 20 years this program has served individual classes in an extremely unique setting. The program focuses on the natural and human history of Pigeon Point,and marine ecosystems with an emphasis on elephant seals and tide pools. The program includes a day at Ano Nuevo State Reserve visiting the elephant seals, who inhabit the reserve seasonally. PPEEP is typically a 3-day program, but can be tailored for any length. Residential Outdoor School, Science Camp, and Outdoor Education.

Web Address:  http://www.exploringnewhorizons.org/

Program/Resource Type:  Field Trip, Residential Outdoor School

Audience Served:  3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Cost:  Cost varies by type of program

EE Focus:  Biodiversity, Ecosystems-Coast/Marine, Ecosystems-Forest, Endangered Species, Nature Awareness, Plants & Animals, Stewardship, Sustainable Development, Restoration

Academic Focus:  Science, Interdisciplinary

Correlated to these State Standards:  English/Language Arts, History/Social Science, Mathematics, Science
Correlations to Standards have been determined by the Provider and have not been verfied by CREEC Network staff or CDE.

Counties Served:  Alameda, San Mateo, Sonoma, Contra Costa, Monterey, Napa, Santa Clara, Solano, Yolo

Additional Languages:  Spanish

Dates Available:  September through May

Days and Hours:  Mondays-Wednesdays or Wednesdays--Fridays

Group Size:  up to 45 people

Student:Instructor Ratio:  12-15:1

Disabled Access?  yes

Amenities:  Restrooms and kitchens available in hostel buildings