GeoGirls

GeoGirls is a FREE program for youth in Washington and Oregon!

2025 GeoGirls applications are OPEN and close March 1, 2025 - apply and spread the word today!

"GeoGirls is unique because it offers amazing opportunities for students who identify as female or nonbinary to grow and learn more about science from women who are in the many different STEM professions. This program gives students the chance to see that they do belong in a field where women are typically underrepresented, and helps to create sparks within each girl." - 2024 GeoGirls testimonial

"GeoGirls is a program for middle-school girls (inclusive of trans) that builds interest in earth science and confidence in both individual and collaborative pursuits. It helps take the mystery out of what it means to be a scientist and exposes youth to types/topics of science that they never knew existed or want to learn more about." - 2024 GeoGirls testimonial

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GeoGirls is a 5-day, 4-night geology and technology camp at Mount St. Helens for girls(cis and transgender) from Oregon and Washington. During camp we will explore the volcanic eruption of Mount St. Helens, the hazards volcanic eruptions pose to the human population, and the technology used by scientists to monitor volcanoes. Our entire program takes place within the area affected by the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens.

GeoGirls is a collaborative effort between the Mount St. Helens Institute and the U.S. Geological Survey – Cascades Volcano Observatory with partners from various scientific universities, agencies, and private companies. Throughout the week we will spend time with many different research teams hiking, exploring, collecting data, and team building. This is a unique experience, unlike any other summer camp!

GeoGirls is only possible with the help of our fantastic science volunteers. Read and see photos about GeoGirls research projects!

WHO	20 girls (cis and transgender) graduating from 7th and 8th grade from Oregon and Washington 4 girls (cis and transgender) graduating from 10th-12th grade from Oregon and Washington 4 female middle school or high school science teachers (cis and transgender) from Oregon and Washington Click here to read about the accomplishments of 2024 GeoGirls participants!
WHERE	Drop-off location is at Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver, Washington. Our camp takes place for 4 days at the Science and Learning Center at Coldwater. This is our home base and is a visitors center open to the public daily from 10AM - 4PM with fantastic views of Mount St. Helens, access to hiking trails and recreation on Coldwater Lake, indoor restrooms, exhibits, a campground, and a dining hall. The Science and Learning Center is located in the blast zone from the May 18, 1980 eruption. During camp we also visit the Trail of Two Forests & Ape Cave, the USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory and the Mount St. Helens Visitors Center at Seaquest State Park. Pickup location is at Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver, Washington.
WHEN	Monday, August 12 - Friday, August 16, 2024.
HOW	Cost: Free! thanks to grants and donors. GeoGirls participants are selected by application. GeoGirls is open to girls in Washington and Oregon. APPLICATIONS OPEN: January 2, 2025 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: March 1, 2025 Questions? Contact learn@mshinstitute.org. Click on the links below to apply to be a middle school GeoGirl, a High School Mentor, a Teacher Mentor, or a volunteer scientist!

APPLICATION LINKS

GeoGirls Middle School

Girls (cis and transgender) graduating from 7th and 8th grade in Oregon and Washington (Applications OPEN until March 1, 2025)
High School Mentors

Girls (cis and transgender) graduating from 10th-12th grade in Oregon and Washington (Applications OPEN until March 1, 2025)
Teacher Mentors

Female (cis and transgender) middle school or high school science teachers in Oregon and Washington (Applications now OPEN, close March 1, 2025)
Science Volunteers

Female (cis and transgender) geoscientists who design & lead research projects (Applications OPEN with priority March 1, 2025. Applications reviewed continually)