GeoGirls

GeoGirls is a 5-day, 4-night geology and technology camp for girls (cis and transgender) at Mount St. Helens for girls in 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!

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WHO

• 20  girls (cis and transgender) graduating from 7th and 8th grade in Oregon and Washington
• 4 girls (cis and transgender) graduating from 10th-12th grade in Oregon and Washington
• 4 female middle school or high school science teachers (cis and transgender) in 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 10, 2024
• APPLICATIONS CLOSE: March 1, 2024

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!