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San Mateo Outdoor Education
County Office of Education

www.smcoe.k12.ca.us/outdoored

Organization Type:
School

Mission:
San Mateo Outdoor Education is a 4/5 day residential environmental education program, which serves 5th and 6th grade students in San Mateo County. Students visit natural communities and learn about ecological relationships and their role in protecting natural resources.

Contact:
Mark Nolan
San Mateo Outdoor Education
County Office of Education
101 Twin Dolphin Drive
Redwood City, CA 94005
Phone: (650) 802-5360
Fax: (650) 802-5422
mnolan@smcoe.k12.ca.us

Geographical Focus:
Regional

Counties Served:
San Mateo

Activities:
Education, Recycling, Conservation

Topic:
Wetlands, Cultural History, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Watershed Hydrology, Endangered Species, Bay & Estuary Habitats

Educational Resources:
On-Site Programs, Brochures, Website

Target Audiences:
5th-6th Grades and High School Leadership Program

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 180

Other Languages:
Spanish: A video, forms, website translation, presentations

In-Service Training:
Students/Interns:
We provide a nine month naturalist internship program for 11 individuals.

Internship Opportunities

  Description:
Lead nature walks with groups of 15 5th and 6th graders, teaching basic ecology and natural history. Lead evening activities including Night hike, beach prep, folk dance, and campfire.
  When Needed:
September-June
  Qualifications:
College Degree
  Application:
Send resume, cover letter and three references
  Number of Interns:
10
  Housing Provided:
Yes
  Paid:
Yes
  Stipend:
Yes
  Credit:
No
  Contact Name:
Mark Nolan
(650) 802-5360
mnolan@smcoe.k12.ca.us


Videos:
For loan
•  Program Overview Video

Slideshows:
For use on site
•  Ocean Odyssey

Service Fee:
There is a $242 per student fee charged for the 5-day/4-night residential program.

Disabled Access:
Arrangements are made for students with disabilities.


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