Science on the Appalachian Trail
No Child Left Inside -
Earth Science Week, Oct. 12-18
Hike, take pictures, and enjoy!
Rock History - What type of rocks form Bear Mountain?
The Erosion Story -How has erosion changed the look of Bear Mountain?
The Weathering Story - What is the difference between chemical and physical weathering? Give examples
The Glaciation Story - What is left after the last glacier moved over Connecticut and New York, 12,000 years ago?
Appalachian Mountain Formation
History of the Bear Mountain Bridge- When it opened in 1924, it was the longest suspension bridge. How has this bridge changed? How do suspension bridges work?
Weathering and Erosion - Design a booklet or poster showing examples of weathering and erosion. Due Oct. 22, 2008
Earth Science Week Photography Contest - "Earth Science Beyond Your Front Door" - Submit a photograph that shows that Earth Science is all around us! Mail photos and entry form by Wednesday, October 16, 2008.
Earth Science Week Essay Contest - " Earth Connections" - Write an essay, no longer than than 300 words, that demonstrates the interactions between natural processes. Open to Grades 6-9. Submit essay and entry form by Wednesday, October 16, 2008.
A Bridge Story - Create a Children's book on the Bear Mountain Bridge