Scout Groups

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Designed just for Scouts, this program includes varied activities that satisfy most of the requirements for a geology activity.  Leaders will need to let the museum know the groups specific requirements so that activities can be tailored for each level.  It is a good idea to make sure scouts have a general understanding & interest in geology, and understand the requirements so that they are prepared before the program.  Scouts are welcome to bring any specimens they would like identified.

The cost is $10 for this 2-hour program, which is limited to 8 students (no exceptions).  Programs are scheduled in the morning or afternoon of the 3 rd Saturday of each month (dates fill up quickly so schedule early & have alternates planned).  Contact the Curator of Education directly to schedule: 656-4602 or cmcici@clemson.edu.

PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Activities may include:

• a guided tour of the museum with emphasis on SC fossils and minerals

• a hunt for geological building materials in the museum

• a discussion of the 3 different types of rocks and the rock cycle

• identification & organization of a mineral collection including 8-10 rocks/minerals

• creation of an impression fossil in clay using real fossils

• discussion of basic geological principles, such as mountain building, volcanoes, or plate tectonics.

 

Visitor Services:

Parking is free and plentiful. Those with disabilities can park adjacent to the museum - go through the lot and up the back driveway. Restrooms are located in the Betsy Campbell Carriage House, which is just behind the museum along the same driveway.

 

Contact Information

If for some reason you must cancel the tour or will be late, please remember to call us at 864-656-4602. Our address is 103 Garden Trail, Clemson, SC 29634-0130.

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