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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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6 Backpacking Events Found
Olympic Backpacker
5-day backpacking adventure for grades 9-12 along the stunning Olympic Coast. Young explorers will trek through lush forests, traverse sandy beaches, and discover hidden tide pools teeming with marine life. Focuses on outdoor skills and environmental science education.
Olympic Coast
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Sliding scale pricing available - see website for details
6/15/26
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Olympic Backpacker
5-day backpacking adventure for grades 9-12 along the stunning Olympic Coast. Young explorers will trek through lush forests, traverse sandy beaches, and discover hidden tide pools teeming with marine life. Focuses on outdoor skills and environmental science education.
Sliding scale pr...
Sliding scale pricing available - see website for details
In-Person
Jun 15, 2026, 11:30 AM ET
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Jackson Hole Science Expedition - Grades 10-12
26-day immersive experience for students entering grades 10-12. Participants live and learn in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, exploring diverse ecosystems, conducting field research projects, and culminating with a 5-day backpacking expedition. Registration for 2026 is closed but information available for 2027. June 29 - July 24, 2026.
Teton Science Schools Kelly Campus
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Cost not specified - contact for details
6/29/26
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Jackson Hole Science Expedition - Grades 10-12
26-day immersive experience for students entering grades 10-12. Participants live and learn in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, exploring diverse ecosystems, conducting field research projects, and culminating with a 5-day backpacking expedition. Registration for 2026 is closed but information available for 2027. June 29 - July 24, 2026.
Cost not specifi...
Cost not specified - contact for details
In-Person
Jun 29, 2026, 8:00 AM ET
Environmental Science
Field Research
Leadership Development
Backpacking
Immersive Experience
Scientific Research
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https://tetonscience.org/summer-camp
01-19-2026
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OMSI Backpacking Camps
Three backpacking trips where participants learn about ecology in wilderness settings. Grab your pack and head to the trails with OMSI in the Wallowas and Three Sisters Wilderness areas. Registration opens February 10th at 10am.
Wallowas and Three Sisters Wilderness
$550.00 - Camps...
$550.00 - Camps range from $550 to $2,260. Exact pricing available January 20th.
7/1/26
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OMSI Backpacking Camps
Three backpacking trips where participants learn about ecology in wilderness settings. Grab your pack and head to the trails with OMSI in the Wallowas and Three Sisters Wilderness areas. Registration opens February 10th at 10am.
$550.00 - Camps...
$550.00 - Camps range from $550 to $2,260. Exact pricing available January 20th.
In-Person
Jul 1, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
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https://omsi.edu/camps
01-19-2026
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Overnight Summer Camp Wolves - Grades 6-7
Eight adventure-filled days in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, discovering the natural world through hands-on field science. Students design and carry out their own research projects in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Includes four nights at Kelly campus and three-night front country camping in Yellowstone. July 18-25, 2026.
Teton Science Schools Kelly Campus
$1,545.00 - $1,5...
$1,545.00 - $1,545 for 8-day program
7/18/26
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Overnight Summer Camp Wolves - Grades 6-7
Eight adventure-filled days in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, discovering the natural world through hands-on field science. Students design and carry out their own research projects in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Includes four nights at Kelly campus and three-night front country camping in Yellowstone. July 18-25, 2026.
$1,545.00 - $1,5...
$1,545.00 - $1,545 for 8-day program
In-Person
Jul 18, 2026, 8:00 AM ET
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https://tetonscience.org/summer-camp
01-19-2026
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Overnight Summer Camp Bears - Grades 8-9
Nine unforgettable days exploring the backcountry of Grand Teton National Park, building confidence, independence, and leadership skills. Participants will canoe on mountain waters, contribute to a national park service project, tackle the Doug Walker Challenge Course, and learn backpacking fundamentals. July 25 - August 2, 2026.
Teton Science Schools Kelly Campus
$1,795.00 - $1,7...
$1,795.00 - $1,795 for 9-day program
7/25/26
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25
Overnight Summer Camp Bears - Grades 8-9
Nine unforgettable days exploring the backcountry of Grand Teton National Park, building confidence, independence, and leadership skills. Participants will canoe on mountain waters, contribute to a national park service project, tackle the Doug Walker Challenge Course, and learn backpacking fundamentals. July 25 - August 2, 2026.
$1,795.00 - $1,7...
$1,795.00 - $1,795 for 9-day program
In-Person
Jul 25, 2026, 8:00 AM ET
Environmental Science
Overnight Camp
Leadership Development
Backpacking
National Parks
Canoeing
Challenge Course
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https://tetonscience.org/summer-camp
01-19-2026
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Wilderness Expedition Summer Camp
Look no further for a true immersive experience in natural history. This introductory backpacking expedition is led by our exceptional naturalists and wilderness guides and is the perfect opportunity for hands-on exploration. From learning about and identifying the flora and fauna found in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, lessons in astronomy, and developing backcountry skills such as orienteering and Leave No Trace principles, this camp is the epitome of an aspiring young naturalist's dream! If you know a youth between the ages of 11 and 17, contact us today to learn more. Camp runs from Monday, July 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM through Friday, July 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
Free
7/27/26
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Wilderness Expedition Summer Camp
Look no further for a true immersive experience in natural history. This introductory backpacking expedition is led by our exceptional naturalists and wilderness guides and is the perfect opportunity for hands-on exploration. From learning about and identifying the flora and fauna found in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, lessons in astronomy, and developing backcountry skills such as orienteering and Leave No Trace principles, this camp is the epitome of an aspiring young naturalist's dream! If you know a youth between the ages of 11 and 17, contact us today to learn more. Camp runs from Monday, July 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM through Friday, July 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Free
In-Person
Jul 27, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
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