DiscoverE Logo

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.

Engineering Navigator
Failed to load Google Maps. Please check your connection or try again later.

40 field research Events Found

Apr 3

Homeschool Day - Fauna Frenzy Program

Day-long wildlife exploration program investigating marine and coastal organisms through hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and real scientific tools. Students explore cephalopods, crabs, birds, sharks, and estuary life. Multiple age-specific tracks: SEAL (ages 4-10), SHORE CRAB (ages 8-12), and SANDPIPER (drop-off for ages 12-18). Includes squid dissection, bird behavior studies, and biodiversity investigations.
Hatfield Marine Science Center
$25.00 - $25 per...
4/3/26
URL Copied Successfully
Apr 6

Homeschool Day - Fauna Frenzy Program

Day-long wildlife exploration program investigating marine and coastal organisms through hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and real scientific tools. Students explore cephalopods, crabs, birds, sharks, and estuary life. Multiple age-specific tracks: SEAL (ages 4-10), SHORE CRAB (ages 8-12), and SANDPIPER (drop-off for ages 12-18). Includes squid dissection, bird behavior studies, and biodiversity investigations.
Hatfield Marine Science Center
$25.00 - $25 per...
4/6/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 7

Sharks and Rays Pre-College at Eckerd

A one-week residential pre-college program for high school students (grades 11-12) focused on shark and ray research. Students will participate in labs and lectures presented by research scientists, handle preserved specimens while identifying their key characteristics, and collect and examine local shark and ray species from the shoreline and aboard Eckerd College vessels. Program includes field trips to see sharks and rays in their natural environment and learn about elasmobranch science including their unique characteristics, diversity, and ecological interactions. Students must be able to pass a swim test (150 yards total, three full pool lengths).
Eckerd College
$2,200.00 - Prog...
6/7/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 7

Coastal Wildlife and Ecology Pre-College at Eckerd

This pre-college program gives high school students the chance to explore coastal and wildlife management, green infrastructure, environmental communication, and field research. Modeled on one of our top majors, it offers hands-on field research with expert faculty, our campus facilities, and the natural wonders of Tampa Bay. Students should come prepared to get wet and work hard each day as they participate in indoor and outdoor activities. Students enrolled in this program will: Participate in data collection for field research, Kayak along barrier islands and through mangrove forests, Interact with Florida's native flora & fauna, Learn how to communicate about environmental science and research, Explore local aquariums to better understand how we can work together to protect coastal and marine wildlife, Take part in coastal resiliency projects and initiatives on campus. Students must be able to pass the swim test, three full laps for a total of 150 yards, without touching the bottom of the pool, using any style and with no time limit.
Eckerd College
$2,250.00 - $1,5...
6/7/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 7

Sharks and Rays Pre-College Program

Students will learn about current research involving sharks and rays, work in a lab with preserved specimens, and embark on field trips to see sharks and rays in their natural environment. Students will learn about elasmobranch science--including their unique characteristics and diversity, how they interact with their aquatic environment and other species, and how scientists study these aspects of their biology and ecology. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$2,250.00 - Prog...
6/7/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 7

Coastal Wildlife and Ecology Pre-College Program

This pre-college program gives high school students the chance to explore coastal and wildlife management, green infrastructure, environmental communication, and field research. Modeled on one of our top majors, it offers hands-on field research with expert faculty, our campus facilities, and the natural wonders of Tampa Bay. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$1,900.00 - Prog...
6/7/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 8

Summer Zoo Camps - Grades 7-9 Camps

Full-day week-long camps for youth entering 7th-9th grade in fall 2026. Programs include field ecology research, marine conservation, STEM problem-solving for animal care, and zookeeper career exploration. Full day sessions: 9:30am-3:30pm. Campers learn outdoor skills, meet field experts, and contribute to scientific research.
Minnesota Zoo
$445.00 - $445 (...
6/8/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 13

Accelerated Environmental Scientist Summer Camp

Intensive field course for motivated high school students to earn university credit at Missouri S&T. Set at the beautiful Ozark Research Field Station, students will explore local ecosystems, water quality, wildlife conservation, sustainability challenges, and the impact of human activity on the environment. This experience-driven course emphasizes hands-on investigations including collecting samples, using professional field tools, analyzing environmental data, and participating in ongoing research projects. Course credit available for Introduction to Environmental Science (ENV SCI 1173) for additional $480 fee. Activities include ecosystem exploration hikes, water quality monitoring, biodiversity surveys, soil sampling, wildlife conservation projects, sustainability studies, field tool training, research design, and evening discussions with scientists.
Missouri University of Science and Technology - Ozark Research Field Station
$1,200.00 - Regi...
6/13/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 14

Geology & Adventure

Learn about the geology of the Southern Appalachians while hiking to scenic landmarks. Practice field-based learning while rock climbing and rappelling on the beautiful granite bodies of western North Carolina. Experience the geology of caving systems while spelunking. Enjoy time outdoors, build lifelong friendships, participate in adventure experiences, and see what it is like to be a geologist for a week!
UNC Asheville
$1,460.00 - $1,4...
6/14/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 14

Wildlife Wonders: Appalachian Zoology

Aspiring biologists and naturalists will explore the animal life of the southern Appalachians through discussions, workshops, hands-on lab experiments, and field trips. Identify local species by searching for salamanders in a private reserve, snorkeling in clear mountain streams, and studying specimens under microscopes. A special evening field trip will offer the opportunity to observe the rare synchronous and blue-ghost fireflies at a private reserve. Learn to use zoological tools such as aquatic and insect nets, binoculars, and dissecting and compound microscopes. Field trips will focus on observing and identifying vertebrate wildlife across Western North Carolina's diverse habitats.
UNC Asheville
$1,460.00 - $1,4...
6/14/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 14

Marine Science Pre-College Program (Session 1)

Our Marine Science program gives you one-on-one attention from Ph.D. professors from day one. Studying on Tampa Bay means you'll be out on the water doing the work that professionals do. Our hands-on curriculum in the field (from the shoreline and aboard vessels in Tampa Bay) and in the lab has activities designed to explore marine biology, shoreline dynamics, reef ecology, research techniques and more. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$2,250.00 - Prog...
6/14/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 15

Geology & Adventure

Learn about the geology of the Southern Appalachians while hiking to scenic landmarks. Practice field-based learning while rock climbing and rappelling on the beautiful granite bodies of western North Carolina. Experience the geology of caving systems while spelunking. Enjoy time outdoors, build lifelong friendships, participate in adventure experiences, and see what it is like to be a geologist for a week!
UNC Asheville
$1,460.00 - Incl...
6/15/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 15

Wildlife Wonders: Appalachian Zoology

Aspiring biologists and naturalists will explore the animal life of the southern Appalachians through discussions, workshops, hands-on lab experiments, and field trips. Identify local species by searching for salamanders in a private reserve, snorkeling in clear mountain streams, and studying specimens under microscopes. A special evening field trip will offer the opportunity to observe the rare synchronous and blue-ghost fireflies at a private reserve. Learn to use zoological tools such as aquatic and insect nets, binoculars, and dissecting and compound microscopes. Field trips will focus on observing and identifying vertebrate wildlife across Western North Carolina's diverse habitats. Through readings and discussions, we'll also tackle questions like which species of wolves once roamed these mountains.
UNC Asheville
$1,460.00 - Incl...
6/15/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 15

Tadpole Camp

Age: Students entering 3rd & 4th grade. 4-day camp from June 15-18. Where's the best place to look for tadpoles? How do these wiggly creatures survive in their habitat? Get ready to romp around local wetlands in search of these alluring critters. This camp includes field trips off site.
Iowa Lakeside Lab
$125.00 - t-shir...
6/15/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 15

Summer Science Camps - Wetland Wonders

Full Day Camp for 3rd and 4th graders. Spend the week getting wet! Wallow through wetlands to collect water samples, play games, and conduct experiments. Examine critters that call ponds, lakes, rivers, and marshes home.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
6/15/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 15

Wetland Wonders - Summer Science Camp

Full Day Camp for 3rd and 4th graders. Spend the week getting wet! Wallow through wetlands to collect water samples, play games, and conduct experiments. Examine critters that call ponds, lakes, rivers, and marshes home. Multiple sections from June 15-19 through August 3-7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
6/15/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 20

New Harmonie Park BioBlitz

Collaborative, field-based biodiversity survey conducted by scientists, students, and volunteers as part of the Indiana Academy of Science's commitment to community science and biodiversity documentation.
New Harmonie Park
Free
6/20/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 21

River Ecology & Adventure

Explore and discover our natural, aquatic world. Engaging field-based learning will pair with outdoor skills and trips. Learn about Southern Appalachian stream ecology while canoeing sections of pristine rivers, hiking to wilderness swimming holes and investigating local aquatic species, and be challenged to think critically about human impact on the environment while rafting exciting whitewater. This program offers a thrilling, hands-on learning experience that blends the excitement of outdoor adventure with the science of stream ecology.
UNC Asheville
$1,460.00 - $1,4...
6/21/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 21

Marine Science Pre-College Program (Session 2)

Our Marine Science program gives you one-on-one attention from Ph.D. professors from day one. Studying on Tampa Bay means you'll be out on the water doing the work that professionals do. Our hands-on curriculum in the field (from the shoreline and aboard vessels in Tampa Bay) and in the lab has activities designed to explore marine biology, shoreline dynamics, reef ecology, research techniques and more. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$2,250.00 - Prog...
6/21/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 22

River Ecology & Adventure

Explore and discover our natural, aquatic world. Engaging field-based learning will pair with outdoor skills and trips. Learn about Southern Appalachian stream ecology while canoeing sections of pristine rivers, hiking to wilderness swimming holes and investigating local aquatic species, and be challenged to think critically about human impact on the environment while rafting exciting whitewater. This program offers a thrilling, hands-on learning experience that blends the excitement of outdoor adventure with the science of stream ecology.
UNC Asheville
$1,460.00 - Incl...
6/22/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 22

Frog Camp

Age: Students entering 5th & 6th grade. 4-day camp from June 22-25. Did you know frogs use their eyes to help them swallow their prey? They also absorb water through their skin! Be prepared to get wet and muddy as we head to the wetlands to learn more about these fantastic creatures! This camp includes field trips off site.
Iowa Lakeside Lab
$125.00 - t-shir...
6/22/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 22

Life of the Reptiles & Amphibians Day Camp

4-day summer camp exploring herpetology through guided hikes, radio tracking turtles, frog call identification, hands-on science activities, nature journaling, and eco-art. Daily schedule: 7:30-9am drop-off, morning field investigations, lunch break (bring packed lunch), afternoon eco-art and science lessons, 5-6pm pickup. Scholarships available through Walton Family Foundation grant. Refund policy: full refund minus fees until 7 days before, 50% refund within 1 week, no refunds within 24 hours except exceptional circumstances.
ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville
$275.00 - Day ca...
6/22/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun 29

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
Cost not specifi...
6/29/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jul 5

Marine Biology Camp - Session 1

Week-long residential marine biology camp for high school students. Includes oceanographic sampling, sea kayaking, snorkeling, whale watching, laboratory experiments, and guest lectures. Students reside in waterside residence hall with meals provided. Field trips explore coastal ecosystems of southern New England. Scholarships available for students qualifying for free/reduced lunch.
Roger Williams University
$2,195.00 - Incl...
7/5/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jul 6

Eastern Oregon Birding Expedition

Week-long immersive birding adventure for high school students (grades 9-12) exploring Eastern Oregon ecosystems and bird species. Part of the Science in the Wild track focusing on ornithology and field research techniques.
Eastern Oregon
Sliding scale pr...
7/6/26
URL Copied Successfully