Utah may seem bleak and desolate, but the state is rich in field trip locations that are fun, enlightening and exciting for both students and teachers. Field trips that both teach a student something new, while allowing them to interact using hands-on activities makes the trip enjoyable and memorable for the whole group.
The Dinosaur National Monument in Utah is home to the largest quarry of Jurassic Period dinosaur bones ever discovered. Students will see fossilized dinosaur bones, skeletons, preparation laboratories and walk on hiking trails. The Dinosaur National Monument became a national monument in 1915 when 350 tons of fossils were excavated by paleontologist Earl Douglass. The visitor center is open year round for field trips during any time of year.
Dinosaur National Monument
Dinosaur Quarry Visitor Center
Box 128
Jensen, Utah 84035
435-781-7700
The Clark Planetarium offers students interested in astrology a kid-friendly and educational field trip right in the State of Utah. There are a variety of exhibits, movies and shows for students of all ages to enjoy. Reservations for field trips must be made two weeks in advance.
Clark Planetarium
110 South 400 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
801-456-7827
Clark Planetarium.org
The Utah Museum of Fine Arts which is in Salt Lake City offers galleries for viewing, hands-on art projects to tackle, lectures, films and tours for guests. Their current and upcoming exhibitions and collections are available to view on their website at UMFA.Utah.edu to plan any upcoming field trips.
Utah Museum of Fine Arts
410 Campus Center Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0360
801-581-7332
Utah.edu
The Stokes Nature Center is a non-profit organization that provides nature exploration opportunities for students as well as other community members. Their field trip programs are hands-on and educational and can include nature hikes, nature exploration and nature education.
Stokes Nature Center
2696 East Highway 89
Logan Canyon, Utah 84323
435-755-3239
LoganNature.org
The Leonardo, which is set to open in 2011, is a science, technology and art center for the Utah community. The Leonardo is currently offering public programs and even offers a program called “Leo on Wheels” which brings The Leonardo field trip experience right to your school.
The Leonardo
209 East 500 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84111-3203
801-220-1100
TheLeonardo.org
