Environmental Studies Programs
Environmental Studies Programs (ESP)
These programs are experiences for students that take place in a cultural, historic, or natural environment. The interaction and interdependency of people and their enviroment is explored through the park envirnment. Pre-program preparation in the classroom is an important element for a successful program. Student participating in the program work on problem solving while simulating a historic life style. The experiences help students grasp the environment and historical times they are studying, learning to solve the problems of living. A main emphasis of this program is on self-learning.
Parks with Environmental Studies Programs
- William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park
- Sutter's Fort State Historic Park
- Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
- Sonoma State Historic Park
- Monterey State Historic Park
- Wilder Ranch State Park