Resources for Teachers and Parents

Science Adventures offers a number of special opportunitites and resources to schools and the community, often in partnership with other groups. This is in addition to two big events (Science Fair and Bridge Building) and Yukon College based activities (Stay-A-Day and All-Girls Science Club).

SA outreach provides expert speakers, resources, community connections, special events and field trips. The mentor volunteers that give class presentations, judge projects or lead field trips are called Science Adventures volunteers.

Check here for more details: 

Event Calendar: The year in review with special science focused dates and links with event registration deadlines.

Website Links: Recommended website links that are grouped into topics. 

Student Information: Special offers of student training and resource opportunites.

Yukon College summer youth camps: Watch for information on Science, Computer and Trades Camp registration (age 8-15).

Swan Haven Interpretive Program: Every April, Environment Yukon’s Wildlife Viewing Program hosts interpretive activities for Grades 2-6 at Swan Haven. Visit the Swan Haven School Programs website for more information or call 667-8291. Can’t visit Swan Haven this year? You can still participate in the Student Art Contest.

Raven Recycling Education Program: Raven Recycling provides a number of fun classroom presentations: worm composting, garbage free lunches, recycling, the 3 R’s and papermaking. Tours of the Centre can also be booked. Visit Raven Recycling or call the Education Coordinator at 667-7269 ext 23.

Crazy About Science: Saturday mornings of fun science at Yukon College offered in partnership with the City of Whitehorse for Ages 6-11. Call Canada Games Centre at 668-8360 to book.