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Spark Student Interest in Geology with These 8 Field Trips

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Originally published in TEACH Magazine, May/June 2022 Issue

By Kelsey McCallum

Geology, the study of the Earth, is sometimes a forgotten branch of science compared to biology, chemistry, and physics. Yet, it bears significant importance to matters of everyday life. For example, geology is used in determining building placement, detecting natural hazards, assessing water resources, and remediating environmental problems. Everything we see and interact with relates to geology. It’s never too early to get students interested in this vast and complex field of study. Here are some field trips that can help.

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Kelsey McCallum is an Associate Editor for TEACH Mag. She holds a BSc from the University of Guelph and a Graduate Certificate from Centennial College. She currently lives in Toronto, ON, with her partner and their cat, Banksy.

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Kelsey McCallum
Kelsey McCallum
Kelsey McCallum is an Associate Editor for TEACH Mag. She holds a BSc from the University of Guelph and a Graduate Certificate from Centennial College. She currently lives in Toronto, ON, with her partner and their cat, Banksy.

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