FIELD TRIPS
Come visit Ausable Chasm for an assortment of educational experiences and adventures where school groups will not find at any other single location in the Adirondacks. Hike, float and/or climb. Students go back in time as they experience one of the oldest natural attractions in the United States (Est. 1870). Students will Immerse themselves in a primeval Adirondack forest as they stroll past Rainbow Falls, Elephant's Head, Hyde's Cave and the eerie quiet of Mystic Gorge. Descend hundreds of feet to walk on natural stone walkways and gaze upon eons of geologic history etched in stone. In addition to 5 miles of unique hiking trails, rafting and tubing float tours available.
supports classroom learning in:
Physical Education, Science.
topics covered:
Geology, earth science, rocks, history, fitness.
contact info
Name: Deborah Hackett
Phone: 518-834-7454
Email: [email protected]
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ABOUT
Ausable Chasm
Otherwise known as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, Ausable Chasm offers groups a wide range of outdoor adventures for students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers. Carved by the Ausable River, the chasm is a vertical-walled canyon made of 500 million year old rock featuring formations such as Elephant's Head, Column Rock, Hyde's Cave, and Jacob's Well. Tour guides lead groups through Ausable Chasm on rock climbing, rafting, rappelling, and tubing excursions. During the winter, groups can take exciting guided or self-guided snowshoe or ice cleat tours. Overnight stays can be accommodated.
contact info
Hrs: Summer 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Fall, Winter, Spring 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
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Scout groups can work on Hiking, Camping, and other badges on day or overnight trips to Ausable Chasm. Come visit Ausable Chasm for an assortment of educational experiences and adventures that scout groups will not find at any other single location in the Adirondacks. Hike, float and/or climb as they go back in time to experience one of the oldest natural attractions in the United States (Est. 1870). Scouts Immerse themselves in a primeval Adirondack forest as they stroll past Rainbow Falls, Elephant's Head, Hyde's Cave and the eerie quiet of Mystic Gorge. Descend hundreds of feet to walk on natural stone walkways and gaze upon eons of geologic history etched in stone. In addition to 5 miles of unique hiking trails, there are rafting and tubing float tours. Camping is also available.
supports scout badges in:
Physical Education, Science
topics covered:
Hiking, camping, rock climbing, rappelling, fitness, geology, rocks, earth science.
contact info
Name: Deborah Hackett
Phone: 518-834-7454
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ausable Chasm
Otherwise known as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, Ausable Chasm offers groups a wide range of outdoor adventures for students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers. Carved by the Ausable River, the chasm is a vertical-walled canyon made of 500 million year old rock featuring formations such as Elephant's Head, Column Rock, Hyde's Cave, and Jacob's Well. Tour guides lead groups through Ausable Chasm on rock climbing, rafting, rappelling, and tubing excursions. During the winter, groups can take exciting guided or self-guided snowshoe or ice cleat tours. Overnight stays can be accommodated.
contact info
Hrs: Summer 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Fall, Winter, Spring 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
FIELD TRIPS
Summer camp groups will have a blast at Ausable Chasm! Come visit Ausable Chasm for an assortment of adventures, that camp groups will not find at any other single location in the Adirondacks. Hike, float and/or climb as campers go back in time as they experience one of the oldest natural attractions in the United States (Est. 1870). They will Immerse themselves in a primeval Adirondack forest as they stroll past Rainbow Falls, Elephant's Head, Hyde's Cave and the eerie quiet of Mystic Gorge. Descend hundreds of feet to walk on natural stone walkways and gaze upon eons of geologic history etched in stone. In addition to 5 miles of unique hiking trails, rafting tours, tube floating tours and camping is also available.
topics covered:
Environmental Studies, Forestry, Group learning, Leadership, History.
contact info
Name: Deborah Hackett
Phone: 518-834-7454
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ausable Chasm
Otherwise known as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, Ausable Chasm offers groups a wide range of outdoor adventures for students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers. Carved by the Ausable River, the chasm is a vertical-walled canyon made of 500 million year old rock featuring formations such as Elephant's Head, Column Rock, Hyde's Cave, and Jacob's Well. Tour guides lead groups through Ausable Chasm on rock climbing, rafting, rappelling, and tubing excursions. During the winter, groups can take exciting guided or self-guided snowshoe or ice cleat tours. Overnight stays can be accommodated.
contact info
Hrs: Summer 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Fall, Winter, Spring 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
FIELD TRIPS
Homeschool groups will enjoy thrilling adventures, they can not find at any other single location in the Adirondacks as at Ausable Chasm. Hike, float and/or climb as homeschool groups will go back in time as they experience one of the oldest natural attractions in the United States (Est. 1870). They will Immerse themselves in a primeval Adirondack forest as they stroll past Rainbow Falls, Elephant's Head, Hyde's Cave and the eerie quiet of Mystic Gorge. Descend hundreds of feet to walk on natural stone walkways and gaze upon eons of geologic history etched in stone. In addition to 5 miles of unique hiking trails, rafting tours, tube floating tours and camping is available.
supports classroom learning in:
Geology, Physical Education
topics covered:
Environmental Studies, Forestry, Group learning, Leadership, History
contact info
Name: Deborah Hackett
Phone: 518-834-7454
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ausable Chasm
Otherwise known as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, Ausable Chasm offers groups a wide range of outdoor adventures for students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers. Carved by the Ausable River, the chasm is a vertical-walled canyon made of 500 million year old rock featuring formations such as Elephant's Head, Column Rock, Hyde's Cave, and Jacob's Well. Tour guides lead groups through Ausable Chasm on rock climbing, rafting, rappelling, and tubing excursions. During the winter, groups can take exciting guided or self-guided snowshoe or ice cleat tours. Overnight stays can be accommodated.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
View Lesson Plan>>FAMILY OUTINGS
Discover a world of unparalleled excitement that awaits your family at Ausable Chasm for an assortment of adventures. Hike, float and/or climb as you go back in time as your family experience one of the oldest natural attractions in the United States (Est. 1870). Immerse yourself in a primeval Adirondack forest as you stroll past Rainbow Falls, Elephant's Head, Hyde's Cave and the eerie quiet of Mystic Gorge. Descend hundreds of feet to walk on natural stone walkways and gaze upon eons of geologic history etched in stone. In addition to 5 miles of unique hiking trails, rafting tours, tubing float tours and camping is available.
topics covered:
Environmental Studies, Forestry, Group learning, Leadership, History
contact info
Name: Deborah Hackett
Phone: 518-834-7454
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ausable Chasm
Otherwise known as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, Ausable Chasm offers families a wide range of outdoor adventures for students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers. Carved by the Ausable River, the chasm is a vertical-walled canyon made of 500 million year old rock featuring formations such as Elephant's Head, Column Rock, Hyde's Cave, and Jacob's Well. Tour guides lead you through Ausable Chasm on rock climbing, rafting, rappelling, and tubing excursions. During the winter, you can take exciting guided or self-guided snowshoe or ice cleat tours.
contact info
Hrs: Summer 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Fall, Winter, Spring 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM