Presented by the FOR-SITE Foundation, in partnership with the National Park Service and the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei brought his works to Alcatraz Island until spring of 2015.
Here’s the Dirt utilizes a student-centered learning approach. Lessons are organized so students can build on the knowledge they have already gained. Each activity, indoors and outside, is based on helping students achieve science education standards.
Pre-visit activities involve students in games and videos that develop an understanding of
The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy welcomes the partnership of business and community leaders who support the vibrancy and accessibility to these parks, uniquely nestled in an urban setting. With over 37 distinct park sites—from Muir Woods to Alcatraz Island to historic Fort Point—corporate partners appreciate being affiliated with some of the Bay Area’s most iconic sites. Join us by volunteering with your team, sponsoring an event, or making a gift. Your support makes all the difference.
If you’re looking for additional activities to use during your CAP visit, check out these kits! They’re a fun way for you to engage with your group, learn about the Presidio, and develop your leadership skills.
Parks are a place of recreation, healing, exploration, education, and wonder. Continue your park adventures even during shelter in place and find your next experience on Park Youth Exchange, where you can find dozens of virtual programming for students, families, and kids of all ages.
