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A National Park Service Ranger leads a large group of smiling children in an interactive story
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Connecting students with history, culture, and the natural environment.
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2017 Summer Camp Scholarship Information Thank you for your interest in Crissy Field Center Summer Camp . For generations, summer programs have served as a source of support, learning, and enrichment for youth. However, it has been difficult for children from low-income families to take advantage of such opportunities. Summer...
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“As a parent I am very happy John was able to participate in the Presidio Trekkers program. I greatly value outdoor education, and felt this program helped my child become more appreciative of parks, both local and national. John said his favorite thing about camp was ‘going to somewhere new...
Juan Burciaga, parent of John, age 8, a participant in Presidio Trekkers
Water Collection at Crissy Field Center 2013
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By students from Galileo Academy of Science and Technology

Students in Project WISE from Galileo Academy of Science and Technology explain how the Center uses rain runoff for flushing bathroom fixtures instead of city water.
Solar Water Heating at Crissy Field Center 2013
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By students from Galileo Academy of Science and Technology

Students in Project WISE from Galileo Academy of Science and Technology explain how the Center heats water without burning gases.
Solar Power at Crissy Field Center 2013
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By students from Galileo Academy of Science and Technology

Students at Crissy Field Center take a look at how solar power is used at the Center.
Electricity Consumption at the Crissy Field Center 2013
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By students from Galileo Academy of Science and Technology

Where does the energy at Crissy Field Center come from? Students in Project WISE from Galileo Academy of Science and Technology take a look at how the Center gets its energy while discussing tips for reducing energy consumption.
Crissy Field Center
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The Crissy Field Center is a showcase of environmentally-savvy design. The 7,500-square-foot interim building is LEED Platinum certified, with features like maximized natural lighting and recycled construction materials. The Parks Conservancy, National Park Service, and Presidio trust partnered with Project FROG to create the building in less than 6 months,...
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I love UTB because it’s not like any regular program or job. When I come to UTB I feel like I’m coming to a second home. I know when I come to UTB I won’t be judged and I will always feel welcomed. Last summer UTB taught me how to...
Chastity DeCuire, 2nd year UTB intern
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That summer was one of the best summers ever. I had the opportunity to lead activities and do lesson plans on what I thought was important.
Laura Alvarez, Middle School Instructor