Oregon Coast Education Program

Field Trip Resources

This page contains links and ideas for field experiences endorsed by the Oregon Coast Education Program. Whether you take your students on a far away trip to the coast or head to a field site right outside your classroom door, be sure you have mapped out your goals and educational objectives for the experience.

Ideas for field experiences near and far...

Click here to get some great ideas for field experiences in places that range from your school yard to the beach.

OCEP Partners

The institutions that support OCEP are committed to providing watershed and coastal environmental education in Oregon. Many also provide educational programs for students and can help you as you plan your field experience: OCEP Partners.

Oregon Coast STEM Hub Field Site Resources

The Oregon Coast STEM Hub covers the entire Oregon coast region, and their website contains an extensive guide to coastal locations where educators can bring students to engage in STEM learning activities. Sites include museums, natural areas, fish hatcheries, and industries that offer tours.  Visit the Oregon Coast STEM Hub Field Sites page

Additional Resources

Click here to learn about coastal access points, Oregon Coast Quests, and area parks to visit in coastal towns and counties ripe for exploration.

Funds for Field Experiences

Strapped for funding? Click here to learn about opportunities to acquire funding for your field experiences from OCEP or from other organizations.