There is no greater gift of knowledge than passing on a better understanding of the natural world in which we live.

In a culture that is remiss in its duties to train students in natural science, environmental education is paramount to our survival as a species.

Within increasing global climate shifts, a basic understanding of how the natural world works is more critical now than ever before.

EMC believes in direct, experiential learning that allows students to develop and apply critical skills thinking to challenge environmental problems.

Whether it’s calculating snowpack run-off, monitoring streams for biological health, or sampling wildlife populations, Dr. Rick Van de Poll has provided time tested field leadership among students of all ages.