The UGES Extreme Science Team has returned from a phenomenal week where they visited Monterey, California from January 28-February 2. Students had an experience of a lifetime as they participated in marine and coastal studies, learned about wildlife and conservation and were involved in other fun activities such as kayaking and hiking. A special "thank you" to the advisors Mrs. Marshall and Mr. Topercer as well as Union Grove High School student leaders Max R. and Lexi M. for leading our Extreme Science Team the entire week.
Congratulations to the following students who were selected through a rigorous application process this past fall and who eventually became a part of the 2023-24 UGES Extreme Science Team: 6th Grade - Ella R., Jax E., Annabel G., Rylee K., 7th Grade - Aubrey B., Lila E., Ada S., Aubrey B., Lauren S., Sophia S., Avery W., 8th Grade - Addisyn H., Brooklyn K., Piper L., Easton M., and Bailey R.
Check out some of the pictures and highlights of the trip:
1.) Elkhorn Slough Reserve hike and macroinvertebrate studies
2.) Tidepool studies
3.) Hiking at Point Lobos State Park
4.) Kayaking in Monterey Bay
5.) Exploring the Monterey Bay Aquarium
6.) Observing Elephant Seals and hiking at Ano Nuevo State Park
7.) Elkhorn Slough Safari observing Sea Otters, Seals, Birds and other wildlife
8.) Observing Monarch Butterflies at the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
9.) Hiking through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
6th-8th grade students who are interested in being a part of the Extreme Science Team for next year can be considered this coming fall when the 2024-2025 application process details are announced.
