Field trips are useful learning experiences if planned properly. Every area offers some places where meaningful learning can take place. (PS)

Describes a summer school in which students study one subject, in this instance Geology I, full time over weeks, including a three day continuous field training excursion. (AN)

Author participated in several trips taken by classes in America and is enthusiastic about the technique, giving suggestions to classroom teachers in India

This career unit relates school subjects to work. (JS)

Article describes an archaeological dig conducted by a group of elementary school students in Milford, Massachusetts. It gave the students a look at the past and a link with the citizens of Milford in yesteryear. (Author/ML)

Points out places of interest, historical landmarks, natural wonders, or phenomenon that can be found on a cross country trip through the United States. (RB)

Although this article points out to an English audience the increased opportunity for British schoolchildren to improve their language skills on the Continent, it includes pointers for all foreign language teachers who can introduce their students to the culture of country under study. (PD)

Preparing students for a trip to a symphony concert should include a discussion of the traditions and customs of the symphony, information about the music that will be heard, a description of the physical environment in which the concert will take place, and a discussion of appropriate audience behavior. (RM)

Describes early spring night field trips by two naturalists and ten adults, armed with cameras and flashlights, in search of Spotted Salamanders performing ritual mating dances. Although dancing salamanders proved elusive, their habits and those of other pond life were examined and Spring American Woodcock nuptial flights were observed. (NEC)

Gives guidelines to the classroom teacher for collaborating with museum educators in planning and conducting an effective museum field trip. (SJL)

A backpacking course designed for the novice hiker teaches meal planning and preparation and safety and health tips, and then puts the knowledge to work on several backpacking/hiking trips. (CJ)