2021 SUMMER CATALOG Inspiring a Love for the Outdoors Since 1994 - Montana Outdoor Science School
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2 0 2 1 S U M M E R C ATA L O G
Inspiring a Love for
the Outdoors Since 1994.
SCHOLARSHIPS
AVAILABLE! LOOK FOR
BRAND-NEW
MOSS CAMPS!
T-SHIRT
WITH EVERY
REGISTRATION!
REGISTRATION MOSS STAFF
Programs fill QUICKLY. Register at www. Your child will be well cared for by our
outdoorscience.org/summer-programs. experienced, knowledgeable, and
Look for the orange “register now” button. dedicated staff. Our instructors have
Immediately following registration, you will extensive experience in science
receive a confirmation email from Active. One to and environmental education.
two weeks prior to the camp, you will receive an All staff members are certified
" My son comes home
Welcome beaming, telling me all about the kids
email with additional information from the
Program Director, Britney Gitch. Please review
in First-Aid and CPR, and many
are certified Wilderness First Responders.
to Our and teachers. During the pandemic the gear list located on our Summer Programs Each instructor goes through an extensive staff
2021 Summer it is one of the few times in week he can just page. Contact Britney with any questions at training including sessions on risk management,
Programs! be a kid, outside, engaging his curiosity.”
- A Family
bgitch@outdoorscience.org or (406) 582-0526. COVID-19 protocols, science concepts, teaching
strategies, and much more.
COVID-19 MOS S PROGR A M
At MOSS, we are dedicated to the safety of our SCHOLARSHIPS GR A DE L E VE L S
S ince 1994, Montana Outdoor Science School has provided children with the opportunity to
learn outdoors in a spirit of adventure that stimulates their natural curiosity. Our much-loved, week-
long programs focus on a variety of outdoor topics, which include insects, fossils, nature photography, and
staff, students, and community. Since the beginning
of the pandemic, our staff has worked
Donations to our scholarship fund allow us
to financially assist some families wishing
K IN DE RGA RT E N
Students entering
tirelessly with other organizations to attend MOSS programs. All scholarship Kindergarten in Fall 2021
more. Each program offers: A glimpse of community as well as the health department applicants are kept confidential. Only the
A different natural science topic scientists we partner with to implement and modify our Program Director knows which campers G RA DE S 1 - 2
Completely outdoor-based activities for our camps! COVID protocols as the situation receive scholarships. Please visit www.
Students entering
1st or 2nd grade in Fall 2021
Daily nature hikes evolves. We have learned a great outdoorscience.org/scholarships to
• Montana Raptor Conservation Center
Interaction with scientists from our local community deal by running outdoor, in-person apply. For questions, call or email G RA DE S 3 - 5
• Museum of the Rockies
Highly qualified and enthusiastic instructors Students entering
• AMB West Philanthropies programs during the pandemic and Britney, the Program Director.
3rd, 4th, or 5th grade in Fall 2021
• Yellowstone National Park are confident in our practices to All applications should be
We look forward to another exciting summer full of learning
• Montana State University keep everyone safe. Before received by April 5, 2021. G RA DE S 6 - 8
and adventures in our beautiful Montana home. Be sure to sign up early as courses fill quickly. registering for programs, Students entering
• Gallatin Local Water Quality District 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in Fall 2021
please thoroughly review LOCATION
Please contact us with any questions! • Gallatin Valley Farm to School
our COVID-19 protocols This year, MOSS Summer B RID G E R
• Northwestern Energy
Britney Gitch Molly Ward Jess Haas • Bozeman Fish Technology Center found on our Summer Camps will meet at two BAC K PAC K
Program Director Education Director Executive Director Programs page. locations! Kindergarten, 3-5, Students entering
• Yellowstone Fly Fishing School
bgitch@outdoorscience.org mward@outdoorscience.org jhaas@outdoorscience.org 7th, 8th, or 9th grade in Fall 2021
"I was
super impressed KINDERGARTEN
with the thoughtfulness Students entering Kindergarten in Fall 2021
that went into this summer... Tuesday – Thursday; 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
tough circumstances with
thoughtful execution."
- A Family WILD THINGS PONDS, POOLS, PUDDLES
What is a falcon’s favorite food? How does a Explore local ponds, pools, and puddles in search
snake grow? Do fish need air? We’ll investigate of mysterious critters! Pocket microscopes,
the wild world of living creatures in this fun and magnifying glasses, and specimen jars help make
engaging three-day course for Kindergarteners! this youthful science class a blast
June 15 – 17 & July 13 – 15 • $180 and a MOSS favorite!
July 6 – 8 & August 10 – 12 • $180
"We love your mission
and the outdoor nature of the lessons
ICKY, GOOEY,
is second to none.”
OOEY MOUNTAINS
- A Family
and 6-8 will meet near the MOSS office on the are awarded in such cases and the student may Dive into the yucky AND STREAMS
grounds of the US Fish and Wildlife Service. We be precluded from participating in future MOSS NEW side of nature! Discover Swoosh, burble, gargle, and splash!
are located near the Fish Technology Center and programs. CAMP! what makes the best Discover firsthand where water comes from and
Drinking Horse Trail, just below the “M” on Bridger pond scum, investigate poop from different how its power shapes our landscape. A fun, hands-on
Canyon Road. The 1-2 grade group will meet at CANCELLATIONS animals, and plan to get your hands (and feet) learning experience with visits to the ponds and
Story Mill Community Park on the East side in Cancellations made up to 15 days prior to the dirty in some sloppy soil! streams around Drinking Horse.
the dog park parking lot. Don’t forget to follow the program start date will be refunded, minus a $4.95 June 22 – 24 & August 24 – 26 • $180 July 20 – 22 & August 17 – 19 • $180
drop off and pick up instructions found in your Active registration fee. Cancellations made 14
confirmation email. days or fewer before the program start date will HABITAT HUNTERS BUGGIN’ OUT
not be refunded. No refunds can be issued for House, tree, cave, hive—what do these plac- Dig deep to discover the special role
PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS no-shows once a program has started. If MOSS es have in common? Explore what a habitat little critters play in our ecosystem!
On the first day of a MOSS Summer Program, cancels a program due to not meeting minimum is and how animals in Montana rely on local Find out how earthworms help grow
instructors lead students in understanding enrollment or other unavoidable situations, habitats to provide food and protection. This is the gardens, look up to spy butterflies hard at work,
expectations for safety and respect. If a student’s refunds will be made. Many of our camps have perfect introduction for young people to begin to and keep an eye on those bumble bees to find out
behavior presents a concern for their safety or the waitlists so last-minute cancellations keep other think about the natural world around them. what their sweet task is!
safety and enjoyment of others, they may be removed kids from enjoying the outdoor experience. Thank June 29 – July 1 & August 3 – 5 • $180 July 27 – 29 • $180
from all or part of activities, or permanently removed you for your understanding.
from the program. Unfortunately, no refunds
GRADES 1-2
Students entering 1st or 2nd grade in Fall 2021
Monday – Friday; 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
BUILDING BONANZA bees—find out how they survive with skeletons on
Ever wonder how a beaver builds its dam or how the outside of their bodies.
a termite crafts its mound? Investigate natural June 21 – 25 • $310
engineers and mimic their techniques as we use
the naked eye. A favorite class during hot weather! own fossils to preserve this exciting week for
inspirations from nature. This is perfect for budding
July 5 – 9 & August 23 – 27 • $310 years to come!
engineers and architects!
July 19 – 23 & August 16 – 20 • $310
June 14 – 18 & July 26 – 30 • $310
MONTANIMALS
MORE THAN Mountain LIONS, TIGER STINKY, SLIMY
A BUG’S LIFE Salamanders, and Grizzly SCIENCE!
NEW
Search high and low for NATURE MAKERS BEARS! OH, MY! Unique
CAMP!
Become a scatologist (a poop
The wonders of nature hold unlimited opportunities creatures large and small roam our backyards and scientist), investigate slimy pond
invertebrates while discovering
for inspiration. Each day features multiple projects leave traces as they go. Why do these animals call scum, and put your detective hat
the challenges of living a life
using natural materials. For example, hiking to Montana home? Put your detective skills to work on while dissecting an owl pellet! This new camp
without a spine! Fluttering
excavate natural clay deposits and using it to while searching for information about your favorite will have your kiddo learning all about the icky
butterflies, armored crickets,
make a masterpiece. This is a great introduction Montana animals. Focus on side of nature (an extra set of
hairy spiders, or dancing honey
to natural materials and “sustainable creativity” tracks, scat, skulls, pelts, and clothes will be advised)!
practiced outdoors. all things Montanimals! August 2 – 6 • $310
June 28 – July 2 • $310 July 12 – 16
& August 9 – 13 • $310
SPLASH BASH!
Prepare to get wet as we experiment with the water FOSSIL FANATICS "MOSS has been a lifeline for my son
cycle by exploring wild streams, wetlands, and Piece together a story as old as during the pandemic. He comes home so energized.
ponds. Search for and examine the unique plants time! Uncover fossils, discover It has made online school tolerable for him. "
how they formed, explore your
"Your policies seemed the and critters that call these soggy habitats home. - A Family
Magnifying glasses help uncover things unseen by surroundings to find clues
smartest/best for Covid and our kid
from the past, and create your
likes your teachers the best."
- A Family
GRADES 3-5 munch on, and what characteristics help both prey
Students entering 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade in Fall 2021
and predators survive!
Monday – Friday; 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
July 12 - 16 & August 9 - 13 • $310
ENGINEERING INSIDE THE FIRE ROCK JOCKS
IN NATURE NEW Did you know that one of the I’m going to change the Rock Jocks description to:
Did you know that beavers have CAMP!
New!
first plants to grow back after Rock hounds, unite! Search for all types of unique
built a dam twice the width of the a fire is moss? Investigate the rocks, identify mineral specimens,
Hoover Dam? Or, that the second aftermath of the 2020 Bridger and investigate fossils found all around
largest beaver dam is in Three Foothills wildfire by hiking through the recently Montana! Voted “Kids’ Favorite” for
Forks? Engineers find inspiration burnt environment. Learn about fire-dependent 26 years!
in nature every day! Investigate trees, the history of controlled burns, and the July 19 - 23 & August 16 - 20 • $310
natural systems and hypothesize why they exist. ecological impacts of wildfires!
Let nature inspire your experiments! June 28 - July 2 & August 2 - 6 • $310 FINS AND FLIES
June 14 - 18 & July 26 - 30 • $310 What is a stonefly? When does it hatch,
AQUA ADVENTURES how can you identify it and its cousins,
PROJECT What is so strong it moves mountains, and who might eat it for dinner? Examine
POLLINATOR dissolves metal, shatters boulders, and the relationship between insects and fish,
Get all of the important buzz supports life? Water, of course! Dive into dissect a trout to understand its
in this camp while learning the secrets and science behind H2O, physiology, and gain practical knowledge
about the vital role of pollinators and prepare to get your feet wet as we and experience about one of Montana’s
in our environment! Discover explore our local watersheds. favorite pastimes—fly-fishing!
how bees, bats, and beetles July 5 - 9 & August 23 - 27 • $310 August 2 - 6 & August 23 - 27 • $350
(Includes ½ day of fly-fishing instruction.
support an ecosystem all of the way "My kid has been attending
from food production to soil erosion. POWERFUL Camp will meet in Livingston
MOSS's outdoor science camp
Take nature hikes through beautiful fields of PREDATORS on August 6th and August 27th)
and he LOVES, LOVES, LOVES it.
flowers to identify pollinators’ Chop, bite, or chew—what are those sharp teeth We couldn't be more pleased with how much fun they
favorite plants! used for? Determine which local species are pred- made it for him while also following strict physical
“As a bonus, my six-year-old son June 21 - 25 • $310 ators and investigate their prey. Learn how wolves distancing and masking protocols.”
is bringing me specimens on the river bank communicate with each other, what grizzly bears - A Family
exclaiming, "Look Mama, a stonefly exoskeleton!”
- A Family
GRADES 6-8 LOST IN MONTANA FIRE ECOLOGY
Students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in Fall 2021 NEW
Monday – Friday; 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Could you survive being lost in the wild? Combine CAMP! Explore the results of the 2020
your survival skills and naturalist knowledge by wildfire in the Bridger Mountains.
observing and analyzing in-depth science concepts Learn the ecological effects of fire on
DRAWING NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY in nature while spending two nights at the MOSS the living and non-living environment.
FROM NATURE Join us for our first overnight photography class! campus! Learn the vital interactions between flora Determine what species are fire-dependent as
Local artist and award- Take photos of the sunset and sunrise from the and fauna and how a human presence well as the advantages and disadvantages of
winning children’s book “M” and Drinking Horse Trail, and get cool shots impacts these relationships. wildlife in our ecosystem!
illustrator, Robert Rath, along of the night sky! Photography is a magical tool July 12 – 16 & August 9 – 13 • $470 July 26 – 30 & August 16 – 20 • $450
with a MOSS instructor, for telling stories and inspiring us to take a closer (Includes Wednesday & Thursday’s overnight)
(Includes Thursday’s overnight)
*Due to COVID-19, students will not share tents.
will inspire students to look at our natural world. Along with a MOSS *Due to COVID-19, students will not share tents.
transform their observation of instructor, artist and designer Robert Rath will
"The weekly themes our beautiful flora and fauna into drawings guide you through digital photography fundamentals
are really interesting and sketches. Students will have sharper to not only capture the beauty of our local natural
and I love the structured concentration and observation abilities, develop world but communicate environmental themes
learning environment artistic goals, and learn to take inspiration from through your images.
in a fun way." nature. Any level of artistic ability is welcome, Masters Program: For students who have taken
- A Family but enthusiasm is a must! Nature Photography in the past, this program can be
Masters Program: For students who have individualized with the group to allow you to dive
taken Drawing From Nature deeper within the class to explore
in the past, this program photographic concepts, techniques,
challenges your skills within and image editing in a more rigorous
the class to discover more way. Please contact MOSS if you
artistic concepts, tools, and have any questions.
techniques in a more rigorous June 21 – 25 "We were SO impressed
way. Please contact MOSS if & July 26 – 30 • $450 by MOSS camp. I can see why it has such
you have any questions. (Includes the use of a Canon DSLR camera and
a great reputation. We highly recommend it
July 19 – 23 • $410 Thursday’s overnight. To maintain teaching and will definitely do it again."
(Includes art supplies and sketchbook) consistency, students are required to use the
cameras provided and not use any personal
- A Family
equipment.)
*Due to COVID-19, students will not share tents.
GRADES 7-9
Students entering 7th, 8th,
or 9th grade in Fall 2021
Monday - Friday
BRIDGER BACKPACKING
Hoist your backpack for five days and four nights as we explore
LIVINGSTON
the rugged and awe-inspiring scenery of the Bridger Mountain
Range! Cook backcountry meals, scout the perfect tent spot,
spy on mountain goats, and share tales of the trail with your
adventure buddies. Like many great adventures, these trips are
more than the destination; learn to become a skilled naturalist
while also acquiring useful backcountry knowledge. Join us for two weeks of camp in Livingston! Thanks to our partnership
"MOSS is the first camp August 2 – 6 • $610 with Livingston Parks and Recreation, we will base out of Sacajawea Park
he wanted to keep going back to." (Includes backpacks, food, guides, tents, and instruction)
- A Family Grades 1-5
Note on COVID-19: Due to COVID-19, each student/family Students entering 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade in Fall 2021
will be assigned their own tent. Additional food drops will be Monday – Friday; 9 am – 3:30 pm
made to ensure appropriate backpack loads and safer food
FANTASTIC FAUNA WILD
BRIDGER BACKPACK SERIES handling.
Note on Instructors: Our instructors are highly qualified
What kinds of signs do creatures WATERSHEDS
leave behind? Become a detective What shapes the land, provides
with Wilderness First Responder certifications and extensive
as we explore the life homes for special creatures,
experience in the backcountry. The instructors
FAMILY the unique lands through which you travel! More
are prepared to keep students secure during
cycles and habitats and is necessary for most living
NEW BACKPACKING than simply a backcountry adventure, your of local Montana things? Water! Come get your
inclement weather conditions including rain,
CAMP! EXPEDITION MOSS guides infuse these trips with animals! Investigate feet wet as we explore the
thunderstorms, and heat.
Looking to become a naturalist observations, essential the tracks, scat, amazing properties of water and
backcountry family but scientific knowledge, and teachable skulls, and pelts to the special ecosystems H2O
not sure how? Join us for our first family moments. For All Hikes understand unique supports. Visit local watersheds
• Investigate local • Practice Leave
backpacking expedition and enjoy the We welcome all levels of medicinal plants No Trace animal adaptations to discover the science behind
wonderful display of 4th of July fire- backpackers on our trips! The Family • Find fossils from • Hone in on and how they survive your favorite rivers, creeks, and
works from up high! Along with two MOSS Expedition will hike no more than 5 miles each ancient sea beds backcountry skills the warm summers streams!
day with no more than 1,000ft of elevation gain. • Record wildlife • Gain leadership and chilly winters! July 26 - 30 • $180
instructors, you and your young backpacker(s) observation data experience
will master map and compass skills, Leave No Trace, July 3 – 5 • $325 per person June 14 - 18 • $180
• Learn map and • Learn backcountry
meal preparation, and more all while learning about (Includes backpacks, food, guides, tents, and instruction) compass skills meal preparation
Partnering with
Livingston Parks and Recreation!
2021 SUMMER CALENDAR Indicates
2 Sessions of camp! MOSS
KINDER 1–2 3–5 6–8 LIVINGSTON
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
June 14 – 18 Wild Things Building Bonanza Engineering Fantastic Fauna Science in Residency and Field Day Programs
(June 15 - 17) in Nature (Grades 1 - 5) Looking for hands-on science lessons with outdoor investigations at your
school? Let MOSS come to you and teach exciting units aligned with
June 21 – 25 Icky, Gooey, Ooey More Than Project Nature Montana Science Standards and Next Generation Science Standards!
(June 22 - 24) a Bug's Life Pollinator Photography
School’s Out PIR Days
June 28 – July 2 Habitat Hunters Nature Makers Inside Fire Ecology Keep the learning up, even when school’s out! MOSS offers science-based
(June 29 - July 1) the Fire
camps held during PIR days throughout the school year!
July 5 – 9
Ponds, Pools, Puddles
(July 6 - 8)
Splash Bash! Aqua
Adventures
Bridger Family Backpack
Grades 7-9 (July 3-5)
GLVT
DISCOVERY WALKS
July 12 – 16 Wild Things Montanimals Powerful Lost in
(July 13 - 15) Predators Montana
In partnership with Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT), MOSS offers nature hikes
from May to June. Be on the lookout for further details!
July 19 – 23 Mountains and Streams Fossil Fanatics Rock Drawing
(July 20 - 22) Jocks From Nature
May 10: Trail Tracking
July 26 – 30 Buggin' Out Building Bonanza Engineering Nature Wild Watersheds May 14: Adaptation Nation
(July 27 - 29) in Nature Photography (Grades 1-5) May 17: Birding Basics
May 21: Hiking Essentials
May 24: Habitat Hunters
Aug. 2 – 6 Habitat Hunters Stinky, Slimy Fins and Flies / Bridger Backpacking
(Aug 3- 5) Science! Inside the Fire Grades 7-9 May 28: Rock Hounds
June 11: Summer Survival
Aug. 9 – 13 Ponds, Pools, Puddles Montanimals Powerful Lost in June 14: Amphibious Adventure
(Aug 10 - 12) Predators Montana June 18: Buggin’ Out
June 21: Wonderful Water
Aug. 16 – 20 Mountains and Streams Fossil Fanatics Rock Jocks Fire Ecology June 25: Macro Mayhem
(Aug 17 - 19)
Aug. 23 – 27 Icky, Gooey, Ooey Splash Bash! Aqua Adventures /
(August 24 - 26) Fins and Flies
REGISTER AT WWW.OUTDOORSCIENCE.ORG
Contact Program Director Britney Gitch with any questions at: bgitch@outdoorscience.org or 406-582-0526
PO B OX 502
B OZE MA N, MT 59 771
40 6 -5 8 2 -0 5 2 6
WWW.OUT D OORS C I E NCE .ORG
MOSS is permitted by
the Bozeman Ranger District
to operate in the
Custer-Gallatin National
Forest.
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