Outdoor Education

Field Trips and More

We understand that you want the best educational opportunities for your students — ones that will have a lasting impact. That’s why we partner with schools to reach their students with an outdoor educational experience that’s far beyond the ordinary classroom setting!

Our outdoor education classes and activities provide an interactive science field trip experience. Our courses are customized to meet your time and budget constraints. Black Rock’s outdoor education program can be a 2-3 day (overnight) school retreat or even just a half-day or 1-day long field trip.

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Learning Starts with You

Whether you’re from a public school, private school, or Christian school, your students will get hands-on with nature and never be the same! High school and middle school students love coming to Black Rock for a school field trip because they get to learn outside in a very hands-on way. We even have special preschool and elementary school field trip activities.

More than just a science field trip in Lancaster County, students will never forget their time learning about the outdoors in beautiful Pennsylvania woodlands at the outdoor education center at Black Rock!

“Black Rock is amazing! The kids will have these memories to carry with them on their journey in life.”

Administrator from Maryland

“Outdoor Education Administration is very well organized and professional. Great reminders and easily accessible for questions. I felt well taken care of.”

Teacher from Belleville, Pennsylvania

“The classes were fun and engaging and my students enjoyed the hands on learning. I appreciated that each type of learner was addressed in each lesson.”

Teacher from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

“I can’t be happier. The leader booklet and online forms were user friendly. I can’t say enough about how wonderful the staff has been. They connected with my students, encouraged them and made this both a fun trip and an opportunity to grow. Thank you!”

Teacher from Pennsylvania

What Outdoor Education opportunities do we offer?

Our outdoor education field trips and retreats are designed with your school in mind. We provide a variety of interactive outdoor classes and activities that make use of our 100 acres of PA woodlands. Students from all backgrounds and learning styles will discover an experience full of adventure and excitement. They’ll learn through experiencing the outdoors and through the interactive 3-D science display at our nature center! We’ve got a “digital sandbox” where students will gain first-hand experience with the science of topography. They’ll also see how watersheds work in this unique interactive display.

Who do we serve?

The Outdoor Education program at Black Rock serves the following with outdoor education courses and activities designed specifically to meet the needs of your students.

We’re conveniently located in Lancaster County, PA, just a short drive from Philadelphia, Baltimore, New Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware (see driving directions here).

We also have courses for teachers.

Call (717) 529-3232 or contact us.