FIELD TRIPS
Students will learn all about the cave on a one-hour, educational underground tour. Prior to descending into the cave, students will view a 13-minute film about cave formations and the history of Crystal Cave. One complimentary ticket for teachers is offered for every 30 paid students. Group rates are available to groups of 15 or more. Visit the website for details.
Additional activities include miniature golf and gemstone panning. Shaded picnic park & facilities, nature trail, historical exhibit, Amish buggy, Native American Totem Poles, and more are included with admission. Don't forget to stop by our Ice-Cream Parlor for a special treat!
supports classroom learning in:
Physical Education, History, Science.
topics covered:
American History, Earth Science, Games, Geology, Hiking, Industry, Natural History, Physical Activity, Sports.
contact info
Phone: 610-683-6765
Email: [email protected]
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ABOUT
Crystal Cave
Visit Crystal Cave—Pennsylvania's greatest natural wonder! Discovered by William Merkel and John Gehret in 1871, the cave features flowstone, stalactites, stalagmites, aragonite crystals, and more. Enjoy a guided cave tour, educational movie presentation, panning for gemstones, souvenir and rock shops, miniature golf, ice cream parlor, historical exhibit, and picnic park all on 150 scenic acres. Miniature golf and the ice cream parlor are open seasonally or by request, weather permitting. Special rates are available for groups.
contact info
Hrs: March-November, Daily 9AM-5PM (Extended summer hours).
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
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FIELD TRIPS
Scouts can work on geology badges at Crystal Cave during a one-hour educational, underground tour. Prior to descending into the cave, they’ll learn about cave formations and the history of Crystal Cave with an educational video. One complimentary ticket for group leaders is offered for every 30 paid scouts. Group rates are available to groups of 12 or more. Visit the website for details.
Scouts can also enjoy gem panning, hiking, mini golf, and other activities. Have lunch with your scouts in the picnic area or drop by the ice cream parlor (open seasonally or by request) for a treat after your field trip.
supports scout badges in:
Physical Education, History, Science.
topics covered:
American History, Earth Science, Games, Geology, Hiking, Industry, Natural History, Physical Activity, Sports.
contact info
Phone: 610-683-6765
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Crystal Cave
Visit Crystal Cave—Pennsylvania's greatest natural wonder! Discovered by William Merkel and John Gehret in 1871, the cave features flowstone, stalactites, stalagmites, aragonite crystals, and more. Enjoy a guided cave tour, educational movie presentation, panning for gemstones, souvenir and rock shops, miniature golf, ice cream parlor, historical exhibit, and picnic park all on 150 scenic acres. Miniature golf and the ice cream parlor are open seasonally or by request, weather permitting. Special rates are available for groups.
contact info
Hrs: March-November, Daily 9AM-5PM (Extended summer hours).
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
View Lesson Plan>>
FIELD TRIPS
Camp groups will learn all about Crystal Cave during the one-hour tour, which includes a film about the formation of caves and the history of Crystal Cave. Campers can also enjoy panning for gems and fossils in Crystal Cave’s sluice. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance. One complimentary ticket for camp leaders is offered for every 30 paid campers. Group rates are available to groups of 15 or more. Visit the website for details.
Don't forget to stop by our Ice-Cream Parlor for a special treat!
topics covered:
American History, Earth Science, Games, Geology, Hiking, Industry, Natural History, Physical Activity, Sports.
contact info
Phone: 610-683-6765
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Crystal Cave
Visit Crystal Cave—Pennsylvania's greatest natural wonder! Discovered by William Merkel and John Gehret in 1871, the cave features flowstone, stalactites, stalagmites, aragonite crystals, and more. Enjoy a guided cave tour, educational movie presentation, panning for gemstones, souvenir and rock shops, miniature golf, ice cream parlor, historical exhibit, and picnic park all on 150 scenic acres. Miniature golf and the ice cream parlor are open seasonally or by request, weather permitting. Special rates are available for groups.
contact info
Hrs: March-November, Daily 9AM-5PM (Extended summer hours).
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
View Lesson Plan>>
FIELD TRIPS
Homeschoolers will learn all about the cave on a one-hour educational, underground tour. Prior to descending into the cave, they’ll view a 13-minute film about cave formation and the history of Crystal Cave. One complimentary ticket for homeschool educators is offered for every 30 paid students. Group rates are available to groups of 15 or more. Visit the website for details.
Additional activities include miniature golf and gemstone panning. Shaded picnic park & facilities, nature trail, historical exhibit, Amish buggy, authentic Indian Totem Poles, and more are included with admission. Don't forget to stop by our Ice-Cream Parlor for a special treat!
supports classroom learning in:
Physical Education, History, Science.
topics covered:
American History, Earth Science, Games, Geology, Hiking, Industry, Natural History, Physical Activity, Sports.
contact info
Phone: 610-683-6765
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Crystal Cave
Visit Crystal Cave—Pennsylvania's greatest natural wonder! Discovered by William Merkel and John Gehret in 1871, the cave features flowstone, stalactites, stalagmites, aragonite crystals, and more. Enjoy a guided cave tour, educational movie presentation, panning for gemstones, souvenir and rock shops, miniature golf, ice cream parlor, historical exhibit, and picnic park all on 150 scenic acres. Miniature golf and the ice cream parlor are open seasonally or by request, weather permitting. Special rates are available for groups.
contact info
Hrs: March-November, Daily 9AM-5PM (Extended summer hours).
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
View Lesson Plan>>
FAMILY OUTINGS
Families can take a one-hour tour of Crystal Cave. Courteous guides will lead you 125 feet underground while displaying and explaining all that nature has created. The tour includes a movie in the Crystal Cave Theater and presents the history of Pennsylvania's first show cave and the geology of caves. Have even more fun together—additional attractions include the hiking trail, picnic park, gemstone panning, an 18-hole miniature golf course, Dutch café & ice cream parlor, and the souvenir and rock & mineral shop.
topics covered:
American History, Earth Science, Games, Geology, Hiking, Industry, Natural History, Physical Activity, Sports.
contact info
Phone: 610-683-6765
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Crystal Cave
Visit Crystal Cave—Pennsylvania's greatest natural wonder! Discovered by William Merkel and John Gehret in 1871, the cave features flowstone, stalactites, stalagmites, aragonite crystals, and more. Enjoy a guided cave tour, educational movie presentation, panning for gemstones, souvenir and rock shops, miniature golf, ice cream parlor, historical exhibit, and picnic park all on 150 scenic acres. Miniature golf and the ice cream parlor are open seasonally or by request, weather permitting. Special rates are available for groups.
contact info
Hrs: March-November, Daily 9AM-5PM (Extended summer hours).
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
View Lesson Plan>>