DESTINATIONS

School

Groups will learn the geological history and be challenged to use their imagination. Knowledgeable and well trained guides are ready to answer any question. Group rates also apply to the Miniature Train and Mirror Maze.

topics covered:
Natural History, Geology, Hiking.

contact info
Phone: 540-635-4545
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: 20 min. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1 hour. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

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Skyline Caverns

Located in Front Royal, Virginia, Skyline Caverns is the closest natural wonder to the Nation's Capital. It’s one of the only places on Earth where rare Anthodites are displayed.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

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?

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Scouts

Groups will learn the geological history and be challenged to use their imagination. Knowledgeable and well trained guides are ready to answer any question. Group rates also apply to the Miniature Train and Mirror Maze.

supports scout badges in:
Science, Social Studies.

topics covered:
Natural History, Geology, Hiking.

contact info
Phone: 540-635-4545
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: 20 min. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1 hour. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

Skyline Caverns

Located in Front Royal, Virginia, Skyline Caverns is the closest natural wonder to the Nation's Capital. It’s one of the only places on Earth where rare Anthodites are displayed.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

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?

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Camp

Groups will learn the geological history and be challenged to use their imagination. Knowledgeable and well trained guides are ready to answer any question. Group rates also apply to the Miniature Train and Mirror Maze.

topics covered:
Natural History, Geology, Hiking.

contact info
Phone: 540-635-4545
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: 20 min. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1 hour. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

Skyline Caverns

Located in Front Royal, Virginia, Skyline Caverns is the closest natural wonder to the Nation's Capital. It’s one of the only places on Earth where rare Anthodites are displayed.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

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?

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Homeschool

Groups will learn the geological history and be challenged to use their imagination. Knowledgeable and well trained guides are ready to answer any question. Group rates also apply to the Miniature Train and Mirror Maze.

supports classroom learning in:
Science, Social Studies.

topics covered:
Natural History, Geology, Hiking.

contact info
Phone: 540-635-4545
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College Group Size: 20 min. Program Type: Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1 hour. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: No.

ABOUT

Skyline Caverns

Located in Front Royal, Virginia, Skyline Caverns is the closest natural wonder to the Nation's Capital. It’s one of the only places on Earth where rare Anthodites are displayed.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

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>>