MALHEUR FIELD STATION

2010 Exploritas Programs

The programs offered by Elderhostel, Inc. have a new name: Exploritas! Elderhostel programs have been offered at the Malheur Field Station for over twenty years. We specialize in intense customized field-oriented courses with strong educational emphasis and value. These programs are offered to participants 55+ years of age.

2010 Exploritas Programs (pdf)

2009 Elderhostel Programs

• Ornithology in Marsh, Mountain and High Desert (May 28 - June 3, 2009)
• Blooms, Butterflies and Birds of Malheur and Great Basin Country (June 22 - 28, 2009)
• The Captivating Landscape of South Eastern Oregon: Discovery and Interpretation (September 17 - 23, 2009)

Workshops

Our workshops are designed for the curious and passionate student. They are based around two intense full days in the field and are of various subjects. They offer great educational value, taught by highly qualified instructors, and are open to all experience levels.

2010 Workshops (pdf)

Educational short courses for 2009 included the following subjects: Birding, Flora, Butterflies, Geology, Quilting, Music, and Painting!

Naturalist Services

The Malheur Field Station offers this unique service of customized educational On-site presentations or Off-site outings for groups of various size and ages. Specialties include birds (from beginning Bird watching to advanced Avian Biology), wildlife, regional geology, local flora, and field sketching/wildlife illustration. Additional subjects can be provided. Contact MFS for further options and to schedule this service for your upcoming visit.

Accredited Courses

Our courses, accredited through Pacific University, are intense field-oriented, 2-3 week long classes. They are held during summer session. Currently there are no scheduled classes (Jan.2009)