Photography by Mike Buchheit
About the Field Institute
Photography by Mike Buchheit
Educating visitors about Grand Canyon since 1993
Our expert staff of instructors includes professional geologists, biologists, archaeologists, historians, artists, and National Park Service resource specialists who have devoted their lives to the understanding of this amazing landscape, its biotic communities, and the people that have called it home over the centuries.
We understand the time, effort, and expense required to travel to this iconic landscape, and will do our best to give you and yours an experience befitting one of the “Crown Jewels” of the National Park System. We hope you will join us soon at your Grand Canyon National Park.
Field Institute by the numbers
360+classes and guided hikes |
3,100visitors a year take a Field |
25years educating park |
Partnership with the National Park Service
For over two decades, Grand Canyon Association Field Institute has been working closely with the National Park Service to provide educational opportunities that complement the park's interpretive efforts. Each class is reviewed by an interdisciplinary team of NPS educators and resource managers to ensure that it meets the educational goals of the park.
Donna Richardson
Chief of Interpretation and Resource Education
Grand Canyon National Park
"Grand Canyon Association's Field Institute has been a valued partner in meeting the educational and recreational goals of Grand Canyon National Park. Their creativity and inspiration provide rewarding experiences that immerse visitors in our park resources. The Field Institute has the full endorsement of the National Park Service."
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Top to bottom, the Institute exceeded all of my expectations. They ensured we packed wisely for our trip and saved me from lugging around 5 lbs. of junk I didn't need. Overall, it's packed with value that I don't think commercial outfitters would provide, and delivered a deeply rich experience.
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Andy M
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The guides were awesome—so educational and patient! Encouraging and helpful in every way. Such an amazing first visit to the canyon—Life changing to have experienced the GC up close & personal. Thank you so much!
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Amy Waits
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I've brought school groups to the Field Institute for 10 years and the quality of instruction provides them with an understanding of American Indian cultures, diverse ecology, and geologic history. Students leave with a stronger sense of self confidence, an intimate connection to nature, and memories that will last a lifetime.
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Joe Sweeney