Yukon 

Experiential 

Studies
(formerly Envirothon) 
Yukon Experiential Studies (formerly Envirothon) is a series of field-based science experiences for Yukon students. This program strives to provide opportunities for Yukon students to engage in authentic field studies, data collection in connection with research, and experiential science that is relevant to our everyday lives. 

Y.E.S! Spring 2018

Location:  Long Lake 
Field Day: Wednesday May 23, 2018 
Theme: Urban Development 
Potential Field Studies: Soil Science, Wildlife Survey & Heritage Matrix Research
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More details & student handbook to come! 

Partnership & Community 

Previously abstract concepts are brought to life as students roll up their sleeves and quite literally dig into the curriculum. The YES program seeks to connect with inter-governmental and community partners to enhance learning opportunities. Previous YES partnerships have included:
  • Agricultural Branch - Yukon Research Farm
  • Forestry Branch 
  • Invasive Species Council
  • Environment Yukon
  • Climate Change Secretariat 
  • Tetra Tech (EBA)
  • Stantec Environmental Services 
  • City of Whitehorse 

Y.E.S! Opportunities: Linking experiences with curriculum and community (under construction): 

Grade 7 Science
  • Volcanic intrusion field investigation 
Grade 8 Science
  • Forest Regrowth Lab: The affect of thinning. 
Grade 9 Science 
  • Soil Science Lab 
  • Biogeography Aspect Comparison Field Study 
Grade 10 Science 
  • Tank Farm - Cyanobacteria Lab​
  • Avalanche - Snow Studies Field Study
Grade 11 Life Science 
  • Taxonomy and dichotomous keys via
    • Aquatics Invertebrate Lab
    • Yukon Forest Diversity Field Study
Grade 11 Chemistry 
Grade 11 Earth Science 
  • Soil Science Lab 
Grade 11 Environmental Science
  • Forest Transect Field Study  
Grade 12 Anatomy & Physiology 
Grade 12 Chemistry 
​Grade 12 Environmental Science