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YOUTH EXPLORING CLIMATE SCIENCE
Empowering
youth and schools to take action.

Youth Exploring Climate Science

In partnership with the Parks Department and local non-profits, the Youth Exploring Climate Science program provides field-trip programming to outdoor locations across the county for 7th through 12th grade students. Students gain a stronger understanding of local climate challenges, such as sea level rise, biodiversity, and wildfire management, and see real-world examples of climate solutions.

Trips are now open to book! Check out the descriptions below for more information on how to book for the 2025-26 academic year!

Youth Exploring Climate Science Trip Options

Explore our trip options for more details on location, subject material, and how to book a trip.

Next Generation Science Standards featured in each program:

Youth Exploring
Sea Level Rise Science		Youth Exploring
Biodiversity Science		Youth Exploring
Wildfire Science

MS ETS1.B
MS ETS2.B
MS ESS2.D
MS ESS3.C
MS ESS3.D

MS ETS1.B
MS ESS2.D
MS ESS3.C
MS ESS3.D
MS LS4.D

MS ETS1.B
MS ESS2.D
MS ESS3.C
MS ESS3.D

HS ETS1.B
HS ETS1.C
HS ETS2.B
HS ESS2.D
HS ESS3.B
HS ESS3.C
HS ESS3.D

HS LS4.C
HS LS3.B
HS LS4.D
HS ETS1.B
HS ESS2.D
HS ESS3.B
HS ESS3.C
HS ESS3.D

HS LS2.B
HS ETS1.B
HS ESS2.D
HS ESS3.B
HS ESS3.C
HS ESS3.D

For more details about each trip, NGSS connections, and information about the booking process, please check out the 2025-26 YECS Information Guide (PDF). 

The YECS Program offers the following resources to 7th-12th grade teachers and students in San Mateo County:

  • In-person field trips to Coyote Point, Cooley Landing, Stulsaft Park, San Bruno Mountain, and Skyline Ridge, depending on availability and unit topic.
  • Student Worksheets for each field trip to ensure student comprehension and engagement.
  • Pre-trip video lesson for teachers and students to solidify foundational climate change knowledge and intro to subject material prior to the trip.

Questions?

Contact Jess Dominick at jdominick@smcgov.org.

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Free Tire Recycling Drop-Off Event @ Pescadero High School
Apr
11
Free Tire Recycling Drop-Off Event @ Pescadero High School

The County of San Mateo Sustainability Department is hosting a free tire recycling drop-off event for San Mateo County residents. There is a limit of 9 passenger or light truck tires per vehicle, as required by state law. Tires accepted at this event must be size R19.5 or smaller, with or without rims. Please ensure the tires are deflated. Tires from commercial, auto repair, and/or salvage businesses will not be accepted.

  • Location: Pescadero High School, 360 Butano Cutoff, Pescadero
  • Date:  April 11, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Collector: San Jose Conservation Corps

Questions?

  • Call 888-442-2666

Residents must provide proof of residency in San Mateo County (e.g., driver’s license, utility bill, garbage collection bill, etc.).

For larger truck tires (tractor, truck etc.) contact the Sustainability Department at 888-442-2666 for recycling location information or visit www.recyclestuff.org.

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