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Hike, Paddle & Float: Outdoor Adventures in the Grand Tetons

Program No. 21211RJ
Explore the natural wonders of the Grand Tetons with experts as you hike trails, paddle a canoe and float down the Snake River to learn about the ecology of this national park.

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At a Glance

Immerse yourself in the great outdoors on a learning adventure in picturesque Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The Grand Tetons ecosystem sets the stage for hands-on learning during Teton Science Schools’ expert-led encounters in some of America’s most beautiful landscapes. Invigorating hikes, exciting canoe adventures and an inspiring float excursion are just a few of the memorable events in store for you and your fellow adventurers.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Hiking up to six miles over varied terrain in groups split by desired intensity. Paddling a canoe for 1-2 hours. Elevations of 6,200-10,450 feet.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Discover Grand Teton National Park from a new perspective as you float down the Snake River.
  • Take an aerial tram to high-elevation hiking.
  • Canoe on String Lake while learning about the geologic forces that shaped this majestic mountain range.

General Notes

Smaller groups for activities.
Featured Expert
All trip experts
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Liz LaScala
Liz LaScala joined the TSS team in January of 2023 as a field instructor. She grew up in Illinois climbing trees, exploring creeks, and building fairy houses out of sticks. She realized at a young age that she wanted to spend as much time outside as possible. Later in life, Liz attended Central Michigan University and earned a bachelor’s degree in conservation biology with a minor in outdoor education. She especially loves rock climbing, backpacking, and jumping into natural bodies of water.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Liz LaScala joined the TSS team in January of 2023 as a field instructor. She grew up in Illinois climbing trees, exploring creeks, and building fairy houses out of sticks. She realized at a young age that she wanted to spend as much time outside as possible. Later in life, Liz attended Central Michigan University and earned a bachelor’s degree in conservation biology with a minor in outdoor education. She especially loves rock climbing, backpacking, and jumping into natural bodies of water.
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Sophie Lisle graduated from Bowdoin College with a degree in biology. She developed a passion for science education when she taught marine biology on an island off the coast of Maine, and she fell in love with the Wyoming mountains working as a horse wrangler on a ranch in Cody. Sophie joined TSS as an AmeriCorps member in 2023 before becoming a field instructor in January 2024. Sophie loves to trail run, ski, climb mountains, bake cookies, and bask in the sun.
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Abby Sand was born and raised in Minnesota and moved out west in 2019 to attend Colorado State University where she studied ecosystem science and sustainability. Abby has been a field instructor with Teton Science Schools since January 2024. Her goal is to create a positive learning atmosphere to inspire curious, excited, and optimistic environmental stewards. Beyond education, Abby is passionate about traveling and has had the privilege to travel to parts of Central America, South America, and Asia. She is also an enthusiastic birder.
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Naomi Gregory-Orchard, a field education instructor at Teton Science Schools, grew up in the Sonoran Desert. Naomi has lived, worked, and studied in New Zealand, Serbia, Bosnia, and Nepal. As she completed her bachelor’s degree in management and restoration of aquatic ecosystems at Utah State University, Naomi spent her summers as a whitewater river guide on the Colorado, Green, and Snake Rivers. In her free time, Naomi enjoys rafting, skiing, a good book, and exploring the outdoors.
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Sydney Vander Waerdt is a lead field instructor at Teton Science Schools. She is a passionate explorer, naturalist, and educator. She grew up in Colorado's Front Range. Sydney earned her B.A. in cultural anthropology and environmental sustainability from Colorado State University, where she developed a strong foundation in understanding both human and environmental systems that sparked her curiosity about melding modern culture with ecology for a better world. She loves to read, craft, and participate in various outdoor activities.
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