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The Modern Mountain: Nature at its Best
The objectives of the Modern Mountain Project
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- Use Eagan Mountain and other natural areas as outdoor classrooms and demonstrations to promote a greater understanding of rural natural resource issues and their solutions;
- Encourage an interdisciplinary approach to learning that seeks to enhance student academic achievement;
- Utilize field experiences and student-led stewardship projects to connect classroom lessons to real world issues; and
- Involve a partnership among local schools, community groups, natural resource professionals, and local businesses.