Pennsylvania Envirothon Competition Overview

The Envirothon is a major environmental science competition for high school students, designed to foster a deeper understanding of the natural environment through competitive events. The Pennsylvania Envirothon features various stations, including aquatics, forestry, wildlife, and soils, where students demonstrate their knowledge. The competition combines classroom learning with hands-on experiences, preparing students for future academic and career pursuits. Each station is managed by experts who provide essential learning resources and objectives. The event emphasizes sustainability and environmental stewardship.

What is the primary goal of the Envirothon program?

• To focus solely on aquatic studies

• To replace traditional classroom education

• To cultivate a desire to learn about the environment

• To provide entertainment for students

What is the main objective of the Envirothon's hands-on experiences?

• To focus on theoretical knowledge

• To provide entertainment

• To replace classroom learning

• To complement in-class learning

Which of the following best describes the Pennsylvania Envirothon competition?

• A state competition with multiple environmental topics

• An online quiz for high school students

• A local event held in one school

• A national competition for college students

What is the focus of the current environmental issue in the competition?

• Deforestation

• Climate change

• Invasive species

• Renewable energy

How many teams participate in the Pennsylvania Envirothon state competition?

• 75 teams

• 100 teams

• 65 teams

• 50 teams

Who is responsible for the aquatic stations in the Pennsylvania Envirothon?

• Pennsylvania Game Commission

• Natural Resources Conservation Service

• Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

• Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry

What is the role of the Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry in the Envirothon?

• To oversee soil conservation

• To manage wildlife stations

• To develop aquatic resources

• To lead the forestry station

What skills are tested at the wildlife station?

• Soil analysis and land use planning

• Bird calls and wildlife sign identification

• Aquatic species identification

• Forestry management techniques

Which organization is associated with the soils and land use station?

• Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry

• Pennsylvania Game Commission

• Natural Resources Conservation Service

• Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

Where can additional information about the Pennsylvania Envirothon be found?

• Through television programs

• At local libraries

• On the Pennsylvania Envirothon website

• In school textbooks