GEO-REx Camp Information
Activities
Daily activities will center on experiencing a wide range of geoscience topics, including lab and field activities. Students will take a field trip to local geologic features, participate in hands-on workshops covering geology, geophysics, and environmental geoscience fields, and meet with geoscience professionals. Students will also work with faculty mentors on a research project and present their results.
Camp Activities
Camp begins at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and will conclude at 1:00 p.m., Friday, July 10. Family are welcome to join us for the research presentations at 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 10. View detailed camp itinerary.
Eligibility
GEO-REx is open to anyone who will be a high school student in the Fall (ages 14-18). Space is limited, so apply early; we do have a waitlist available.
Items to Bring
Activities will include lab and field experiences, so students will need to wear appropriate clothing for safety requirements and weather protection.
Required items:
- Sturdy closed-toe shoes with treads
- Sun protection (hat with a brim, sunscreen, lightweight long-sleeved shirts, lightweight long pants, etc.)
- Rain jacket
- Necessary toiletries, personal items, and medications
- Alarm clock or other wake-up alarm
Recommended items:
- Any preferences for snacks that do not need refrigeration or cooking
- Materials to take notes (pens, pencils, notebook, etc.)
- A backpack or shoulder bag
- Bug repellent
- Lightweight long-sleeve shirts and long pants
- Swim suit (optional)
All essential materials for research projects and GEO-REx activities will be supplied. We will also supply a refillable water bottle, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Residence Halls Information
All camp participants will stay in on-campus housing. Linens, pillows and towels will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have specific preferences. Students will not be allowed to commute or leave campus without permission.
Meals and Snacks
The GEO-REx camp will supply all meals during the duration of the camp, including snacks. Food options may be limited. We will do our best to accommodate any food restrictions or allergies stated in the registration paperwork. Students are welcome to bring their own small snacks as long as they do not need refrigeration or cooking.
Fees
There are no fees associated with GEO-REx. There is a $50 registration deposit that will be refunded if the student attends the camp or if cancellation occurs before June 20th, 2026.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Registration cancellations must be received by 11:59 pm on June 20, 2026 to receive a 100% refund. Please email cancellation notices to geology_outreach@okstate.edu. Cancellations received after this date will not be refunded.
Emergency exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Travel to OSU
Students are expected to make arrangements to travel to the OSU Stillwater campus. We will not be able to provide transportation from the Stillwater Airport to the OSU campus or to reimburse mileage.
Expectations for Campers
Our goal is for all participants to enjoy a positive program experience and to learn more about geoscience. We expect all campers to abide by the rules and guidelines for each activity, respect and collaborate with other participants and GEO-REx staff, and participate in program activities to the best of their abilities. For more information, please see our Conduct and Disciplinary Policy.
Apply
Registration for Summer 2026 is now open.
If our program is full, we recommend adding your information to our waitlist. If we have an opening, we will add new students based on earliest waitlist date.