It seems as though schools and classrooms have been a hot button issue here in Kansas… while this isn’t a political website by any means, I am still going to give my two cents: From here on out, all classes should be held outside! Why, you ask? Well, for starters, Kansas is truly the world’s ultimate outdoor classroom. Here is why:

1. When it comes to fascinating geographic locations, there is nowhere quite like the Gypsum Hills...
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Located near Medicine Lodge.
2. ...Arikaree Breaks...
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Located in Cheyenne County.
3. ...or, of course, the geographic center of the contiguous United States.
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Which just so happens to be in our very own Lebanon!
4. History time? Then it's onto the El Quartelejo Ruins...
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Located in Scott City.
5. ...Hollenberg Pony Express Station...
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Located in Hanover.
6. ...or Coronado Heights.
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Located in Lindsborg.
7. Art time? I thought you'd never ask!
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The Garden of Eden is located in Lucas.

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8. Ecology = Maxwell Wildlife​ Refuge.
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Located near Canton.
9. Botany? Take your pick between Cimarron National Grassland...
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Located in Elkhart.
10. ...or Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve.
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Located in Strong City.
11. Since schools typically require some sort of P.E., it's time to get out and hike the Konza Prairie!
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Located in Manhattan.
12. Finally, since geology rocks, we best make a trip to see marvelous Monument Rocks...
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Located in Grinnell.
13. ...Castle Rock...
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Located near Quinter.
14. ...and/or Mushroom Rock State Park.
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Located in Brookville.

Want to find even more outdoor educational opportunities? Check out These 11 Hidden Gems In Kansas Hold Historic Keys To The Past.

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