We are working to schedule of variety of field trips.  Each field trip location will be connected with the theme of the conference:  Following Nature's Design, and the sub-themes:  Food Systems, Natural Resource Management, and Sustainable Design.  We also hope to provide authentic cultural experiences that include fun, play, and shopping.  We are planning to visit Oregon State University's Wave & Tsunami Research Center and School of Engineering. The beautiful Oregon Cascade Mountain Range is also on the is to visit and may include a trip to Oregon's highest volcanic peak:  Mount Hood.