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Petrified Forest Field Institute

Learn - Explore - Discover

  • Learn from the best with PFFI’s world class experts and guides.   [Read more]

    Our Instructors

  • PFFI is now offering guided adventures geared towards groups and families wanting a custom experience.   [Read more]

    Custom Trips

  • We offer classes for many abilities and interests!   [Read more]

    Classes

  • If you have questions about the program or our policies, we have answers!   [Read more]

    FAQs

About PFFI

PFFI Video

Petrified Forest Field Institute (PFFI) is a program of the official nonprofit park partner, the Petrified Forest Museum Association (PFMA). PFFI is proud to offer guided hiking tours exploring a variety of fun and compelling subjects lead by world class guides and field experts. Find out more about PFFI's classes in this short video.

Calendar of Classes

Classes

Check out the new classes being offered this year by the Field Institute. There are new programs as well as favorites from last year, and we're expanding into some overnight classes. It is going to be a great year!

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Our Instructors

Our Instructors

The Petrified Forest Field Institute has world class guides and field experts to introduce you to some of the most fascinating and diverse wonders that the park has to offer.

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Teachers

Teachers

Petrified Forest Field Institute courses provide a fun, professional and experiential academic opportunity to gain professional development hours, or CEUs.

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