• Butte Montana
  • Group celebrates atop mountain peak; joyous expressions amidst rugged terrain
  • People walking by water body with mountains in background
  • Students examining rock sample amidst forested hills.
  • Hikers pause atop mountain trail with valley view beneath partly cloudy sky.
  • Hikers on rocky mountain trail; some wearing helmets
  • Group gathers by forested streambank; treeline visible beyond.

University of Michigan Rocky Mountain Field Station

Relocated to Dillion Montana for summer 2026, the Camp Davis program has provided an unparalleled experiential learning opportunity for University of Michigan students since 1929. Camp Davis hosts courses in geology, environmental sciences and ecology.

This ideal outdoor classroom offers some of the most scenic and varied geology, ecology and history in North America with a location within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and at the intersection of the Yellowstone hotspot, Rocky Mountains, and Basin and Range. Elevate your summer by taking a course at Camp Davis!

Frequently Asked Questions
Orientation
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Camp FAQ

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Earth 440 – Geology Field Course

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Earth 116 – Restless Earth: Intro to Earth Science

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Earth 450 – Ecosystem Science

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Earth 202 – Introductory Environmental Science

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Tuition and Fees

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Earth 344 – Energy and the Environment

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Satisfy Requirements

Camp Davis Facts

6

Courses each summer

12

Student: faculty ratio

24

Typical class size

30

Amazing days in Wyoming

Camp Davis Summer 2026 Timeline

October 13, 2025
Camp Davis Application Open

October 13, 2025
December 20, 2025
Earth Major Application Deadline

December 20, 2025
February 15, 2026
Earth Fin-Aid Deadline

February 15, 2026
March 24, 2026
LS&A Fin-Aid Deadline

March 24, 2026
March 25, 20256
Camp Davis Registration Opens

March 25, 20256
April 16, 2026
Accomodations Submittal Deadline

April 16, 2026
April 30, 2026
Camp Davis Cancellation Deadline

April 30, 2026
May 1, 2026
Health History Deadline

May 1, 2026
May 30, 2026
Loaner Gear Checkout Deadline

May 30, 2026
June 30, 2026
Camp Davis Tuition & Fees Due

June 30, 2026
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A serene alpine meadow with small ponds amidst lush green grasses sloping gently down to forested hills under an overcast sky.

Meetings and Events

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Research

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Centennial Vision

News & Events

  • Camp Davis Zoom Orientation
    by cmalvica
    The Camp Davis Program will be holding a makeup orientation session for students who were unable to attend the last session held at the Botanical Gardens. This upcoming event will be held On May 21st, 2026th at 10:00am eastern standard time via Zoom. This event will be recorded.
  • Camp Davis Informational Session
    by cmalvica
    WHEN: Nov 18th, 2025 WHERE: 2520 NUB TIME: 5:00 – 6:00 PM We are excited to announce our upcoming fall semester Camp Davis Info Session! Join Camp Davis faculty and past students to learn everything you need to know about our upcoming summer program and hear first-hand from students who’ve been in your boots. Discussion… Continue reading Camp Davis Informational Session
  • Exciting Changes Ahead – Summer 2026 Update
    by cmalvica
    Due to a major renovation at our Rocky Mountain Field Station in Jackson Hole, all UM Camp Davis courses will temporarily relocate to Dillon, Montana for the summer 2026 term. Classes will be hosted on the scenic campus of University of Montana Western, offering students a vibrant academic setting while construction is underway. The Jackson… Continue reading Exciting Changes Ahead – Summer 2026 Update