Teams are comprised of four or five students and a coach. All events take place as team events, with students responding to questions regarding live and mounted specimens, examples of natural resource management techniques and practical situations. The Elementary Level 1 grades compete in Wildlife and Forestry as well as participate in a Scavenger Hunt and Outdoor Safety exercise. Junior Varsity students compete in Wildlife, Forestry, Aquatics, Introductory Soils and Environmental Issues. Senior Level students also compete in Wildlife, Forestry, Aquatics, Soils and Environmental Issues using test questions prepared by the Pennsylvania State Envirothon Committee.
All teams are responsible for their own preparation.
Throughout the school year, teams may arrange visits to Chester County Parks for study sessions as well as utilize guest speakers and outside resource people. The Pennsylvania Teacher Resource Packet provides a listing of state resource contacts. Envirothon judges are all volunteers providing their time and service. They represent staff from the Chester County Parks and Recreation Department and Conservation District, as well as representatives from federal, state, and local agencies, private companies, and individuals dedicated to conservation. All teams will receive a T-shirt and ribbon.