Rainforest & Tropical Science Course ENV0003:
Costa Rica Component
Field Trip Component: Students will actively participate in the Rainforest and Tropical Science course by completing a week-long field trip to Costa Rica to explore
the country, its people, ecosystems and the rich biological resources found in a humid tropical climate.
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Hands-on experiential learning will be supported by online learning activities as well as independent and group learning projects. Students
will be immersed into a landscape rich in biological and geological diversity and will be exposed to the variables that are threatening
its very existence. Students will learn to identify key characteristics of rainforest habitats and examine sustainable agriculture
practices.
Students participating in this course will, at times, be required to hike long distances in difficult-to-navigate terrain. All participants
are expected to reach the Algonquin Rainforest Campus via a whitewater rafting trip down the world famous Rio Pacuare.
Partners: Students will also study and learn at EARTH University. EARTH is an international centre contributing to the sustainable development of
the humid tropics. It houses working learning labs such as a banana plantation, a self-sustaining farm operation, a paper production
facility and trails that lead deep within the rain forest.
Costs: The approximate cost of this course will be $2,500. This amount represents the total of all expected costs including the
course tuition fee, airfare, travel insurance, shuttles from Pembroke to the airport, all meals and accommodation. Algonquin College will provide access to a travel agent to arrange for passage
(we must all travel together to Costa Rica), however, the plane fare itself will be paid directly to the travel agent.
Our Staff: Experienced teachers from the tourism and outdoor adventure industries will accompany the students and participate in all the activities. See more at Staff Profiles.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Chris Melmoth, 613-735-4700 ext. 2880 OR
Cam Dubé , 613-735-4700 ext. 2718 |
Course Dates:
November 30, 2011
Registration and down payment of $1,000 due.
January 12, 2012
Course Introduction and orientation. Balance of $1,500 due.
February 13, 2012
Final pre-trip meeting. Tickets and practical training agenda issued.
February 16 - 23, 2012
Trip to Costa Rica
APPLY NOW BEFORE NOV. 30TH DEADLINE!
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