An open invitation to join my colleague, tropical biologist Dr. Devon Graham and me for a course in the Amazon this summer. The course is intended for teachers of all subjects to experience the culture of the Amazon and its flora and fauna and bring back an excitement to share with students.
The experience includes several nights in a forest preserve with a diversity that draws world-class herpetologists, fish collectors and plant and animal biologists. In addition to exploring the culture and pressures on the rainforest, there will a planting of native fruit and timber trees in a reforestation project, as well as a visit to a village school. Graduate or undergraduate credit is available. The syllabus is flexible and can be tailored to customize the experience. Below is a generic description and here is a short blog from last year's course: http://projectamazonastree.org/category/educators-and-students/ As a favor, I'd be pleased if you would pass this on to anyone you think might be interested. Many thanks. -Don ...................................... The Heritage Institute, in conjunction with Antioch University and Project Amazonas, Inc., is offering a summer travel study course: *Hands-on Amazon.* The course runs from July 23-30 and is limited to 15 participants. Participants may wish to continue their travel in Perú to Machu Picchu or onward - advice is available. For more information and to see if this course is right for you, please visit the link below and/or contact me. http://ptonline.org/hol/amazon/ Based in the Upper Amazon near Iquitos, Peru, the course is available for graduate credit, undergraduate credit, or continuing education credit for educators or students in all disciplines. It is particularly well suited for environmental science, social studies, sustainable agriculture or Spanish language specialists. Positions are available for non-credit volunteer opportunities. Amazon travel is more accessible than one might think - there really is no need to worry about being devoured by flesh-eating piranhas. In the course, participants will get first-hand experience with the flora, fauna, people and culture and bring the experience home and to the classroom. Participants are also encouraged to volunteer in a service project in rainforest preservation or in helping local communities. Don Dean Oakland NJ Schools Project Amazonas Reforestation and Environmental Education
