sustainable tropics: costa rica adams 12 students and families

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Sustainable Tropics: Costa RicaAdams 12 Students and Families


Come Discover Classroom Earth!

Today’s AgendaIntroductionsWhy Travel? Why Costa Rica? Why Global Explorers?Costa Rica details / itineraryCosts and FundraisingQuestions and answers



Why Should I Travel?


Why International Travel?

Reflect – put things in perspective



Discover new cultures



Explore new ecosystems



Be inspired to make a difference



Conquer new challenges and overcome adversity



Make new friends



Learn a new language!



Have FUN!!!


“What gives me the most hope for

tomorrow, is the youth of today. Young people

are inspired to care about the world around

them thanks to the work of organizations like Global Explorers”

- Dr. Jane Goodall


“When I first heard about Global Explorers I wanted to get involved right away. Their values are my values. The student travel industry is more than just a field trip to the Statue Of Liberty. That's important, and has its place, but with our planet experiencing dangerous ecological, social, political and economic shape shifting, the future of our global community depends on the young people of the world…”


“…And if we expect them to rise to the occasion and lead us into the 21st Century then we better make sure they understand the world. And the only way to do that is to let them see it. Global Explorers connects young people with the 'real' world. Not the world of tourist attractions and museums. The world of people. And through service, provides them with perspective changing life altering mechanisms for understanding the importance of globalism.”

- Andrew Zimmern


Why Costa Rica?

World Leader in Conservation & Sustainable DevelopmentHigh Biodiversity: Species & EcosystemSafe & Well-TraveledScience: coastal ecosystems, cloud forest ecology, conservation biologyCulture: visit local communities, interact with local peopleService: engage in service side-by-side with local community membersLeadership: take some time to reflect in this stunning place!


Why Costa Rica?

Costa Rica Conservation

Home to more than 5% of total world species

0.03% of planet’s surface: size of West Virginia

23.4% of the country’s territory is protected

- 8.3% in Central America & Caribbean

- 15.8 % in U.S.


Global Explorers ProgramsGlobal Explorers Programs


International Field Workshop

Follow-Up Service

Preparatory Curriculum

Global Explorers 3-Phase Program


Before Travel: Preparation

• Science • Culture • Service • Leadership


Leadership


Travel Prep Skills


Fun!


Purpose

Develop leadership skillsHelp you think about travel in a different wayEquip you to think critically about your experience and see where travel can REALLY take youNot just to Costa Rica, but in the bigger picture


International Field Workshop

10 days in Costa Rica!!!


1.San Jose: Capital City

2. Tortuguero: Canals and Sea Turtles

3. Sarapiqui: Tropical Lowlands Rainforest

4. Monteverde: Cloud Forest

Costa Rica


Who Travels With You?

The amazing and talented Mr. Hickory!Global Explorers Expedition LeaderAt least one local guide – Jimmy!Various other scientists, guides and educators will join us


A Typical Travel Day

6:00 –7:30am Sunrise forest hike7:30 – 9:00am Breakfast – fresh fruit and local fare! 9:00 – 12:00pm Morning Workshop Session – local school visit12:00 – 1:00pm Lunch – freshly caught fish, rice and plantains1:00 – 2:30pm Journaling, Reflection and Free Time2:30 – 5:30pm Afternoon Workshop Session – zip lines!5:30 – 6:30pm Journaling, Reflection and Roundtables6:30 – 7:30pm Dinner – something local and delicious! 7:30 – 9:30pm Evening Program – Cloud Forest night hike9:30 – 10:00pm Wind down and free time10:00 – 6:00am SLEEP!


Costa Rica Itinerary: Day 1

Travel to San Jose from ColoradoVisit InBioParque

Settle in to the Buena Vista hotelTake in the stunning views, eat a delicious dinnerOvernight in Alajuela



Travel to TortugueroTortuguero community visit and turtle museumSettle into our beach-side lodgeSearch for nesting sea turtles!Overnight in Tortuguero



Early morning boat floatService project in TortugueroKayak the wild canals in search of wildlifeSearch for sea turtles once again!Overnight in Tortuguero



Travel to SarapiquiVisit a pineapple plantation – sample the freshest fruit on earthRiver boat tour to search for howler monkeys!

Overnight in Tirimbina



Visit La Selva Biological Field StationExplore the lowland and montane tropical rainforest of SarapiquiUnderstand connections between science, economics and culture

Explore the rainforest with a night hike



All day service project with the Sarapiqui Conservation Learning CenterOvernight in Tirimbina


Service and Leadership

“My favorite part was the service project!” Sara – 15 yrs old



Travel to Monteverde – eat lunch on the way Arrive to UGA San Luis Research Station and tour our home for the next 3 nightsNight hike through the cloud forest!Overnight at San Luis in Monteverde

This is where you’ll sleep tonight!



Canopy zip lines through the cloud forest!Visit the Santa Elena Cloud Forest ReserveShopping at CASEM handicraft cooperativeTour the famous Monteverde cheese factoryOvernight at San Luis in Monteverde



Early morning bird hikeCarbon offset program at San Luis – lessen our impactCommunity visit with San Luis – Futbol, Volleyball, and Fun!Night hike through cloud forestOvernight at San Luis in Monteverde



Travel Home - ¡Pura Vida!


Follow-Up Service Project

“Going away from home makes home more important!”


Fundraising

We have had groups raise every single penny through community efforts!With our fundraising strategies, you can expect to raise around 30 – 35%We are a nonprofit organization – your group can receive tax-deductible donations!You have our full support and resources

$25,000 Raised!


The 1/3rd Rule

1/3 Community Fundraising

1/3 Student Savings

1/3 Family Support


Costs and Fundraising

Program Cost = $2,495* ($2,395 w/ discount)

Estimated Flight = $500

Total Est. Cost = $2,995 ($2,895 w/ discount)

Minus Fundraising = $998

Total Cost = $1,997 ($1,897 w/ discount)

*Students who submit deposits before June 24, 2010 receive a $100 early sign-up discount, meaning your program fee would be $2,395


What does this include?

All food, lodging and travelGuides, staff and tipsPreparatory books and curriculumT-shirts, journals and travel guidesStaff support for logistics of preparingBasic travel insuranceTHE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME!!!!!


What does this NOT include?

Spending money for souvenirsImmunization costsPassport feesPersonal travel items (e.g. clothes)


“It was the most wonderful, enlightening and meaningful thing I have ever been a part of… I felt this swelling inside, like my consciousness, my confidence, my inner self was literally just growing. I have never felt more comfortable with myself or any other group of people in my life.”

- Jaclyn, Student Explorer



The Experience of a Lifetime!


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