Summer Expedition Workshop--BELIZE, 2009!
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An Unparalleled THIRTEEN-DAY Expedition, encompassing:

Day 7 - After an early breakfast, the group will board the bus and ride to Dangriga over the scenic Hummingbird Highway. On the way we will stop at the Blue hole for a short visit. Upon arrival in Dangriga, Chartered boats will provide transportation over the azure, crystal clear waters of the Caribbean to the marine station on Belize's living coral reef at South Water Caye (SWC) . After settling in and orientation the afternoon will be spent on introductory snorkeling activities and exploring the sandy bottom of the South Point Lagoon. The evening will include an introductory workshop focusing on tropical marine ecology. Overnight SWCaye B, D

Day 8 - The morning activities will focus on an island survey and mapping activities, and an exploration of the miles of diverse fringing reefs surrounding SWC. After lunch the abundant turtle and grass beds and patch reefs as well as other sea grass species with easy access will be explored. The evening's lecture will focus on coral, reef fish, invertebrates and mangrove community of SWC. Overnight SWCaye  B, L, D

Day 9 - After breakfast in-depth studies of marine plankton and encrusting communities will be the focus. The afternoon will be spent on much calm, relatively shallow, back reef areas with access to sea grass beds and patch corals.  In the evening an introduction to mangrove ecology will be presented.  Overnight SWCaye  B, L, D

Day 10 - The morning activities will focus on exploring the for reef slop, characterized by deep spur and groove formations. Following lunch a boat trip to Twin Cayes is scheduled, providing an opportunity to snorkel among the mangroves and observe the biota inhabiting this ecosystem. If approved, a stop will be made at the Smithsonian Research Station on Carrie Bowe Caye. Research scientists from all over the world use this station and will be sharing their expertise. In the evening these observations will be further explored through a workshop focusing on island biogeography. Overnight SWCaye B, L, D

Day 11 - The morning activities will include studies on the formation of sand cayes, and a survey of the island flora. The afternoon will include a trip to Coco Plum Cayes, a cluster of uninhabited islands connected by shallow drifts of sand. Comparison of these islands, based upon the principles of island biogeography, can be made to Carrie Bow Caye and South Water Caye. A possible stop at Man ‘O War Caye will allow close observation of the interaction of the magnificent frigate bird and the brown booby. In the evening a discussion of marine conservation will be the highlight.  Overnight SWCaye B, L, D

Day 12 - Following Breakfast, the boats will return to Dangriga, for a day of relaxation at the Pelican Beach Mainland Resort in preparation for our return trip back to the United States. Overnight Pelican Beach Mainland Resort B, L, D

Day 13 – A charted bus will transfer the group to the Belize International Airport for return to the USA. Enjoy your trip home!!

The above itinerary will be only $1170.00 per adult.
If you would like to confirm the above reservation, a deposit of $250.00 per person within 40 days will be necessary. The balance of your account will be due 45 days prior to departure. (Groups over ten, don't worry-- We shall assist with our "Trip Organizing" package... Also, deposit and balance schedules are somewhat more flexible.)