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A special sailing trip, just for teachers!
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Sea Change: Teachers-only Trip 2019
What is it? A special sailing trip, just for teachers!
Liveaboard sailing, navigation, curriculum discussion, school projects, and support from other teachers who want to prepare their students for a changing world.
Dates: August 19-22, 2019
Departure: Knife River, Minnesota
Educational Goals for teachers:
- To learn climate change science as it relates to the Lake Superior watershed
- To gain a sense of comradery with other teachers facing similar challenges
- To develop carbon cutting projects and science curriculum within your educational setting
- Adventure and inspiration for your students
We will meet these goals through these objectives:
- Learn climate science as it relates to Lake Superior, northern Minnesota, and the boreal coastline.
- Practice climate science on Lake Superior (water temperature/clarity, data collection with thermoclines, limnology studies, plankton net).
- Develop meaningful lesson plans and carbon-cutting projects.
- Inspire your future students
- Provide Continuing Education credits
- Have fun and learn to sail!
Cost: $450
-Or $800 for a couple or two friends willing to share a double bunk
-Discounts available for those unable to get Continuing Ed. funding
Contact us for more information:
218-340-9648
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