Transcript Climate Change at the Arctic*s Edge

EARTHWATCH
STUDENT EXPEDITIONS
[NAME OF HIGH SCHOOL]
[Teacher Name]
presents:
Climate Change at
the Arctic’s Edge
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WHAT IS EARTHWATCH?
Since 1971, Earthwatch has made it possible
for people from all walks of life to join leading
scientists around the world to help with crucial
environmental research.
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THE MISSION OF STUDENT EXPEDITIONS
To engage students worldwide in scientific
field research and education to promote the
understanding and action necessary for
a sustainable environment.
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EARTHWATCH AROUND THE GLOBE
Earthwatch has 20 Student Expeditions in 16 countries.
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EARTHWATCH RESEARCH PILLARS
Earthwatch offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to
conserve and explore our planet while delving into
one of four research areas.
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EARTHWATCH BY THE NUMBERS
Last year, Earthwatch:
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Sent 3,150 participants aged 10 to 80 on research expeditions.
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Supported 141,520 hours of research done by volunteers across
our whole portfolio of expeditions.
Research teams are typically composed of three to
five staff members, plus one or more teacher
chaperones—so your teen is in excellent hands!
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BENEFITS OF AN EARTHWATCH EXPEDITION
• Learn experientially through scientific field research.
• Work directly with environmental science experts.
• Get a boost for university applications and résumés.
• Explore career paths in the sciences.
• Support local communities and local educational initiatives.
• Grow personally and gain confidence.
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BENEFITS OF INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
Students who travel internationally before the
age of 18 do better.
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In high school: more than 80% had a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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In college: more than 88% received a college degree.
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At work: half of travelers surveyed reported a household income
of more than $75,000 as adults.
Source: The Student Youth & Travel Association, The Impact of Early Travel Experiences (2010 survey).
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A TYPICAL EARTHWATCH EXPERIENCE
• Teams for run 7 to 15 days.
• Teams accommodate 7 to 20 volunteers.
• Students will take on 2 to 5 research tasks per team.
• Students stay in simple but comfortable accommodations
in the field.
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OVERVIEW:
CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE ARCTIC’S EDGE
Churchill, Manitoba is famous for its polar bears and
its dramatic Arctic landscapes. Explore this spectacular
region as you gather data on climate change before it
melts the Arctic away. You might even get a glimpse of
the northern lights.
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THE RESEARCH:
CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE ARCTIC’S EDGE
• Use cutting-edge research
equipment to calculate
greenhouse gases.
• Trap and release small mammals
to evaluate how they’re doing,
and monitor plant growth.
• February teams will travel on a
sled towed by a snowmobile to
classify ice crystals and evaluate
the snowpack.
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MEALS & ACCOMMODATIONS:
CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE ARCTIC’S EDGE
• Stay at the Churchill Northern
Studies Centre (CNSC), a bustling
research hub.
• Sleep in dorm rooms that
accommodate up to eight
people (single-sex). Share
modern bathrooms.
• Eat in CNSC’s cafeteria. Meals
typically including a choice of
salads, desserts, entrees, and
a vegetarian alternative, along
with fresh bread and snacks.
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LEAD SCIENTIST:
CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE ARCTIC’S EDGE
Dr. LeeAnn Fishback
Churchill Northern Studies Centre
University of Winnipeg
LeeAnn Fishback is an environmental geochemist focusing
on freshwater lake and pond water chemistry in Arctic and
Subarctic regions. She has a Ph.D. from Western University
in Canada. She lives in Churchill, Manitoba, full-time as a
northern field research scientist. Her passion for the north
has grown over the past 20 years, and she enjoys living
in the remote areas of the country. Dr. Fishback has
been the scientific coordinator at the Churchill Northern
Studies Centre for the past 10 years. She is also an adjunct
professor in the Department of Geography at the
University of Winnipeg.
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SAFETY & WELFARE:
CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE ARCTIC’S EDGE
• Earthwatch has a comprehensive emergency response plan for
each project, with medical and evacuation insurance included.
• Earthwatch scientists are certified in safety training. LeeAnn
Fishback is certified in wilderness first aid and CPR.
• Members of the staff carry portable radios that connect to
the base at CNSC and that can be used in emergencies.
• All volunteers will have up-to-date immunizations.
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OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
• Passports and Visas: Citizens of the U.S. and Europe DO need
a passport, but DO NOT need tourist visas. Minors must also
have a notarized letter from all parents or legal guardians
stipulating that they may travel in the presence of an adult
other than their parent or guardian.
• Insurance: Your contribution to Earthwatch includes
insurance and medical evacuation coverage.
• Flights: The teacher leading the expedition will
coordinate travel.
• Language: All Earthwatch expeditions are led in English.
• Packing Requirements: Earthwatch will provide an expedition
briefing 90 days before the expedition with details of what to
bring (and lots of other information).
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NEXT STEPS
• Provide a $300 deposit and
complete a Group Volunteer
Registration Form by
[Month, XX, 20XX].
• Call me with any questions
or to enroll your teen.
CONTACT INFO:
[Ms./Mr. Teacher]
[Name of High School]
[[email protected]]
[(XXX) XXX-XXXX]
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