Educators and teachers are invited to join a reduced-price trip to work with sea turtles and much more. Arrive in the Central Valley of Costa Rica, home to 80% of the country's population and surrounded by mountains. This area boasts fantastic vistas and a perfect climate. Next, head to the Osa Peninsula, a remote and pristine wonderland. Here, work with biologists and staff in the Golfo Dulce on turtle monitoring and mangrove clean up.

‍

Assist in the monitoring of sea turtles in the water and on a nesting beach. You will also participate in a mangrove reforestation project, visit an organic farm that grows cacao and many other fruits and vegetables, and visit an innovative plastic recycling project. Depart the coast and head up into the hills above the central valley. On your way, visit the indigenous Boruca community and participate in a mask-painting workshop.

We will host a pre-trip virtual meeting on April 10 from 3-5 pm EDT. We will also host a post-trip virtual meeting on July 10 from 3-4:30 pm EDT.

‍

*Please note, this course is open to both formal and nonformal educators and administrators currently working in a professional education setting. Participants will be expected to prepare work before the course, engage in and lead presentations while in Costa Rica, and create a project to bring back to their audiences. Participants in this course are eligible to earn 100 CEU credit hours. Contact us to learn about trips for the general public.