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Welcome of Web of
Life: Caving
In this program,
twenty
students will be introduced to aspects of cave ecology, conservation
biology, field research, and outdoor skills and safety. Throughout the
course students will learn about various aspects of cave ecology and
conservation biology that are applicable to the sites we will visit and
the general environment. They will have the opportunity to have hands on
experience in caves, lead by experienced cave guides and personnel from
Carter Caves State Resort. Each cave (7 total) represents different
aspects of cave biology, and some very unique opportunities to visit
protected habitats. Six of the seven caves are at Carter Caves State
Resort, while the seventh is a privately owned cave on farmland property
(permitted access granted).
Student teams will undertake a directed research projects regarding the
ecology of specific caves, the spider colonies in the region, the human
impact on cave access and species population demographics of the caves.
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