Marine Ecosystems of the Florida Keys

Dates: 5th – 11th July 2009
Location: Key Largo, Florida
Students: Openings. No prior snorkeling experience necessary
Cost per Student: $1800 (includes accommodation, food, snorkeling, boat hire, all activities)
Airfare not included

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Program Summary

This program explores the low lying, barrier islands that protect the extreme southern tip of Florida and the fragile ecosystems located within the Keys both in the water and onshore. The waters around the Florida Keys are rich in natural and cultural resources. Students will explore the ecosystems of this diverse aquatic area applying gained knowledge to help in the Great Annual Fish Count, the Mammal Conservancy and the ongoing assessment of shipwrecks in the shallow waters.

Sunday 5th July
Arrive Florida

Monday 6th July
Snorkeling – Pennekamp State Park

Tuesday 7th July
Snorkeling – Captain Tom’s Wreck

Wednesday 8th July
Snorkeling – Wreck of the Tonawanda

Thursday 9th July
Snorkeling – Wreck of the Menemon Sanford

Friday 10th July
Snorkeling – Wreck of the City of Washington

Saturday 11th July
Depart