BIOL 287 SPRING

  
 
 
 
 
 
TROPICAL AQUATIC
ECOSYSTEMS / FIELD STUDY
IN PUERTO RICO
  

Kayak into a mangrove forest!

INSTRUCTOR
Sylvia Heaton
Science Department - MC 5400
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI  48901-7210
517-483-1091
Come study and explore the complex environments of tropical aquatic ecosystems! Kayak a mangrove swamp! Snorkel a coral reef! Hike through a rainforest! Swim in a bioluminescent bay at night!
Students will:
  • Be introduced to the general concepts of aquatic ecology
  • •Learn to conduct basic aquatic sampling in both freshwater and marine environments
  • •Learn about the culture of Puerto Rico and gain an understanding of the issues facing aquatic systems today
  • •Participate in an exciting learning experience - a 10 day trip to the aquatic environments of Puerto Rico!
 
   Interact with the local wildlife!
For further information, contact the Lansing Community College Science Department, Arts & Sciences Room 301, Main Campus, phone 517-483-1091 or Sylvia Heaton (contact information above).
 
Class size is limited to 15, so early registration is recommended to guarantee a seat!