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by Nancy Aitken
Mar 24, 2005
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Teachers' Professional Development Programs
Proyecto Campanario Campanario, begun in 1990, is a
conservation initiative in the Osa Peninsula dedicated to
protecting what remains of the lowland tropical rain
forests of the region. Campanario is actively involved in
sustainable development efforts in the...See More/blockquote>
Teachers' Professional Development Programs
Proyecto Campanario Campanario, begun in 1990, is a
conservation initiative in the Osa Peninsula dedicated to
protecting what remains of the lowland tropical rain
forests of the region. Campanario is actively involved in
sustainable development efforts in the region and offers
environmental education workshops, courses, and vacations
to national and international students of all ages.
Campanario will be overseeing the natural history and
research component of the course. Please view the
Campanario web site at: [link removed]
PROJECT CAMPANARIO focuses on conservation and community
activities conducive to and promoting sustainable living
and development. The founders of PROJECT CAMPANARIO know
that the Osa Península's natural endowment is unique and
worth conserving for present and future generations.
Proyecto Campanario's second mission is to promote
environmental education to all who spend time at
Campanario, both local and international visitors.
Campanario offers 4 basic programs to accommodate different
age levels, interests, and different lengths of stay.
Please select the program best suited for you:
Ecological Tourism Expeditions for the adult or family
group. Rainforest Conservation Camps for families and/or
middle and high school students. Tropical Ecology Student
Courses for university, high school, and middle school
students. Tropical Ecology Teachers' Programs.
RAINFOREST CONSERVATION CAMP The Ultimate Field Trip for
Teachers
New schedule for 2005: 19/June - 24/June 26/June - 1/July
7/August - 12/August 14/August - 19/August
Contact Us As Soon As Possible.
What Rainforest Conservation Camp is all about. . .
You will have a week of adventure exploring the tropical
forests: highland páramo, mangrove, and lowland primary,
secondary, and successional rainforests. You’ll also be
visiting nearby protected areas, recording observations,
exploring tide pools, participating in lectures and
discussions, performing your own investigation, and
learning about the pressures affecting this area. There
will be time for swimming, snorkeling, and just relaxing.
You can expect to be challenged in your treks through the
rainforest, to get wet, dirty, and tired, to experience a
corner of the world few people know, and to have a great
time.
Where You’ll Stay. . .
The Campanario field station is rustic, but comfortable,
with all the basic necessities: large kitchen & dining
hall, screened-in bunkrooms, tiled bathrooms, clothes
washing sinks, library, study / lab tables, and a large
front porch looking out to the beach. Solar panels provide
a bit of lighting in the evenings. Trails start at the
front door and the secluded beach is just a stone’s throw
away.
How You’ll Get There. . .
Getting to Campanario is an adventure in itself. You’ll
travel by chartered bus south from San José, visiting
various life zones, winding through banana and oil palm
plantations to the river village of Sierpe. There you board
a boat to travel down the Sierpe River, spending some time
in the dense mangrove forest before heading out to the
ocean at high tide and down the coast to Campanario. Once
in the Campanario cove, everyone hops out into the warm
water to carry the cargo to the field station
HABITATS AND CULTURE OF COSTA RICA 2-week session and
3-week session
New schedule for 2005: 14 Day / 13 Night Course: 3/July -
16/July 24/July - 6/August
21 Day / 20 Night Course: 26/June - 16/July
Contact Us As Soon As Possible.
Course Description:
Habitats and Culture of Costa Rica offers an environmental
overview of present day Costa Rica that emphasizes the
natural history of its diverse landscapes as well as the
language and customs of the people. You as a student,
journey across Costa Rica’s extraordinary geography: from
coral lagoon to once-glaciated peaks of volcanic rock,
experiencing cloud forests, lowland rainforests, and
mangrove swamps. Along the way, you will learn about
typical menus, rural schools, and the practices of tropical
agriculture. You will receive instruction in the rudiments
of conversational Spanish, participate in a service
project, and investigate the flora and fauna of different
eco-systems. Your goal is to gain an understanding of Costa
Rica’s environment within a cultural context.
Several days of residence at the remote Campanario field
station on the Osa Peninsula anchor the course and provide
a setting for learning to conduct simple field
investigations.
Course Formats: Two course formats are offered: a two week
course and a 3 week course. Credit is offered at two levels
(see below): (1) Professional Development and (2) Degree
Applicable. Academic credit is given through Lewis and
Clark College in Oregon.
Two week session: The 14 day session gives 2 semester hours
of credit: 1 credit hour in science education and 1 credit
hour in social studies education. The course is basically
split between classes and trips with the San José area and
the field experience in the Campanario Biological Station.
Three week session: The 21 day session gives 4 semester
hours of credit: 2 credit hours in science education and 2
credit hours in social studies education. This longer
session allows for a further study of the tropical dry
forests of Guanacaste.
Note: 2 semester hours is the equivalent of 3 quarter hours
of credit. Write to us for the course numbers and for
instructions as to how to register.
(1) Graduate credit for Professional Development is
designed to respond to the ongoing educational needs of
practicing professionals. These credits are generally not
applicable to a degree program but typically meet licensing
requirements and staff development needs. A Credit/No
Credit evaluation will be given.
(2) Degree Applicable graduate credit is offered through
the Graduate School of Education at Lewis and Clark
College. This option demands additional work during the
course and high expectations for reading, writing, and
presentation of work for evaluation. A letter grade for the
course will be given.
Participating Organizations: Institute for Central American
Studies (ICAS) ICAS was founded in San José, Costa Rica in
1982 and seeks to disseminate accurate and reliable
information about political and socio-economic development
in the region and to provide education about the language,
history and politics of Central America. ICAS will be
overseeing the Spanish language learning and San José
cultural aspects of the course. Please view the ICAS web
site: [link removed]
Lewis and Clark College Lewis and Clark Graduate School of
Education is offering the course for academic credit under
the approval of Dr. Charles Ault. For many years, Dr. Ault
has offered “Ecoscapes: Costa Rica”, a similar course
leading to a Masters in Education. He is now happy to offer
the benefits of this course to non-degree and non-Lewis and
Clark students through “Habitats and Culture of Costa
Rica”. Please view the Lewis and Clark College web site at:
[link removed]
Write – E-mail – Call us for an application and information
on course outline, itinerary, fees, and instructions for
obtaining academic credit.
Other Information You Should Know
Security and Safety. . .
There is a first aid kit at the field station, a boat is
ready in case of emergencies, and a cellular phone is
available for necessary communication with the outside
world. The water is potable, and the dining hall &
dormitories are completely screened. Meals, while not
gourmet, are nutritous & plentiful, with lots of fruits &
veggies. Each participant must have travel insurance which
will be adequate for remote locations like Campanario.
Insurance should cover med-evacuations, just in case.
How You Sign Up. . .
Sign-ups should be made as early as possible (space is
limited) and at least 30 days prior to the trip. We need a
50% deposit to secure your reservation. The deposit can be
made with your trip coordinator or directly to us. Payment
may be made by cash, travelers’ checks or bank checks made
out to Campanario S.A., The remainder is due during
orientation in San José and should be paid in cash at that
time.
Should cancellation be necessary, 50% of the deposit can be
refunded if you advise us in writing at least 30 days
before the initiation of the trip. Sorry, we are unable to
offer refunds on deposits after that date because
preparations for the camp session will have gone into
effect.
Once you’ve made your reservations, we’ll send you a list
of things to pack and how to get ready for your trip.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Click here for updated costs.
Return to Home Proyecto Campanario Tel: +506 - 258-5778 *
Fax: +506 - 256-0374 [link removed]
Leslie Harley Marketing Campanario Staff
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I found some really cute eco-calendars on this site:
[link removed]
The Eco-Kids site has many resources for Earth Day! There
are some interactive stories, too. Great resource for the
elementary teacher!
by Colleen Berry
Mar 29, 2005
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Save a tree on this day, do not print I do say!
by Hillol Ray
Apr 12, 2005
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Mt. Kilimanjaro: A Beauty With Bite
By
Hillol Ray
[link removed]!
Studied deeply before I left home,
About this beauty with bite-
And learned to tackle attitude,
Aptitude, and altitude or height!
Highest mountain in Africa,
Kilimanjaro is an extinct volcano for years-
But it’s the most ...See More/blockquote>
Mt. Kilimanjaro: A Beauty With Bite
By
Hillol Ray
[link removed]!
Studied deeply before I left home,
About this beauty with bite-
And learned to tackle attitude,
Aptitude, and altitude or height!
Highest mountain in Africa,
Kilimanjaro is an extinct volcano for years-
But it’s the most massive in the world,
To enchant our hearts with joy and fears!
Copious snow extends on long gullies,
Eroded in mountain sides-
And impacts the nearby rivers,
To show beauty of ebb-tides!
“Kibo”, the summit crater, provokes
The speechless wonder reign-
While “Uhuru”, the highest peak in Africa,
Rattles the writers’ pen!
“Mawenzi”, the third highest peak,
Is intriguing as an elder cone-
And requires rock/ice climbing skills,
That may be needed to hone!
Kilimanjaro stands alone
Among the mountains on Earth-
And solitary volcano roars proudly
To open its hearth!
Impeccable beauty of Kilimanjaro
Reveals five ecological zones-
From tropical to alpine, you name it,
And arouse the majestic tones!
Spectacular diversity from scrub-lands
To lush forests to flowering tundra for sure-
Speaks well about beauty of Kilimanjaro,
And provokes tricking or trekking to endure!!
Milestone
April 12, 2005
by Samantha Kranz
Apr 18, 2005
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Hey guys this is a grade 7 in need of your help. My teacher
wants us to come up with a cool idea for earthday. If any
ideas please e-mail me!
*Samantha*
by James Butler
Apr 19, 2005
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Hillol Ray: The National Bard in “Earth Day” Yard
By
James Butler
For the past few weeks, you may have been hearing
about an event "Earth Day 2005" that is going to be
celebrated throughout the world soon. The event started on
April 22, 1970 in the United States, and an estimated 20
milli...See More/blockquote>
Hillol Ray: The National Bard in “Earth Day” Yard
By
James Butler
For the past few weeks, you may have been hearing
about an event "Earth Day 2005" that is going to be
celebrated throughout the world soon. The event started on
April 22, 1970 in the United States, and an estimated 20
million Americans gathered to participate in a spectacular
celebration.
Since April 22, 1970, Earth Day has become an
annual celebration of environmental protection and it's
impact on the world's habitats. Today, we face the
challenges of safeguarding the beauty of our natural world
for our present generation as well as for the future. Human
habitats and habitation are constantly threatening the
ecological balance of the mother earth. Thus Earth Day
gives us an opportunity to preserve our environment and
encourages us to protect it in a most sensible way. The
celebration of Earth Day does not have to be on April 22nd
of each year; in stead, it could be on every day. If we
use our common sense and pay a little more attention to our
daily activities, the chances of preserving our planet
earth would be much more than you ever can dream about..
On this special occasion, the raves and rants about
Hillol Ray (popularly known as the “Poet of Ecology”, “Poet
of Human Rights”) and his poetry have reached around the
globe. He has been recognized with distinction as
the “National Bard in Earth Day Yard”. As you may recall,
his world famous poem “Earth Day” has made him
an “overnight sensation” and it has been displayed globally
over 400 web sites since he composed it on April 22, 1995.
It continues to be published and displayed on web sites
globally each year, and his popularity is indicated by the
number of invitations and TV interviews he receives every
year to read this poem (along with his other poems, of
course). We are truly proud to announce today that Hillol
Ray has been cordially invited by the Dallas-Fort Worth
Green Alliance (DFWGA) Organization this year (2005), and
he will appear live as a guest poet on the main stage at
Flag Pole Hill Pavilion on Doran Circle on April 23, 2005 @
11:00 am to read his “Earth Day” poem in English and
Bengali (his native language). The event: “Planet Peace:
Earth Day 2005” has been organized by DFWGA in Dallas,
Texas, and sponsored by over fifty (50) Organizations,
Corporations, Media, etc. Beside Hillol, the other
invitees at this event include Local Pop Hero, Hightower
Radio Bard, and International Singer. By the way, to get a
glimpse of his poems, you may visit:
[link removed].
For detailed information about the event, you are
encouraged to view:
[link removed]
by Hillol Ray
Apr 21, 2005
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Dhhawra Deebosh (in Bengali)
By
Hillol Ray
[link removed]
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On or about April 22 of each year, Earth Day is celebrated
around the world. My original poem "Earth Day" in English <...See More/blockquote>
Dhhawra Deebosh (in Bengali)
By
Hillol Ray
[link removed]
[link removed]")
[link removed])
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On or about April 22 of each year, Earth Day is celebrated
around the world. My original poem "Earth Day" in English
was composed on April 22, 1995. Since then, it has been
translated into major languages, including French, German,
Spanish, and displayed on web sites globally.
Here, "Dhhawra Deebosh" (in Bengali) is a transliteration
of original poem "Earth Day" in English.
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Dhhawraar bukatay aamra putul, koray jai shudhu khela-
Haashi-kaannar dyodul dolaai boy jiboner bela!
Amaraatree andhhar ashay deener aalo sheshay,
Aamrao hoi pulokito jeno anondojoaaray bhheshay!
Aatma moder jai jay juriyay bishudhho bayoo o jawlay-
Eder obhhabay jibonta jeno dhhemaytetaalayii chawlay!
Eii dhhawraner kashto laghhobay EPA** aanlo daanda,
Teen joog aagay America bookay, kortay dosheekay thhaanda!
Poribesh dushon kortay bandhho EPA daaralo rookhhay,
Jaagaalo hothhat aashaar aalo bhhagno hridoy o mookhhay!
Keetnaashok o sheeshaar probhhaab gasholeenay gaalo komay-
Prokeeti o taai haanf chheray baanchay, sheii smriti monay
jawmay!
Tyaajjya jeenisher poonorbyaabohaar narhalo jibondhhaara,
Taai “landfill” o shomudro tawt aanonday aatmohaaraa!
Dushon mukto neergawto bayoo urdhhay aakaashay uthhay,
Haatchhaanee deelo kortay bandhho kaathh jalanee o ghhontay!
Deeghhee o nodeetay “sewage” dhhaalaata kromosho holo jay
bandhho,
Janata konthhay elo abokaash, roilo naa monay shawndo!
Paaniyo jawler dooshon aborodhh guruttyo bhhoomikaa neelo,
Janat shaasthhyo o dolphin-teemee upohaar toolay deelo!
Shomoyer shrotay teen joog aaj neerobay gieechhay ketay,
Poristhheeteer poribarton o jeno dombhhay cholachhay hentay!
Protee bachhoreii dhawraa diboshayii bawshay sheekhhaar
mela,
Neeome-kanoon sheekhhay neeiie moraa, hoiie EPAr chela!!
Jawler utsho khhoonjay feeree shawda raakhhtay dushon mukto,
Snaanaahaar o shawkater dhoolo cheenta koray jay jukto!
Taai dushon proteerodhhay utshayer mukhhay deetay hawbay
dhhaamachapa,
Aar otee shawjotnay lakhhyogulokay raakhhbay monatay
chhaapaa!
Khholaa angeenaaii brikhho roponay anondo aashtay hawbay,
Tawroor chhaayaii mukhhosreeraa shawb chhobeer smriteetay
rawbay!
Shawmbhhob holay ek gaarheetayii korbay “ride share”,
Baayoo dushoner joaar-bhhantaao dekhhabay tader “care”!
Keetnashoker oshodhhoer drum beeponmukto bhhabay,
Label laagiyay felay deelay tawbay cheentaa bhhaabnaa jabay!
Aborjawna felbaar aagay bhhaableii shawto baar,
Shakoleii moraa thhakbo shusthhyo, rawbay naa cheenta aar!
Proyojon holeii EPA jaanaabay aiiner khhoonteenaatee-
Raakhhbay beemukto jawl-haoa-maatee, kothhata shawtyee
khhaantee!
Dhawraa deebosh er prarombhhay daako shecchashebok dawl,
Kaaron taaraai hawbay jay shudhhoo muldhhon, dhawraa
deebosh er bawl!
Peethh chaprhiyay dao go chhorhiyay anondo bhawraa daalee,
Bhhaag koray naao meetrotaa bodh, bhholay bhhedabhed gaalee!
Ekhhon tomraa jenay gelay aaj dhawraa deebosh er ghhawtaa,
Paalon karo go protee bachharayii chhoriyay anondo chhawtaa!
Milestone
April 22, 2005 ----
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** EPA = Environmental Protection Agency
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On 3/29/05, Colleen Berry wrote:
> Save a tree on this day, do not print I do say!
interesting, send an email instead.