Have you ever wanted to trek through the jungle, swim with sharks, explore an ancient cave, and learn (and earn college credit) while doing all of these activities? Experience firsthand one of the most unique areas on the planet through our Belize Adventures study abroad program.
Join LLCC biology professor Dave Cox on an exciting biological field studies trip to Belize on January 2-7, 2010. Some of the potential activities of the trip include hiking in the rainforest where you will encounter an incredible diversity of plant and animal life, explore Neko's Cave (access to this cave is limited to LLCC students), visit the Belize Zoo in Belize City, Orchid Rescue Project, water quality monitoring and stream sampling, orange citrus grove research, bird watching (laughing falcons, toucans, white hawks as well as several species of hummingbirds (bird enthusiasts should bring a good pair of binoculars and plenty of film for your camera), visit Caha Pech and Xunantunich (one of the most significant Mayan ruins in Belize) and free time in San Ignacio where you will be able to experience the local culture and music as well as shop for handmade Belizean crafts.
Have you ever wanted to trek through the jungle, swim with sharks, explore an ancient cave, and learn (and earn college credit) while doing all of these activities? Experience firsthand one of the most unique areas on the planet through our Belize Adventures study abroad program.
Join LLCC biology professor Dave Cox on an exciting biological field studies trip to Belize on January 2-7, 2010. Some of the potential activities of the trip include hiking in the rainforest where you will encounter an incredible diversity of plant and animal life, explore Neko's Cave (access to this cave is limited to LLCC students), visit the Belize Zoo in Belize City, Orchid Rescue Project, water quality monitoring and stream sampling, orange citrus grove research, bird watching (laughing falcons, toucans, white hawks as well as several species of hummingbirds (bird enthusiasts should bring a good pair of binoculars and plenty of film for your camera), visit Caha Pech and Xunantunich (one of the most significant Mayan ruins in Belize) and free time in San Ignacio where you will be able to experience the local culture and music as well as shop for handmade Belizean crafts.
- Trip dates: January 2-7, 2010
- Expected cost: $1,550 (depending on airfare) plus tuition (Biology 209 3 credits) or International Community Education registration fee (non-academic)
- Trip cost includes: Airfare, roundtrip transportation to/from airports, room and board, all entrance fees and guide services while in Belize
- Additional expenses: Passport, departure tax (approximately $35.50 per person), travel insurance (if desired), one dinner in San Ignacio, souvenirs and spending money.
Biology 209 is a hybrid course. Several components of the course will be completed online prior to the trip; some components will be completed while in Belize; the rest will be completed online once we return. There is only one face-to-face meeting on campus prior to the trip. The online components require computer and internet access. If you are interested in the Belize Adventure trip but do not need the academic credits, please contact Dave cox to discuss participation through the College's International Community Education program. Space is limited to 15 participants (last day to register is December 1, 2009) so don't wait to sign up!
- Trip dates: January 2-7, 2010
- Expected cost: $1,550 (depending on airfare) plus tuition (Biology 209 3 credits) or International Community Education registration fee (non-academic)
- Trip cost includes: Airfare, roundtrip transportation to/from airports, room and board, all entrance fees and guide services while in Belize
- Additional expenses: Passport, departure tax (approximately $35.50 per person), travel insurance (if desired), one dinner in San Ignacio, souvenirs and spending money.
Biology 209 is a hybrid course. Several components of the course will be completed online prior to the trip; some components will be completed while in Belize; the rest will be completed online once we return. There is only one face-to-face meeting on campus prior to the trip. The online components require computer and internet access. If you are interested in the Belize Adventure trip but do not need the academic credits, please contact Dave cox to discuss participation through the College's International Community Education program. Space is limited to 15 participants (last day to register is December 1, 2009) so don't wait to sign up!
Steps to enroll for the January 2-7, 2010 Belizean Adventure (last day to register is December 1, 2009):
- Contact Professor Cox by email at Dave.Cox@llcc.edu or 217.786.4909 to secure your spot with the required $200 deposit
- Register for BIO 209-HYSA and TRA 100-SA
- Begin the academic portion of the course. The majority of the academic portion of the course is conducted online. Once enrolled, students will have access to the online materials. A computer with internet access is needed for the online portion of the course.
- Trip participants must have a valid U.S. Passport
- Get ready for an adventure that must be experienced to be believed!
Space is limited to 15 participants!
Steps to enroll for the January 2-7, 2010 Belizean Adventure (last day to register is December 1, 2009):
- Contact Professor Cox by email at Dave.Cox@llcc.edu or 217.786.4909 to secure your spot with the required $200 deposit
- Register for BIO 209-HYSA and TRA 100-SA
- Begin the academic portion of the course. The majority of the academic portion of the course is conducted online. Once enrolled, students will have access to the online materials. A computer with internet access is needed for the online portion of the course.
- Trip participants must have a valid U.S. Passport
- Get ready for an adventure that must be experienced to be believed!
Space is limited to 15 participants!
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