ESP 131 - Northern Forest Canoe Trail

This field course is self-guided and self-paced. Participants spend the equivalent of ten days of canoe or kayak trips exploring northern New England waterways. They set their own schedule, provide periodic on-line check-ins, and submit assignments designed to foster a contemplative experience that builds independent learning skills. The course introduces environmental data gathering and assessment, aspects of environmental management, and critical thinking about personal, social, and ecological implications of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and adjacent watersheds. This course is suitable for military veterans, advanced high school students, non-traditional learners, and anyone who wants an independent learning experience.

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Credits: 3

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Course Type: Environmental Science & Policy