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AFASST Equivalent Course in Rainforest Ecology and Conservation in Costa Rica This course will offer a first-hand opportunity to study the biology of tropical ecosystems. The course emphasis will be on basic biological processes of the tropical rainforest and field techniques, however, other pertinent subjects, such as tropical ecology, socioeconomics, ecotourism, and conservation will be discussed. This course assumes a background equivalent to two semesters of college level general biology. This course will prepare you for more specialized courses in the study of tropical rainforests. Objectives Students should become familiar with the following: Natural History and Organismal Biology We will examine weather patterns, climate, and the biodiversity of Costa Rica. Conservation Topics discussed will include resource use, ecotourism, reforestation, and other appropriate issues. Scientific Method Students will use the "scientific method" to come up with a hypothesis and design an experiment to test the hypothesis. Proper experimental design and appropriate statistical analysis will then be performed. Field Techniques Examples of techniques we may use includes measurements of population size, species diversity, coliforms, organism's home range, and animal behavior; trapping, marking, and identification techniques for birds, bats, and invertebrates. You can live the life of an Tropical Conservation Ecologist ..........Learn how to identify tropical bird species ..........Conduct an independant study project ..........Hike/explore the rural regions of Costa Rica like our ancestors ..........Perform interesting research/conservation work ..........Participate in interactive discussions Date: Summer session #3: May 25 to June 19, 2008 Cost: $2175.00 USD Included in 26 day Course Costs: ..........Services of Project Leaders/instructors & staff ..........room and board (3 meals per day) at La Suerte biological field station ..........SCHEDULED transportation from near the airport to La Suerte biological field station round trip ..........Course tuition Not Included in 26 day Course Costs: ..........Airport taxes and government departure taxes ..........Health or cancellation insurance ..........Beverages/liquor ..........Additional funds for souvenirs, extra food, etc. ..........Valid passport ..........Immunizations/vaccinations ..........Personal supplies (e.g. hiking boots, clothing, etc.) ..........One-way airfare to Juan Santa Maria airport, Costa Rica ..........Academic credit To Register for courses: For 26 day courses a non-refundable deposit of $575.00 US/person is required to secure space in a course. Full payment is due 60 days prior to departure (postmarked by mail does not count). We recommend that you book early as spaces on courses fill quickly and are limited to 20 participants. Courses are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis in sequential order beginning with Session #1. When Session #1 is full we place your name on a waiting list for the next available course. For information on terms and conditions please click here. For applications please click here.  E-mail: earthquestcanada@yahoo.com Executive Director & Senior Instructor D. Jolly, B.Sc. EARTHQUEST (Canada) for the Environment 8122 Rogers Rd. S., RR #5 Aylmer, Ontario, Canada N5H 2R4 ©copyright EARTHQUEST (Canada) for the Environment Website designed and maintained by D. Jolly Last Updated 02/07/08