This is in response to the following assignment:
Did you think of any new ideas that might be fun for students in the future? How would they relate to tropical limnology or to aquatics in general? If you have some ideas on this, what could the activity be for students in a summer course? We are also considering a semester-long experience...what are your thoughts on this?
Did you think of any new ideas that might be fun for students in the future? How would they relate to tropical limnology or to aquatics in general? If you have some ideas on this, what could the activity be for students in a summer course? We are also considering a semester-long experience...what are your thoughts on this?
There are plenty of places to explore. Waterfalls, pools, and rivers obviously relate to limnology and aquatics. Take along snorkels and explore the life in the waters, and search for snails. Places of interest may include: Dubuc Falls, Boli Falls, Spanny Waterfalls, Brandy Falls, Chauiere Pool, Soltoun Falls, Trois Basin, and the Indian River. I saw a few signs for different adventure groups like Wacky Rollers doing river tubing and kayak tours.
I saw that Wacky Rollers also has a high ropes course. It could be a great investment for Clemson at the Springfield Plantation to set up a ropes course and drum up some more business. That would be a great way to get people working together, learning about their strengths, overcoming fears, and working through challenges. They could get up-close and personal with the forest canopy and have a chance at seeing more wildlife. Open the course to other travelers by advertising with Fort Young Hotel and others, and open the course to locals. Of course, it's a lot of logistics work with waivers, harnesses, and cover charges, but it would definitely be worth it to anyone who tries it.
What are the Jacko Steps? Is that a good spot to view parrots?
For snorkelling spots, one might consider the underwater volcanoes and springs off the coast of Pte Ronde near Portsmouth in addition to Champagne Reef. Other interesting spots for aquatic life could be Rodney's Rock and Rina's Hole & Whaleshark Reef.
For a historical and cultural perspective, perhaps groups could view the homes of Lennox Honychurch and Elma Napier, etc.
Now for Freshwater Lake, the spot that seems like a great place to hold classes for US University students as well as Dominicans looking to further and enrich their education. Just based on what is already there, kayaking and/or snorkelling in the lake would be a great way to take a look at the limnological life. If Dr. Hains' plan works out, taking small boats out there to survey the depth of the lake and do other research would be great. In making a map of the underwater surface of lake, one could open up so many possibilities in research and maybe even economics. Clemson and other students would not only benefit, but also the local businesses, as there is already a concession stand. This has Top 20 University potential because Clemson University could be economically supporting and educating another country while providing Clemson students with cross-cultural awareness, economic studies, and scientific process skills. It is a long-term investment and thus can generate more revenue and scientific data as a semester-long program than only short summer programs can offer. The best idea for this is to get underclassmen interested by bringing them on the shorter trips in the summer and then inviting them to return for a semester abroad. Of course, there will be some adventurous folks who want to jump straight in to a semester program, and the more the merrier!
I saw that Wacky Rollers also has a high ropes course. It could be a great investment for Clemson at the Springfield Plantation to set up a ropes course and drum up some more business. That would be a great way to get people working together, learning about their strengths, overcoming fears, and working through challenges. They could get up-close and personal with the forest canopy and have a chance at seeing more wildlife. Open the course to other travelers by advertising with Fort Young Hotel and others, and open the course to locals. Of course, it's a lot of logistics work with waivers, harnesses, and cover charges, but it would definitely be worth it to anyone who tries it.
What are the Jacko Steps? Is that a good spot to view parrots?
For snorkelling spots, one might consider the underwater volcanoes and springs off the coast of Pte Ronde near Portsmouth in addition to Champagne Reef. Other interesting spots for aquatic life could be Rodney's Rock and Rina's Hole & Whaleshark Reef.
For a historical and cultural perspective, perhaps groups could view the homes of Lennox Honychurch and Elma Napier, etc.
Now for Freshwater Lake, the spot that seems like a great place to hold classes for US University students as well as Dominicans looking to further and enrich their education. Just based on what is already there, kayaking and/or snorkelling in the lake would be a great way to take a look at the limnological life. If Dr. Hains' plan works out, taking small boats out there to survey the depth of the lake and do other research would be great. In making a map of the underwater surface of lake, one could open up so many possibilities in research and maybe even economics. Clemson and other students would not only benefit, but also the local businesses, as there is already a concession stand. This has Top 20 University potential because Clemson University could be economically supporting and educating another country while providing Clemson students with cross-cultural awareness, economic studies, and scientific process skills. It is a long-term investment and thus can generate more revenue and scientific data as a semester-long program than only short summer programs can offer. The best idea for this is to get underclassmen interested by bringing them on the shorter trips in the summer and then inviting them to return for a semester abroad. Of course, there will be some adventurous folks who want to jump straight in to a semester program, and the more the merrier!
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