ORGT Eco-Adventure in Costa Rica

ORGT Eco-Adventure in Costa Rica
December 12-20, 2009
http://www.crc.gatech.edu/orgt/international/

In December 2009, Outdoor Recreation at Georgia Tech (ORGT) will offer its first international Eco-Adventure to Costa Rica! Known for its variety of outdoor opportunities and its exotic wildlife, Costa Rica is the perfect location for an adventure vacation. From coastal kayaking off the beach of Manuel Antonio to canyoneering and a jungle canopy tour, this trip has it all! Activities will include:

* Class III-IV Whitewater River Rafting
* Canyoneering
* Hiking through the Rainforest
* Coastal Kayak Touring
* Jungle Canopy Tour
* Snorkeling
* Adventure Education

While exploring, trip members will experience full cultural immersion with local Costa Ricans, highlighted by living and working closely with a family on a local, organic farm. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy, explore and engross themselves in the Costa Rican way of life.

Online sign-up begins on Monday, August 17, 2009. There will be a mandatory, pre-departure training session to prepare for the physical rigors of the trip, especially the challenging hikes through the rainforest.

ORGT has partnered with “Go Green Adventure Company” to create a trip which lessens the negative impact of travelers on the environment. Mindful of vulnerable areas, trip leaders will plan activities in designated locations to reduce harm to the local habitat; but our efforts to protect the environment do not stop there. A portion of the funds from this trip will subsidize efforts to plant trees, rescue sea turtles, and build communities in Costa Rica.

Details

* Who: GT Students are given priority, but the trip is open to all!
* When: December 12-20, 2009 (see web site for calendar of events)
* Where: Costa Rica
* Cost*: $700 (students), $1000 (non-students) *Airfare is not included.
* Contact:

Leigh Jackson-Magennis, Assistant Director, ORGT
leigh.jackson@crc.gatech.edu
404.894.6267