Inquiry Question:

What is being do to protect critical habitats and species and how can I help?

As a result of participating in this Discovery Week course students will:

• Explore various ecosystems including Rainforest, Mangrove Forest, and Coral Reef
• Learn various field science techniques for studying ecosystems and wildlife
• Increase fitness and enjoy satisfaction from personal achievements
• Increase awareness of conservation efforts and scientific exploration in various ecosystems
• Gain knowledge of the culture of Malaysia

Course Description/Itinerary:

Please find below a preliminary outline of how our week will run. This may change, and we will update here if it does.

• Day 1: Flight to Singapore (SIN Changi Airport), travel to Sedili, Malaysia
• Day 2: Ferry to Tioman Island, team building activities and tide pool investigations
• Day 3: Rainforest exploration hike, conservation activities, local culture activities
• Day 4: Rocky Seashore & Mangrove investigation
• Day 5: Beach cleanup, coral reef snorkeling investigation, Rohingya Refugee School visit
• Day 6: Return to Sedili, Malaysia and beach cleanup
• Day 7: Return home. Flight from Singapore (SIN Changi Airport) to Seoul

Requirements/Considerations:

In order to participate in this course, students must:

• Must be able to walk long distances
• Must be able to swim and snorkel (with a PFD-personal flotation device)
• Must be comfortable with eating new and interesting foods
• Must be willing to communicate and work with others
• Sunday-Saturday

Approximate Cost: $1600-1800 USD

Dates: November 3, 2019 - November 9, 2019 (possibly early morning November 10, depending on flights)

Sponsors: Mr. Breedlove & Mrs. Yap

Course Location: Tioman Island, Malaysia

Course Category: Adventure and Skill Development

Student Leaders: Contact sponsors in interested