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EVENT INFORMATION

The Appalachian Trail: Experiential Ecology 13168

Event Sponsor: Other Association or Organization

Event Type: Seminar/Workshop

Primary Category: Teachers

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Event Dates: 3/21/2010 through 3/25/2010

Brief Description: Marked by white blazes or mountaintop cairns, the Appalachian Trail winds across scenic ridges and valleys for more than 2,100 miles. From the perceptions of millions of hikers, it has gained a reputation as a place of solitude and natural beauty. Study the history of those whose pioneering vision like Benton MacKaye came to see the trail as a “cultural and national treasure.” Explore the diversity of forest growth, flowering shrubs, and wildflowers, as we investigate a wide array of ecosystems and habitats. Experience some of the tremendous diversity of biota the trail offers as we study the migrating birds overhead and the animals that share this environment. We will increase our awareness of how to minimize our impact on the backcountry as we hike areas of the Appalachian Trail such as Albert Mountain, Max Patch Bald, and Lover’s Leap. The expanded ecological awareness and appreciation for experiential learning we gain on the trail can be shared with students of all ages. "Registration begins September 29, 2009.”

Location: North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching

Address: Cullowhee Campus

City: Cullowhee

State:NC

CONTACT INFORMATION

Name: Teacher Services

E-mail Address: registrar@nccat.org

Phone Number: 800.922.0482

Web Site: www.nccat.org