Robert Swann (1990 Laureate) Inspiration Antarctica Expedition Alumni
to speak at Laurel Springs School Symposium

May 2010 Symposium

“Protecting Our Natural Resources Near and Far - Your Local Area, Antarctica and the 2041 Treaty”

Presenter: Mary Maranville, Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator - Resource Conservation District
California Regional Environmental Education Outreach Coordinator IAE - 2010 Inspiration Robert Swann Antarctica Expedition Alumni Graduate

What are natural resources and why should we protect them?  Who believes human systems affect natural systems? How does a visitor prepare for an expedition to Antarctica? Did you know Antarctica is the coldest, driest and highest continent in the world?  What species live in such an extreme environment?  Did you know Antarctica is the last pristine wilderness left on earth and the 2041 Treaty protects Antarctica against government and commercial development and mining until the year 2041?  How is Antarctica connected to your local area and why should we protect it? What environmental challenges do you have in your area?  What steps and work can you do help resolve these issues? 

Live lecture on Monday, May 3rd, 2010, 9am Pacific Standard Time

June, 2010 Symposium

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