Atheneum School

2010 Spring Marine Biology Trip to Seward and Homer

Tuesday, May 4- Saturday, May 8

Our marine biology trip will be an exciting opportunity for the entire school to learn more about the
scientific and social issues affecting our immediate environment.

The total cost for the trip is $150 per person. We ask that you pay this amount in advance so that we
can pre-register for festival events and purchase groceries. Students should bring additional spending
money for drinks and miscellaneous purchases.

Please return the attached permission form, waiver and the $150 registration fee by Friday, April
30. This trip is an integral part of the school year and is thus mandatory. Students who are unable to
attend must provide a letter of explanation from their parents accounting for their absence. Please
contact the office if the cost of the trip poses any problem.

While in Seward, we have arranged an optional 4 hr. Kenai Fjord Wildlife Tour for $80 per person. A
lunch will be served on board. Last year our students spotted the returning whales. Though this tour is
optional, we strongly encourage those who have not gone on this trip in Resurrection Bay to do so! This
is a great opportunity for our students to immerse themselves in the wonders and beauty of Resurrection
Bay.

Activities this year may include:

Discussion and seminars on ocean renewable energy potential and marine bio-diversity
Tide pool studies at Lowe Point and Bishop’s Beach
Video presentations on migrating birds, the unique estuary system in Homer, and marine biology
Field study, workshops, and other events throughout the Shorebird Festival in Homer

BASIC ITINERARY
May 4, Tuesday
Depart from the school @ 8:00 am
Arrive in Seward by 11:00 am
12 noon – 4:00pm: Wildlife Cruise for those participating.
We will be staying at: Resurrection Lutheran Church, Pastor Ron, 224-3628

May 5, Wednesday
Depart from Seward. Arrive in Homer in the afternoon, head for the Shorebird Festival.
We will be staying at: Christian Community Church, Theresa, 235-8291.
Optional: Camping, weather and beach condition permitting

May 6, Thursday
The day will be spent studying the low tidal pools at Bishop’s Beach. We will be staying at the
same church as above.

May 7, Friday
Center for Coastal Studies scheduled field study workshop
Shorebird Festivities (selected science presentations). We will be staying at TBA.

May 8, Saturday
Drive home to Anchorage. We will let parents know when to expect us back at the school once
we are on the road. We usually return to Anchorage by 2:30-3:00pm.