Trip at a Glance
- Hands-on studies of marine reserves and marine resource management
- Underwater research and community service
- Sailing voyage to St. Barts and Statia
- Scuba training and certification
- Island and rainforest exploration
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Experience required:Students who are not certified divers arrive one day early to begin the PADI Open Water Diver course. Call us for more information.
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Ages:Teens finishing grades 9–12, grouped into separate trips of 10–12 participants by age
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Length:22 day trips starting in June and July
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Tuition:$4,880, plus an additional $290 for non-certified participants who arrive a day early to begin their PADI scuba course
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Location:The Leeward Islands – Saba, Statia, St. Barts
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Community service:25+ hours
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Number of dives:18+
Additional activities include:
- Rainforest hikes
- Island exploration
- Community service
- Glass bead making workshops
Certifications offered:
- AWARE Fish Identification
- AWARE Coral Reef Conservation
- Tropical Marine Biology
- Advanced Open Water Diver
- Open Water Diver
Credit Earned:
- High school and/or three college academic credits through Lesley University 25+ community service hours
Academic Evaluation:
- Two exams, quizzes, paper, journal
Program Comparison:
- Use the AT Program Comparison Chart to pick the best trip for you.
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