NEW WILMINGTON, Pa.-- Over spring break, many students enjoy traveling home to see their dogs, cats, or other pets. One group, however, is planning to spend their spring break visiting alligators instead.
The Ecotravel class is planning to take a trip over spring break 2027 to South Florida, to focus on the Everglades.
The trip is open to students of all majors and is led by Environmental Studies faculty Dr. Patrick Krantz and Dr. Kerri Duerr.
During the trip to the Everglades, students will have the chance to take part in several new experiences.
“The emphasis of this particular trip is going to be that intersection of people, profit, and planet,” Krantz said.
To support that emphasis, the group will explore the Everglades and South Florida, seeing how residents deal with environmental issues.
“Trying to see how the people…that live and still inhabit that area… have found balance in dealing with modern society, and how we are dealing with climate change.”
One of the major benefits offered on the trip is not only the hands-on experience, but also the fun times that can create memories for students forever. Whether it's gators, reptiles, trees, or snorkeling, there is something for ...