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Chinijo Archipelago: a tourism dilemma

Posted on September 12, 2015 by wcturgeon

Our text introduces us to these off islands which are part of the chain of Canary Islands.  The main islands of Tenerife and Grand Canary are popular tourist destinations for Europeans, although not for Americans given their distance from our … Continue reading →

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Fernando de Naronha

Posted on September 10, 2015 by wcturgeon

What do spinner dolphins look like? And yet another spectacular recording:    

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Jan Mayen Island

Posted on September 8, 2015 by wcturgeon

I found this wonderful video on this isolated Arctic island.  

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Curiosity

Posted on August 30, 2015 by wcturgeon

As you begin your college career, try to find your inner four year old.  You remember–when you asked “Why?” all the time?  Curiosity is the driving engine of creativity and success.  What are you most curious about?  Go ahead, post … Continue reading →

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Traveling With An Open Mind – HOLSTEE

Posted on July 12, 2015 by wcturgeon

While vacations can be a moment to relax and unwind, travel is a time to fully engage, explore and see everything as new, invigorating and possible. Source: Traveling With An Open Mind – HOLSTEE

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What makes an island an island?

Posted on July 12, 2015 by wcturgeon

In a way our entire planet is an island, floating in the Solar System, our galaxy, the universe.  Our continents have drifted around the globe over millions of years, joining and parting as they ended up in the earth we … Continue reading →

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