Tundra Science and Culture Camp July 27-August 5

High school students who are interested in learning about the unique tundra ecosystem up in the Barrenlands may want to check out the Tundra Science and Culture Camp this summer.

The camp is held at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, GNWT's Tundra Ecosystem Research Station at Daring Lake,300 km northeast of Yellowknife.  This year's camp runs from July 27 - August 5.  Participants discover the area's natural and human history from both scientific and traditional knowledge perspectives.  They'll learn about tundra wildlife, birds, plants, and geology --as well as archaeology and Aboriginal history and culture that also tell Daring Lake's story.  Students not only learn from scientists, Dene elders, researchers and conservation education specialists, they also have fun!  They hike, swim, fish, play games, and take part in cultural activies such as Dene handgames, drumming, and storytelling. 

Students who are interested in joining this year's Tundra Science and Culture Camp can contact their science teacher for more information and an application form.