18 stories
Conservation
More women than ever are embracing the freedom, adventure and personal growth that come with solo travel. In fact, women account for the majority of solo travelers today, and that number continues to grow in the U.S. and around the world. Many choose group experiences that provide both independence and community while exploring new destinations.
African Safaris
Why hands-on science travel became the highlight of Judy’s retirement—and how it could transform yours. When Judy Wieske retired at age 55 after a 37-year career as a visual information specialist for the federal government, she knew exactly what she wanted to do next: see the world. But not just as a tourist.
African Safaris
By Sarah Wishart Touching Down in the Mara Nearly two days after leaving my home in a chilly Mystic, Connecticut, our 14-seater Cessna plane ground to a halt at the Ngerende Airstrip, a gravel runway within the Olchoro–Oirogua Conservation Ranch just outside Kenya’s Maasai Mara Game Reserve.
Nature & Wildlife
By Brendan Hyatt As the climate continues to change, birds must contend with rising temperatures, shifting precipitation patterns and habitat loss. For many species, these changes threaten nesting habitat, food availability and long-term survival. At the same time, birds are helping scientists better understand how ecosystems respond to environmental change.
United States
By Catie Mino, Earthwatch Academic Facilitator Acadia National Park stretches along Maine’s rugged coastline, encompassing nearly 50,000 acres of forests, rocky shorelines and marine habitats. It was the setting for our research project, Measuring Climate Change in Acadia National Park, where we studied the effects of climate change and ocean acidification on the intertidal zone.
United States
By Sophia Ludtke, Spring Power & Gas Fellow Through the generous support of Spring Power & Gas, I had the opportunity to join 12 other high school students in Acadia National Park with Earthwatch to explore how climate change is affecting biodiversity along Maine’s coast.