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CORAL REEF ECOLOGY - BIOM 472
DR. JAMES HUNT - EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY 

PLEASE NOTE: This is a travel course*

Course Description:
Coral reefs are unique assemblages of life and one of the most appealing ecosystems in marine science. The unique biology of corals allows high productivity and diversity in an area that should produce very little. The focus of this course is to introduce you to the unique aspects of coral reefs, and to give you a working knowledge of reef species and reef ecology.

The Field Station fee includes airfare, shared housing, scuba dives, meals, and other trip fees. The fee does not include University tuition. 

General Description of Field Activities:
One week at the Chincoteague Bay Field Station. Two weeks in Roatan, Honduras. SCUBA certification required. Will dive 20-25 times over two weeks along a variety of coral formations.

Prerequisites:
  • two semesters of college biology with labs
  • Up to date passport 
  • Have (or will have) a valid scuba certification

Required Textbook or Supplies:  
SCUBA certification
Textbook TBD

Number of Students:
6-12

2022 Chincoteague Bay Field Station Fee*:

Field Station fee:  Approximately $6,000 - $7,000 dependent on enrollment
Deposit:  $700 at time of registration

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Fees are subject to change at the discretion of the board of directors
* Does not include university tuition or fees. For specific policy on CBFS fees, click HERE. ​
Register for Summer 2022
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  • HOME
  • University & Research
    • SUMMER COURSES >
      • REGISTRATION & FEES
      • STUDENT LIFE
    • FIELD TRIPS >
      • FACILITIES
      • ACTIVITIES & SITES
      • FIELD TRIP FEES
    • RESEARCH >
      • STUDENT RESEARCH
      • FACULTY & INDEPENDENT RESEARCH
    • Alternative Spring Break
  • PROGRAMS
    • SCHOOL PROGRAMS >
      • GENERAL INFO
      • CLASSES
      • OUTREACH
      • FAQ
      • FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
    • YOUTH CAMPS >
      • DAY CAMPS
      • OVERNIGHT CAMPS
      • CAMP ACTIVITIES
      • FAQ
    • ROAD SCHOLAR >
      • Bicycling the Eastern Shore of Virginia
      • Birding Virginia's Eastern Shore
      • Discover the Islands of Virginia's Eastern Shore
      • Kayaking the Eastern Shore
      • Share a Marine Science Adventure with your Grandchild
    • FAMILY CAMPS
    • FRIDAY ADVENTURE SERIES >
      • FRIDAY ADVENTURE SERIES BIKE TOUR
      • FRIDAY ADVENTURE SERIES KAYAKING
      • MARSH MYSTERIES CLASS
      • INTERTIDAL EXPLORERS
    • HOMESCHOOL
    • CUSTOM PROGRAMS
    • SCOUTS
    • COMMUNITY PROGRAMS >
      • SPARK CREEKWATCHERS
      • FAMILY LEARNING/FAMILY FUN DAYS
      • HISTORY OF SPARK
    • TEACHER WORKSHOPS
    • SPECIAL EVENTS >
      • PHOTOGRAPHY SUMMIT
      • COILED BASKETRY WORKSHOP
      • SERVING UP THE SHORE
      • MARSH FEST
  • ABOUT US
    • STAFF/CONTACT US
    • RENTALS
    • EMPLOYMENT
    • INTERNSHIPS
    • KIDS TO CAMP SCHOLARSHIP
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    • 50 Years >
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      • History
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