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THE ARCTIC TRIP DETAILS
Around the globe, seasons are shifting, weather • This exclusive 4-day/3-night expedition takes
patterns are changing and temperatures are rising. place on the remote Arctic tundra.
Warming in Alaska is thawing permafrost, decreasing
Arctic sea ice, changing ecosystems, and threatening • Experienced local guides will take guests by boat to
the traditional livelihoods of Native Alaskans. This is prime viewing locations. Each of these excursion
especially true in Alaska’s Arctic. will last approximately 3 hours, providing guests
with multiple opportunities for bear-viewing and
The Nature Conservancy is using cutting-edge science
to understand how climate change will affect Alaska’s photography.
vital lands and waters. By integrating that science in • Guests will be joined Bob Waldrop, accomplished
our conservation planning, we can more effectively wildlife photographer and Board of Trustees
mitigate potential problems before they occur.
member for The Nature Conservancy in Alaska.
Using our ability to convene diverse groups, find • Scheduled for September 23-26, 2018, the
market solutions and build economically sound expedition is limited to five guests.
programs, we are changing the conversation about • For more information contact Lynne Mecum at
climate change and working to understand the impacts
and opportunities it brings. 312.590.9109 or Lynne.Mecum@tnc.org.
PHOTO CREDITS: Bob Waldrop
