After 6 months of preparing, we are finally aboard the R/V Coral Reef II. In early February, the application for High School Marine Biology 2009 was released. 100 eager applicants applied for this once in a lifetime opportunity, but only 20 students were lucky enough to be accepted. After acceptance, orientation quickly passed by, and in no time at all, pre-trip classes were upon us.
Today, 10 of those original students had their dreams come true. The flight to Miami was short compared to the amount of time we have waited for this moment. We eagerly boarded the R/V Coral Reef II and are awaiting our time of departure to Bimini, Bahamas.
When our instructors asked us what we would most like to see on our trip, sharks were on the top of the list. The boys are most eager to see a Hammerhead shark, while the girls seem to want to encounter less intimidating animals. We have all been assigned our tasks to maintain the boat's good condition, and our eager to do so with smiling faces. Good attitude is important for an enjoyable and fun trip- none of us seem to be lacking this. Tomorrow will prove who the early risers are as we will Miami at 5 AM.
Bon Voyage
Megan Glowacz & Erica Knox
That is so awesome what these students are doing. I wish them sunny days at the bahamas. Enjoy yourself!!!!