Travel for Credit: Environmental Science in Churchill
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Day 1: Board a flight to Winnipeg
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking Tour of The Forks
Visit the Manitoba Museum
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Day 2: Winnipeg | Churchill
Board an internal flight to Churchill
Arrive in Churchill
- the Polar Bear Capital of the World. Begin your arctic adventure in this tiny, fly-in community on the shores of the Hudson Bay. Make your way to your homebase for the week, the Churchill Northern Studies Centre, a working research station that hosts scientists and researchers from around the globe.
Learn more about Churchill and the challenges the town faces as you watch the documentary film 'Know I'm Here'
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Day 3: Churchill
Current research presentation - hear all about the critical research being done at the CNSC and the impacts it will have.
Hands-on wet lab experiment or data collection activity at the CNSC
Guided tidal flats walk - head to Bird Cove for an interpretive low tide walk and the chance to spot local birds
Evening Lecture - Students will present their own research on Belugas
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Day 4: Churchill
Kayaking adventure with belugas in the Hudson Bay - witness the thrilling sights (and sounds) as the largest population of belugas in the world makes the Churchill area their summer home.
STEM Careers exploration activity with staff at the CNSC
Green Building Tour of the CNSC - learn the history of the Churchill Northern Studies Centre and its environmentally friendly 27,000 sq. ft. LEED-certified research station.
'Rocket Greens' sustainable hydroponic garden tour & talk
Evening Lecture - Students will present their own research on Belugas
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Day 5: Churchill
Guided Estuary Boat Tour - marvel at the pods of up to 3,500 belugas from a zodiac boat at the mouth of the Churchill River. Keep your eyes peeled to hopefully spot Polar bear on the shore (polar bear sightings are not guaranteed)
Guided Ramsey Trail Hike - deepen your knowledge of the subarctic on a guided walk through the tundra forest.
Guided Rocket Range Tour - enjoy a guided tour of the Churchill Rocket Research Range National Historic Site – built in 1954 – and learn about its ties to the Canadian Space Agency and NASA.
Evening Lecture - Students will present their own research on Belugas
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Day 6: Churchill
Guided tour of Churchill & Town murals
Visit the Parks Canada Interpretive Centre to learn about the ecology and human history of Wapusk National Park
Visit Polar Bears International House - a centre focused on educating about polar bears and the challenges they face in a warming climate.
Cultural Talk with a local Indigenous elder
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Day 7: Churchill | Winnipeg
Board an internal flight back to Winnipeg
Free time to explore Winnipeg
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Day 8: Depart for home
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Day 1: Board a flight to Winnipeg
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking Tour of The Forks
Visit the Manitoba Museum
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Day 2: Winnipeg | Churchill
Board an internal flight to Churchill
Arrive in Churchill
- the Polar Bear Capital of the World. Begin your arctic adventure in this tiny, fly-in community on the shores of the Hudson Bay. Make your way to your homebase for the week, the Churchill Northern Studies Centre, a working research station that hosts scientists and researchers from around the globe.
Learn more about Churchill and the challenges the town faces as you watch the documentary film 'Know I'm Here'
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Day 3: Churchill
Current research presentation - hear all about the critical research being done at the CNSC and the impacts it will have.
Hands-on wet lab experiment or data collection activity at the CNSC
Guided tidal flats walk - head to Bird Cove for an interpretive low tide walk and the chance to spot local birds
Evening Lecture - Students will present their own research on Belugas
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Day 4: Churchill
Kayaking adventure with belugas in the Hudson Bay - witness the thrilling sights (and sounds) as the largest population of belugas in the world makes the Churchill area their summer home.
STEM Careers exploration activity with staff at the CNSC
Green Building Tour of the CNSC - learn the history of the Churchill Northern Studies Centre and its environmentally friendly 27,000 sq. ft. LEED-certified research station.
'Rocket Greens' sustainable hydroponic garden tour & talk
Evening Lecture - Students will present their own research on Belugas
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Day 5: Churchill
Guided Estuary Boat Tour - marvel at the pods of up to 3,500 belugas from a zodiac boat at the mouth of the Churchill River. Keep your eyes peeled to hopefully spot Polar bear on the shore (polar bear sightings are not guaranteed)
Guided Ramsey Trail Hike - deepen your knowledge of the subarctic on a guided walk through the tundra forest.
Guided Rocket Range Tour - enjoy a guided tour of the Churchill Rocket Research Range National Historic Site – built in 1954 – and learn about its ties to the Canadian Space Agency and NASA.
Evening Lecture - Students will present their own research on Belugas
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Day 6: Churchill
Guided tour of Churchill & Town murals
Visit the Parks Canada Interpretive Centre to learn about the ecology and human history of Wapusk National Park
Visit Polar Bears International House - a centre focused on educating about polar bears and the challenges they face in a warming climate.
Cultural Talk with a local Indigenous elder
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Day 7: Churchill | Winnipeg
Board an internal flight back to Winnipeg
Free time to explore Winnipeg
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Day 8: Depart for home
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Everything you get
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Transportation
Round-trip transportation on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach through the tour.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Tours and Activities
Sightseeing tours led by expert and licensed local guides; tickets to all activities.
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Customary gratuities
To make things even easier we’ve included all tips to show appreciation to your Tour Director, local guides, and bus driver at the end of your tour.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
Pricing that makes travel possible
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