[blindkid] Fwd: Announcing 2010 Travel Opportunities for Blind/VI Students

[Carol Castellano]

I was asked to forward the following announcement.
Carol

Carol Castellano, President
National Organization of Parents of Blind Children
973-377-0976
carol_castellano at verizon.net
www.nfb.org/nopbc

>From: Laura Portalupi <laura at globalexplorers.org>
>Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:01:55 -0600
>Subject: Announcing 2010 Travel Opportunities for Blind/VI Students
>To: blindchildren at verizon.net
>
>Dear Carol,
>
>As board president of the National Organization of Parents of Blind 
>Students,  I hope you will help me spread the word about the Global 
>Explorers Leading the Way program.  Would you be so kind as to share 
>the below announcement on listservs that reach educators of blind 
>children, blind students, and parents of blind children?
>
>Thank you so much for your assistance.
>
>Kind regards,
>Laura Portalupi
>
>Leading the Way Intern
>Global Explorers
>420 S. Howes St. Suite B300
>Fort Collins, CO 80521
><http://www.globalexplorers.org/>www.globalexplorers.org
><mailto:laura at globalexplorers.org>laura at globalexplorers.org
>(office) 877.627.1425
>(fax) 970.672.1073
>
>
>Announcing 2010 Travel Opportunities for Blind/VI Students
>
>Here at Global Explorers, we are passionate about providing the most 
>comprehensive and genuine travel experience available to students 
>and educators of all backgrounds and abilities. We are a non-profit 
>organization committed to sustainable tourism and responsible global 
>citizenship.
>
>Developed in partnership with world-renowned blind adventurer Erik 
>Weihenmayer, Global Explorers' nationally-recognized Leading the Way 
>program is our only individual enrollment program. As of this year, 
>students of all physical abilities between the ages of 14 and 21 are 
>welcome to apply. Leading the Way integrates science, service, 
>leadership, and culture, resulting in a life-changing adventure. Far 
>more than just a fun trip, each expedition involves preparatory 
>curriculum prior to travel and a service leadership project post travel.
>
>By making necessary accommodations and focusing on what participants 
>can do, the program prepares students to act on the passions they 
>discover. Through their unique stories, the teams help spread 
>messages of hope and inspiration, while breaking down barriers 
>between those with and without disabilities.
>
>In summer 2010, we are offering two expeditions:
>
>Rim to River Expedition: Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA
>
>July 6-20, 2010 | Price Range: $2,100-2,700 Exact price TBD | We 
>help you fundraise!
>
>In partnership with Grand Canyon Youth 
>(<http://www.gcyouth.org/>www.gcyouth.org), this program provides a 
>once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students of all abilities to 
>explore the wonders of the Grand Canyon from its majestic rim to its 
>world-renowned river.
>
>Yucatan Leadership Program: Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
>
>July 10-18, 2010 | Price range: $2,100-2,700 Exact price TBD | We 
>help you fundraise!
>
>This team will explore leadership development as they venture 
>through the renowned ruins of the Maya Civilization, explore the 
>colorful reefs of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere, kayak along ancient Maya 
>trade routes and swim with the world's largest fish: the whale shark!
>
>What You Can Do
>
>Visit our website to learn more about our program. Students can 
>apply at: 
><http://globalexplorers.wufoo.com/forms/leading-the-way-application/>http://globalexplorers.wufoo.com/forms/leading-the-way-application/. 
>The application deadline is November 15.
>
>Nominate a student online: 
><http://globalexplorers.wufoo.com/forms/2010-nomination-form/>http://globalexplorers.wufoo.com/forms/2010-nomination-form/ 
>and we will follow up with him/her.
>
>To request additional information or material preferences (Braille, 
>LP), please contact me at 
><mailto:laura at globalexplorers.org>laura at globalexplorers.org or 1-877-627-1425.
>
>Sincerely,
>Laura Portalupi
>Leading the Way Intern
>Global Explorers
>420 S. Howes St. Suite B300
>Fort Collins, CO 80521
><http://www.globalexplorers.org/>www.globalexplorers.org
>
><mailto:laura at globalexplorers.org>laura at globalexplorers.org
>
>(office) 877.627.1425
>
>(fax) 970.672.1073