Into the Arctic Skies: Aurora and Astronomy in Churchill
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- I like to spend much of the day exploring
- Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
- Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group
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Program registration begins at 4:00 pm. After you have your room assignment, join us at the Road Scholar table in the lobby to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing the up-to-date schedule that reflects any changes, other important inf...
Walking up to 1.5 miles on pavement and in museum, some standing; snow covered, icy terrain. Dress warmly in layers.
We will transfer by motorcoach to immerse ourselves in the stunning beauty of Aurora Borealis by watching a live planetarium presentation at the ...
The flight to Churchill is approximately 1.5 hours. Walking up to 1 mile on pavement, snow-covered, icy terrain. Dress warmly in layers. PLEASE NOTE: Churchill Northern Studies Centre will provide a final itinerary once you arrive at the centre. The current schedule i...
Walking up to 2 miles, some standing. Dress warmly in layers.
Learn about current research at CNSC and explore the "green building" on a walk around the property with a resident staff member.
Watch a screening of an award winning documentary on climate cha...
Walking up to 2 miles, on slippery, snowy or ice covered terrain. Dress warmly in layers for several hours outside.
Learn about the subarctic in winter during a presentation at the CNSC.
Embark on an exhilarating trip within the tree-line transition zone a...
Walking up to 1 mile, on slippery, snowy or ice covered terrain. Dress warmly in layers for several hours outside. Warming hut and outhouse on site.
This morning’s field trip will feature exploring the former Churchill Research (Rocket) Range with a local expert...
Walking up to 2 miles, on slippery, snowy or ice covered terrain. Dress warmly for the interpretive walk in the morning.
Enjoy an interpretative walk of the Churchill area with an expert.
Study some of the oldest Inuit artifacts and sculptures in Canada at...
The flight to Winnipeg is approximately 1.5 hours.
We say goodbye to the Churchill Northern Studies Centre and transfer to the airport for our flight to Winnipeg.
Our flight from Churchill is scheduled to arrive in Winnipeg at 4:15 p.m. (subject to change)...
Hotel check-out by noon.
If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program....
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