1. Italy Adventure History, Science and the Cultural Treasures of Italy Rome, Tuscany, Vesuvius, Florence, Pisa and Siena. Hands-on exploration from the mysterious buried city of Pompeii, to the Leaning Tower, and from Michelangelo’s David to the Roman Forum. History, Science and the Cultural Treasures of Italy Rome, Tuscany, Vesuvius, Florence, Pisa and Siena. Hands-on exploration from the mysterious buried city of Pompeii, to the Leaning Tower, and from Michelangelo’s David to the Roman Forum.

2. Earth Explore Italy Adventure Quick Facts 9 day program First class hotel accommodations Local resource experts and city guides Dynamic mix of culture, history and science 3 meals a day Group size 20-30 1 adult to 5-6 students Students 3 to a room Academic Credit Opptys

3. Italy Adventure Itinerary Our route takes us from Rome, south to Pompeii, Vesuvius and Sorrento on the Mediterranean Sea. North of Rome we enjoy the Tuscan countryside, visit the Leaning Tower at Pisa, explore medieval Siena, and discover the art and cultural treasures of Florence.

4. Brief Highlights of Program St. Peter’s Square The sights of Imperial Rome The Roman Forum, the Coliseum and the Pantheon The Vatican and Sistene Chapel Cultural activities with native Italians

5. Brief Highlights page 2 Exploration of the fabled city of Pompeii Tuscany and the sights of Siena The Leaning Tower of Pisa Florence; art, architecture and Renaissance culture

6. The Earth Explore Foundation Your Planet. Discover it. Protect it. EEF has sponsored Teacher-led educational programs since 1995 Founded by teachers and outdoor educators Mission is to encourage learning in the outdoor classroom - science and cultures More than 5 thousand students from 35 states have participated The EE Foundation is a not for profit, mission-based educational organization All programs can offer credit at HS and College levels

7. Earth Explore Fun and Learning in Inspiring Places

8. Just the Facts-Earth Explore Parents, students and teacher know one another Low adult/student ratio Credit opportunities- always hands-on World’s finest partner organizations An ideal mix of learning and fun adventure Preparation Meetings get students ready for the trip

9. Programs are mission based, emphasizing student- nature connections Not just a Student “Tour” Study the Earth; its environments, history, people and cultures, through fun hands-on exploration Create enduring connections with the natural world Encourage young people to become involved with Planet Earth and its future

10. What happens when? Groups form August through November All Adventures usually full by Thanksgiving Teacher conducts preparation sessions in late winter and spring Usually 4-6 two hour get-togethers Student receives the Naturalist newsletter quarterly, and program Adventure Guide

11. What happens when? Travel Packet arrives in May –Detailed day to day itinerary –Official program cap, field journal, photo credentials, luggage tag, T-shirt

12. Earth Explore Online PDFs to download Academic Credit Outline Fundraising Packet Program Newsletters Student Application Health Form (spring)

13. Earth Explore Adventures Student application process Applications accepted until local group is full, then waitlist is begun If student is not known to teacher, interview is required

14. Earth Explore Adventures Student application process - continued Limited number of positions for each Adventure each season Application can be mailed, faxed, or submitted online

15. Earth Explore Adventures Student application process - continued Lead teacher will have materials or they can be requested from the National Office, or downloaded online Friends or siblings can participate, if group has space

16. Italy Adventure What’s Included - What’s Not All program activities/instruction All meals (3 per day) Hotel and dorm accommodations (no hostels or camping) 2 Travel Manager/Naturalist Guides per group On site resource experts Chaperoning by students’ own teachers Program accident insurance Travel items including cap, t-shirt, journal, luggage tags Academic credit tuition - HS Option for college credit Included Program airfare - Earth Explore arranges this for the group Passport (required) Items of a strictly personal nature (for example souvenirs) Not Included

17. Our Italy Adventure Begin in Rome, city orientation and major sights Guided visits to monuments of Imperial Rome; the Roman Forum, the Pantheon and the Coliseum. Program at St. Peter’s basilica and the Sistene Chapel. Pizza dinner and monuments at night, including Trevi fountain and Piazza Navona Roman Forum and Coliseum The Pantheon

18. Eternal Rome and the Italians Program on the history of Rome Learn about Rome’s many-layered past, from the Roman Empire to the present Meet the Italians and visit a trattatoria to make your own pizza Piazza Navona

19. Rome discoveries Free time discovery of city in small groups to discover the real Rome-Leader supervised

20. To Pompeii and Vesuvius Walk cobblestone streets of buried city Overview of eruption of 79AD and fate of Pompeii’s people Viewing of active archaeological sites

21. Sorrento-Seaside Excursion Visit to Beautiful Sorrento, near Naples, on Mediterranean Coast Chance to shop, splash in warm water, and for free time exploration

22. Tuscany and Siena North of Rome, we enter scenic Tuscany Guided visit to Siena, showcasing some of the finest medieval architecture in Europe Tuscan lunch in the Chianti Valley Siena

23. Tuscany-Gateway to Florence Vineyard and villa, Tuscany City and countryside, Tuscany

24. Florence The treasures of the Renaissance Expert guided tours of the Duomo, piazza della Signoria, and Accademia gallery Viewing of Michelangelo’s David and other works Lunch and dinner in central Florence Supervised exploration of the city on foot, including Ponte Vecchio Accademia Gallery and David Cultural and historic program on art and architecture of Florence Ponte Vecchio Arno River central Florence Florence from Duomo

25. Florence City Views Entire city center has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to cultural significance Florence and Tuscan countryside

26. Return to Rome City and monuments on foot Chance to experience “Eternal City” at own pace Pursue small group discoveries and individual interests Group activities planned include time with Italian young people, and final night farewell dinner Trevi Fountain Coliseum from Roman Forum

27. Rome, Florence, Tuscany and Vesuvius Earth Explore Italy Adventure