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INTERNATIONAL FIELD STUDIES

Spring 2022 Newsletter

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Dr. Walter Ben Bohl Scholarship Fund

The Dr. Walter Ben Bohl Scholarship Fund directly supports both local and international students attending life-changing field study experiences at Forfar Field Station. The scholarship was established to honor and in memory of the many years Ben spent working for International Field Studies as the co-founder and Executive Director of IFS from 1970-2015.

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Ready to Return to Travel?

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As the world reopens, we hope you will think about traveling once again with International Field Studies! We would love to host your school or university group for an immersive field study experience at Forfar. We also welcome family & friend groups of 6 or more for educational and adventurous vacations. 



Read on for the various of upcoming opportunities to visit Forfar and travel with International Field Studies. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more, please email [email protected] or call 614-268-9930 for more information!



IFS continues to mitigate risk and ensure a safe and healthy experience for all of our visitors by following our Covid-19 policies. The IFS Board of Trustees have mandated that all Forfar visitors must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. You can view our additional Covid policies here. 

Gap Year Update

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Upcoming Dates:

Summer: May 31-July 9, 2022 (Full!)

Fall: October 27-December 5, 2022

Winter: January 17-February 25, 2023

Know any recent college graduates looking to gain experience in the science or marine field? Or any post-high school students taking a gap year? They might be interested in our Forfar Marine Science Program! Not familiar with our Forfar Marine Science Program? In short, this 6-week program is open to any students aged 18-24 interested in gaining more experience in marine science and island ecology. Students will learn how to scuba dive (no previous experience necessary), earn 5 internationally recognized certifications, take field-based coastal and marine ecology courses, have the chance to opt into earning college credit, and volunteer with local nonprofits.


Learn more and apply to our 2022 & 2023 Gap Year Programs today: intlfieldstudies.org/forfar-gapyear

Guided Tours with IFS

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Are you interested in traveling solo or with just a few companions? Do you want to join a group of other enthusiastic individuals that share your love of adventure? We would love to have you join us on one of our GUIDED TOURS! Here is what we have coming up: 



Sea Kayaking & Camping in The Exumas: IFS launched the very first Kayaking The Exumas Program in December of 2021. We are excited to offer this off the grid experience again in December 2022! Take a guided kayaking adventure with staff from Forfar and Forfar's Sea Kayak instructor, Steve Harrington, through the diverse coastal environments of The Exumas island chain!



Dates: December 8-15, 2022

Ages: 18+ years old

Price: $1,199 USD

More info: Visit our website for more information and to register! 



Hawaii Off the Beaten Path: Welcoming travelers and outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world, this two week adventure offers an immersive experience in the nature and wildlife of Hawai’i to participants as they expand their knowledge of wildlife conservation while hiking, camping, snorkeling, and exploring the volcanoes of Hawaii alongside Wildlife Conservation Biologist, Brooke Friswold.  



Dates: July 12-26, 2023

Ages: 18+ years old

Price: $1,799 USD

More info: Visit our website for more info and to register! 



Thailand Elephant Conservation: Details coming soon for this Summer 2023 opportunity! This adventure of a lifetime will give you the chance to observe elephants in Kui Buri National Park, learn more about reducing human elephant conflict, participate in community based conservation projects, and maybe even squeeze in some time at the beach! Click here to let us know you're interested! 



Email [email protected] or call 614-268-9930 with any questions!

Alumni & Work Weeks 2022

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We have multiple opportunities this year for you to return to Forfar during one of our Alumni or Volunteer Work Weeks (or both!) 



Alumni Week (July 23-30, 2022): Bring your friends and family for a week at Forfar Field Station to revisit your favorite sites and to enjoy a week on Andros island.



Work Week (December 10-16, 2022): Volunteer at Forfar! Work alongside fellow Forfar Alumni and staff to complete Forfar maintenance projects such as: painting, landscaping, trail maintenance, and more! All skill levels are welcome. This volunteer opportunity also includes a boat day to explore the island, relax, and have fun! 

Learn more about these opportunities and sign up by visiting our website. 

 Online Course & Travel Immersion Trip Updates

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Our travel immersion trip last summer was a huge success! After participating in our Online Intro to Marine Ecosystems course, our students were able to apply what they had learned in the online course and get to see these ecosystems up close and in real life! 



We are running the travel immersion trip again this coming summer, June 4-11, 2022. If you didn't have the chance to take one of our online course sessions, it's not too late! Students that completed our Online Marine Ecosystems Course can participate in our Travel Immersion Trip AND we are also opening up the trip to others who are 16 years of age and up. Once you register for the trip, you will gain access to the online course recordings so you can study them at your own pace in preparation for the trip!



Learn more or enroll today: intlfieldstudies.org/travel-immersion



NOW HIRING - Multiple positions in Ohio and at Forfar

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We are now accepting applications for Forfar educational interns and other positions for the 2022-2023 season. We are also accepting applications for part-time work and internships in our Columbus, Ohio office. Be sure to check our employment page for the various opportunities to join our team! 



Copyright © 2021 International Field Studies, Inc, All rights reserved

1550 Old Henderson Rd. , E268

Columbus, Oh 43220

614-268-9930

[email protected]

www.intlfieldstudies.org

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