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Hands-On along the Downeast Coast: THOR Students Experience Place-Based Learning in Machias
Students in the Tourism, Hospitality, and Outdoor Recreation (THOR) Institute’s August 2026 Vacationland course (REM 210: Nature-based Tourism and Sustainable Development, Maine Coastal Kayaking and Conservation) recently swapped traditional lecture halls for the waters and rugged coastline of Downeast Maine. Rooted in experiential, place-based learning, the multi-day course introduced students… Read More about Hands-On along the Downeast Coast: THOR Students Experience Place-Based Learning in Machias
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Adventure Costa Rica – Spring 2026
Check out this fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the amazing ecotourism destination of Costa Rica – while discovering the true meaning of “pura vida!” Students will learn about sustainable nature-based tourism in the Talamanca and Caribbean regions by exploring wildlife protection sites, hiking in national parks and reserves, snorkeling… Read More about Adventure Costa Rica – Spring 2026
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REM 210: Adventure Patagonia
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore nature-based tourism and sustainable development like never before in January 2025! REM 210: Nature-Based Tourism & Sustainable Development: Adventure Patagonia is being offered through University of Maine at Machias, but is open to any and all University of Maine System students. There is limited… Read More about REM 210: Adventure Patagonia
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Vacationland Course at University of Maine at Machias
Students who participated in our latest Vacationland course at the University of Maine at Machias had the opportunity to immerse themselves in their surroundings like never before with sea kayaking excursions and more (including an overnight camping trip)! As you can see, students in REM 210: Nature-Based Tourism & Sustainable… Read More about Vacationland Course at University of Maine at Machias
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New Vacationland Course in Machias
What better way to wrap up your summer than on the coast of Maine? Join us for our newest Vacationland course at the University of Maine at Machias this August for what will surely be a memorable experience! Nature-Based Tourism & Sustainable Development, Maine Coastal Kayaking & Conservation is a… Read More about New Vacationland Course in Machias
