Seals!

Yesterday was a beautiful day here in Nova Scotia. We travelled to Keji National Park-Seaside Adjunct. It was much different than the pictures I had posted of Keji's main national park site. This park had few trees and very short, scrubby vegetation. The majority of the trails run right along the coast. It was beautiful. The exciting thing about this day was that we got to see seals! They were adorable! Seeing them in their natural habitat was really neat. They were not at all irritated by our presence. They stared at us and then continued their routine of laying on the rocks and occasionally jumping into the water.

Last night was a somewhat emotional night back at the accomodations. We had a wonderful dinner and then presented gifts to Chris and Christina. Before we left, the group decided that it would be nice to bring a gift for them and a gift for another team member. The gift was to be something that represented the state/area in which we live. We also all shared what the expedition has meant to us and what we plan to do with what we have learned. I think we all came to Nova Scotia with different expectations, but we will all be leaving with the same memories.

My time here was delightful. I so enjoyed meeting teachers from all around the country, but I also enjoyed working with two scientists who have dedicated their work and their lives to environmental protection. It is hard work and requires a great deal of time. Chris and Christina are amazing people. I will never forget them nor will I ever forget the experience I had here in Nova Scotia!