During each winter and summer from 1990 to 2001, Island Expedition surveyed and researched dolphins and whales in the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos and especially in the Mouchoir and Silver Banks. Although the highlight of these winter quarters included months of recorded observations of humpback whale behaviour, much of it from the bow of the 300 foot wreck "Polyxeni, " students also traveled an average of 3,000 miles each winter learning and documenting the people and the environment. Making presentations to schools, analyzing marine debris, pollution and degradation, and assisting with local residents and park wardens is also an important part of these internships.

   As cultural and environmental awareness has become of great concern for many countries worldwide, Island Expedition looks forward to making its contribution. As we travel in different countries, specific dates on our callendar will allow you to visit us anytime.

   Training islanders in the fields of environmental science such as coastal management, waste management, sustainable tourism development (ecotourism) is imperative. Island Expedition and the School at sea offers the possibility for only a small numbers of students to participate, and therefore hope to influence others to run similar programs in islands throughout the world.

   ATTENTION : There will be two sets of 7 day internships this spring and summer in April and July. Observations of and swimming with dophins will take place along with an ethnographic expedition. Dragan Popov, director and founder of Island Expedition, will be leading the trips. The trips will present Island Expeditions' education and research at sea and also current information on The Bahamas' ecosystems, biodiversity, marine life and some of the environmental efforts existing today.

   Island Expedition has a variety of books and videos describing in detail the internships The books, videos and any other information can be ordered by clicking below.