Sorry not to get a post up last night, but all of our schedules have been altered due to an overnight beach study. We left the beauty of La Anita after breakfast and made our way to the big city of Liberia for a short stop for treats, then on to the dry forest research station Horizontes. After settling in and lunch, John Doleman led us in a debriefing from the research experience and an observation exercise in our new location.
After an introduction to sea turtles from the lead researcher Bibi, we headed off to the beach with our blankets. We were on the beach from 9pm until 2am. Unfortunately our sweeps did not lead to a turtle and we packed up to head back for a few hours of sleep.
The main challenge we have dealt with over the past 48 hours has been a virus. We are keeping the few students infected well-hydrated and out of the sun. We have set up separate sleeping and bathroom facilities for those who are well to contain the spread. Although it is not pleasant, the virus seems to be short-lived. The first two to feel the effects are already back to their normal selves. If you have questions, I will be checking back to respond to comments throughout the day while I stay back to care for the few individuals who aren't feeling well. I will also check my email periodically if you have specific questions. (lrupp@flaschools.org) As a side-note, Mr.Leventhal along with a few students and I, are interested in writing this up as a case-study. Our scientific research continues!
Lynda Rupp
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