Guyana, South America

The Global Field Program through Miami University is a master's program that changes attitudes and behaviors towards our Earth. It promotes a love of this planet, its systems and processes, its species and resources, its ecosystems and interactions, and the Homo sapiens who have the responsibility of using it sustainably.

The amazing Kaiteur Falls. I have seen the beauty of this Earth, and I have the responsibility to bring it to others, show them how fragile it is, and inspire them to save it. 

A momma spider monkey looking down from above.  A beautiful species hidden deep in the rainforest and affected by humans' excessive need for their home which provides resources that we throw away after one use. 

This is Junior. A vibrant young Makushi who lives in Surama, Guyana. He shared his knowledge of the rainforest with us as one of our guides. He even taught us traditional practices, such as making this arrow for hunting.  

The Makushi culture was stifled through years of colonization. They are now reviving old traditions and creating a new culture based on what little was preserved.  They graciously shared their way of life, beliefs, traditions, and ecological knowledge with us. 

The top of Turtle Mountain in Iwokrama is special.  It is one of the last pristine places in the world where you can see so much forest at one time. What an amazing opportunity to experience the beauty of this world in one breathtaking view. As I was looking out, a pair of Macaws flew below me, just above the canopy, in a synchronized flow.  I never want to be the reason that they lose their unique home.