Category Archives: International Experience
Thiruvananthapuram
January 10 – Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala (Written by Aubree Pack, photos by James Hearsum, video by Aubree Pack) Say THAT five times really fast! (Seeds at the local market we visited) After arriving in India from Dubai (and surviving the airport … Continue reading
Al Ain Wildlife Park and Resort
January 9 – Al Ain, Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) (Written by Raakel Toppila, photos and video by Aubree Pack) (Although Al Ain Wildlife park is currently a zoo, it’s focus on conservation includes plant life) We began our day … Continue reading
Oman Botanic Garden
January 8 – Oman (Written by Felicia Yu and photos by Ashby Leavell) One wouldn’t think that such a good time could be had in a garden that so far consists of a nursery, one planted habitat area, a variety … Continue reading
O-man, what a day!
January 7, 2011 (written by and photos by Aubree Pack) The Dubai International Airport We’ve arrived! This is just a quick note to let everyone know that both groups (one from the states and one from the UK) arrived at … Continue reading
International Experience 2011 – a sneek peek
Photo courtesy of Dallas Stribley The countdown is on. The first year fellows and Longwood staff members Matt Taylor and Pandora Young will be departing in January for…the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and India! Planning the trip has been a … Continue reading
The Citizens of Kruger Park
Here’s a glimpse of some lovely mammalians we met during our safari….
Purveyors of Fine Biltong
As we traveled through South Africa, we came across a handful of vocabulary terms, pronunciations and meanings unique to the country. Here they are for your viewing pleasure, and as an excuse for our potentially altered speech upon return! 2010: … Continue reading
January 23, 2010: Sterkfontein Caves, Cradle of Humankind
We have arrived back in the US! On our last day in South Africa we journeyed back in time to the the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site and visited the Sterkfontein Caves. Sterkfontein is the site of discoveries of … Continue reading
January 22, 2010: Johannesburg’s City Parks & Friendly People
Today was one busy and boisterous day! We met with managers from Johannesburg City Parks (JCP), who generously lent their time for a whirlwind tour of greening projects throughout the city. Alan Buff, Senior Manager of Technical Support and Training, … Continue reading
January 21, 2010: Brenthurst Gardens
We landed safely in soggy Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa, and swam quickly through flooded streets to Brenthurst Gardens. The estate has been the home of the Oppenheimer family since 1922 and over time has transformed into a … Continue reading
