In addition to many kilometers of sand and gravel beaches, Lesvos has the world's second largest petrified forest . Greece, and Lesvos in particular, could be considered a developing area on the eastern edge of the western world. The country is working toward meeting western Europe standards as part of the European community. Tavernas, restaurants and fast-food establishments are close by in the city of Mytilene and offer typical Greek food at reasonable prices. During June, daytime temperatures range from 80-95 degrees with little or no humidity.
Evenings feature cool breezes off the Aegean Sea.
This three-week program, excluding travel time, is available for four academic credits. The program is intended for undergraduates with no prior experiance in geoscience or environmental studies and science teachers working on their recertification credit. This deposit will be applied to the course fees. Further payment deadlines will be communicated to the student at the time of acceptance. For an Application form, click here.