Come explore the Pantanal of Brazil, a complex system of habitats that are undergoing change. In order to understand this change you must find out what makes this region unique, what forces are bringing about this change and why it is an area of the planet worth saving.
Perhaps the animals and plants of this remote part of the world will hold the cures to deadly diseases like AIDS and cancer.
Visit CNN and read "Could the species discoveries of tomorrow lead to cures for disease?"

On July 3rd, 2008 and August 5th, 2008 two teams of students from York High School and Berwick Academy made the long journey deep into the heart of this wilderness in order to assist scientists as they struggle to understand and protect this dynamic collection of ecosystems.

Explore this website and join us as these High School students and teachers Jeffrey Wilford, Liz Kinzly, along with Margot Simonds and Christine Caprio continue their efforts to assist scientists in developing specific strategies to save this amazing place. Grab your sunscreen and bug repellant and let's explore the Pantanal!

First, visit the Expedition Briefing section of the website to learn about the projects we will be working on.