Photo Martin Lipman/Students on Ice

Celebrating 15 years of Polar Education

STUDENTS ON ICE

arctic expedition 2015

JULY 27 AUGUST 10

The Expedition
The 15th annual Students on Ice Arctic Expedition will be a profound hands-on
experience for youth to expand their knowledge of the changing circumpolar world,
foster a new understanding and respect for the planet, and gain the inspiration and
motivation needed to help lead us to a healthy and sustainable future.
Our ship-based expedition will bring together
100 youth from around the world with inspiring
scientists, elders, educators, artists, musicians,
CEOs, dignitaries, journalists, authors and
innovators. Immersed in nature and engaged
in cross-disciplinary activity, students will be
inspired, motivated, educated and challenged.
The 2015 Arctic Expedition begins this year in
Canadas capital city, Ottawa. After several days of
pre-expedition activities, we fly to Kangerlussuaq,
Greenland to board our expedition vessel and set
sail to explore the communities, coasts, fiords,
bays and islands of western Greenland before
crossing the Davis Strait to Canadas High Arctic.

We will explore the eastern entrance of the

Northwest Passage including visits to Pond Inlet,
Sirmilik National Park and Beechey Island. Our
expedition will end in Resolute Bay where we will
board our charter flight back to Ottawa.
Each day will be filled with exploration, discovery,
presentations, workshops, hands-on research,
hikes, and lots of adventure! Activities will include
wildlife encounters, visits to Arctic communities,
as well as the opportunity to acquire first-hand
knowledge and insight into the dynamics of
climate change, traditional knowledge, scientific
research, policy and other important Arctic and
global topics.

The greatest

classrooms on Earth

Through inspiring educational opportunities at the ends of the Earth, Students on Ice
fosters a new understanding and respect for the planet.

Our goal is to provide students with a

transformative experience in one of the most
fascinating, wild and awe-inspiring places
on Earth.

Why the arctic?

The Arctic is a deeply essential part of our Planet. It
illuminates our history and is a cornerstone of our
global ecosystem and our future. It is a homeland,
wilderness, frontier, laboratory and classroom. It is
on the frontlines of environmental, cultural, political,
social and economic change. There is a perfect
storm of challenge and opportunity facing the Arctic.
Just as it has shaped us, we are now shaping it.
The Arctic offers Students on Ice a powerful and
experiential learning environment. One that connects
youth with the natural world in a profound way and
inspires them to understand the complexities of these
challenges and opportunities, and empowers them
to explore the ideas, actions and solutions needed
for a sustainable future.

SOI believes that the Polar Regions are the worlds

greatest classrooms and tremendous platforms
for education in history, culture, science, political,
social and environmental issues. Since 2000,
SOI has taken more than 2,600students from
52countries to the Polar Regions.

Students on Ice Arctic Expedition offers a once in a lifetime

opportunity for youth, from both the north and south, to become
engaged in the discussion and decisions about the future of the
Arctic. What better place to do it than on a journey through the
Arctic? Will we continue to react to events as they unfold, or
will we be leaders in the race to chart the regions economic,

environmental and cultural future?

Ed Struzik, award-winning Arctic journalist and author

Photo Lee Narraway/Students on Ice

Students on Ice is an award-winning organization

offering unique educational expeditions to the
Antarctic and the Arctic.

Being around Inuit and learning more about my culture and the way of life of our elders helped me connect
to my home. The experience changed the way I look at the world and the importance of my culture in it.
Chaim Andersen, Nain, NL Student on Arctic 2014

Resolute Bay
August 9

Sirmilik National Park

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Join the

expedition
If you are interested in joining this
years Arctic expedition either as a
student or staff member, please contact
Students on Ice at 1-866-336-6423 or
expedition@studentsonice.com. Visit
studentsonice.com for more information.
The expedition fee is $11,500 CAD from Ottawa,
Canada. Students may also inquire about
scholarship opportunities. The Students on Ice
Foundation is a registered charitable organization
in Canada#83664 8766 RR0001 and in the
U.S.Polar Education Foundation is a registered
501(c)(3) charity Federal ID (EIN) 20-5853356.

I feel honoured and thankful to have gone through such

incredible experiences and I feel a sense of urgency to bring
to fruition the ideas and challenges that I have placed onto

myself to make a difference.

Emmanuel Tse, Port Coquitlam, BC Student on Arctic 2014

SOI Alumni
Impacts & Outcomes

GREENLAND
Kangerlussuaq
July 29

ICELAND
Atlantic
Ocean
Labrador
Sea

Ottawa
July 27-29,
August 10

Our expedition ship

The M/V Ocean Endeavour is among the unique
vessels in the world specifically constructed for
expedition voyages to the far reaches of the Polar
Regions. The vessel serves as our floating home
and classroom.
The ice-strengthened hull permits our ship to
go safely through Polar waters. Her draft and
maneuverability allow her to access isolated
fiords, bays and secluded communities. M/V
Ocean Endeavour has a 1B ice-class rating,
advanced communications and navigation
equipment and an experienced crew.
As an expedition vessel the M/V Ocean Endeavour
is fully equipped with a fleet of 20 Zodiacs and
other necessities for exploring the Arctic.

The SOI Alumni program provides ongoing support through mentorship, educational and networking
opportunities. Joined with a vast network of global leaders, alumni are making a difference within their
communities and beyond.
SOI expeditions have helped inspire alumni to:
Define career goals and pursue dreams
Earn scholarships and research grants

Collaborate with northern partners to protect

and sustainably develop the Arctic
Develop advancements in green technology

Form global youth groups to tackle social

and environmental issues

Share their experiences by giving presentations,

writing books and media articles, and making
documentaries

Become globally-minded ambassadors

& leaders

Influence policy and decision makers

Photo Martin Lipman/Students on Ice

Over the past 15 years, Students on Ice has benefited the Arctic, its people, and youth worldwide in
profound and unique ways. SOI reminds each of us that we need to get involved for the sake of our planet.

H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, Honorary Chair of the Students on Ice Foundation

Natural Heritage Campus, 1740 Pink Road, Gatineau, Quebec J9J 3N7 Canada
819.827.3300 expedition@studentsonice.com

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