The document summarizes a study abroad program in Thailand and China that focuses on mountain ecosystems and conservation. The 24-day program includes 10 days of field studies and trekking in remote areas, 7 days in towns and cities, 5 days of overland travel, and 9-10 credits can be earned. Participants will receive hands-on experience with conservation case studies, development issues, and cultural sustainability working with the Chinese Academy of Sciences and visiting nature reserves, villages, and sacred sites.

1. UCSB Wildlands Studies Thailand and China April 13-June 1 st 2005

3. “ Participants receive firsthand exposure to ongoing case studies in conservation, development, and cultural sustainability”

4. The Professor

5. The Classroom

6. The bus

10. Thousand Lake Mountain Eco-tourism

16. The 186 Mile Pilgrimage: Kawa Karpo

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