The Estuary, in collaboration with National Park Service in Puerto Rico (NPS) invites teachers, students, heritage and environmental interpreters, and the general public to participate in the lecture series; San Juan past and present: stories about nature, science and resilience.
This series of talks will be offered by staff from both organizations with the goal of increasing knowledge and appreciation for our nature, history, and resilience issues in the historic area of San Juan.
The readers of these talks are certified in interpretation by the National Association for Interpreting (NAI). These talks will serve as contact hours for recertification as guide interpreters (CIG) for NAI-certified guide interpreters.
The talks will be held via Zoom. The following topics will be covered:
San Juan past and present: stories about nature, science and resilience
Wednesday, April 7, 2021, 3-4 PM – Biodiversity in San Juan Bay: a historical-natural overview
Wednesday, April 14, 2021, 3-4 PM – Water quality at San Cristóbal Castle: use and management of the resource
Wednesday, April 21, 2021, 3-4 PM – Scientific innovations in the fortifications of Old San Juan during the 18th century
Wednesday, April 28, 2021, 3-4 PM – Old San Juan amidst poverty, attacks, hurricanes, and pandemics
We look forward to seeing you soon!
