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Operation Wallacea provides high school students with an extraordinary opportunity to step beyond the classroom and take part in real-world scientific research. On two-week, teacher-led expeditions, high school students work alongside academics and conservation experts, gaining hands-on field training, attending lectures linked to biology, geography, and environmental science, and contributing valuable data to ongoing research projects. These immersive experiences not only build confidence and leadership skills but also inspire future studies and careers in science and sustainability.
More than 20 Ontario high schools—including several CIS Ontario members—have already joined Operation Wallacea expeditions to destinations such as South Africa, Peru, Croatia, Honduras, Mexico, and beyond. For students, it’s more than a school trip—it’s a chance to explore the world, experience new cultures, and make a lasting impact on global conservation.
