Description (February 5, 2007)

One World Journeys: Florida's Springs - Join this expedition of online explorers and follow their journey of water from sky to ground, through Florida's aquifers and up from the springs. Rising up from deep within the aquifer, cool clear water flows from hundreds of springs that dot the Florida landscape. Florida springs are natural wonders to treasure. Experience the magic of Florida springs and learn about threats to their future and how to protect nature's gems.

Site in Depth / Curriculum Integration

• Register in order to receive updates about exciting online expeditions, feature stories, and to be able to respond or interact with other members and publish stories. Review past One World Journeys.
• Research the abundance of life in the springs of Florida and create a PowerPoint presentation of the biological diversity of its inhabitants.
• Read the dispatches, watch the video and listen to the audio describing all elements of the expedition. The class can plan an expedition to an area of the world in which they are interested.