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Erden Eruç, who is a Turkish born American resident, climber, adventurer, environmentalist and former engineer with a business degree, seeks to circle the Earth using only his own power. He has recently completed his Pacific crossing which began in California on July 10, 2007.
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"Science on the Sea... in real time" ©
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NEW!
Winners chosen in SeaWordy Drawing!
Students Grades K-4 and Grades 5-8 participated in writing letters to Erden while he rowed across the Pacific. Those who sent letters were entered in a drawing for exciting prizes! First place in both categories received a solid brass sextant in a leather case. Second place received a solid brass compass. Third places (5 in each category) received SeaWordy T-shirts.
Congratulations to winners from Georgia and Ohio, pictured below! |
Orrville Middle School, Ohio
1st Place Winner, Grades 5-8 |
1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Winners, Grades K-4 and Grade 5
St. Simons Elementary, Georgia |
2nd, 3rd Place Winners, Grades 5-8
Orrville Middle School, Ohio |
WHY IS ERDEN DOING THIS?
He intends to create educational opportunities for school children, raise awareness of environmental issues and inspire learners while pursuing the ultimate test of survival during his human powered circumnavigation.
The National Museum of Education and Around-n-Over.org are pleased to announce a partnership to highlight human ingenuity and innovation. Erden's boat is equipped with Hobo Data Loggers provided by the Onset Computer Corporation. |
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Click here to visit Erden Eruc's Site:
Around-n-Over
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Click here for more Erden information at our educational partner's site:
WhaleNet |
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