Rotary Murray Darling School of Freshwater Research
Australia's 23 Rotary District Governors have determined to establish a National Preserve Planet Earth initiative and adopted, as part of that initiative, the Rotary Murray-Darling School of Freshwater Research (RMDSFR).
This Program, developed by the Rotary Club of Albury, is designed to involve Rotary in environmental issues in a positive manner.
Who can go?
The RMDSFR is open to students in Year 11.
What is the aim?
The six-day residential school provides Year 11 students who live in and around the Murray Darling Basin with an opportunity to work with scientists in the laboratory and field, learning the fundamentals of freshwater research, conservation and the environment.
The program is held in Wodonga and the Wonga Wetlands with students staying at The Scots School in Albury.
Students work in a team for five days, gaining a realistic and fun introduction to freshwater ecology, conservation and the environment. The program comprises lectures, field trips and demonstrations across a number of locations.
How much does it cost?
The sponsoring Rotary club pays approximately $450.00 per applicant.
Critical dates:
December: Rotary Clubs advised of the program for the following year
Late January: Schools nominate students through the local Rotary Club
March: Successful applicants advised
April: The program runs