Ecotourism Conference
ESTC 2011 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference
September 19 - 21, 2011 - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA
Cultural Heritage of Hilton Head Island
Founder of Gullah Heritage Consulting Services, Dr. Emory S. Campbell, is a rare native of Hilton Head Island, S.C. In his Gullah Heritage Trail Tour, you'll see Gullah Family Compounds; the Old Debarkation Point (used before the island's connection to the mainland); Plantation Tabby Ruins; and Historic Marker of the First Freedom Village.
Click and hear Dr. Campbell tell about life on Hilton Head when it really was an island - when Savannah, Georgia may be a three day trip and sustainable living was how one put food on the table.
about 6 minutes
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As one of the nation's foremost experts on Gullah culture, he is the author of the book "Gullah Cultural Legacies", which provides valuable insights into past traditions and present day practices.
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Sea Pines Forest Reserve
Join us for a guided walk to explore the diverse maritime forest ecosystem, aquatic habitats, and exceptionally rare Archaic Indian Shell Ring, dating back to the time of the Great Pyramids. Tuesday September 12, 2011.
Click and hear firsthand from Todd Ballantine, Director of Science, Education and Sustainability, Ballantine Environmental Resources, Inc.
about 7 minutes 30 seconds
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Todd Ballantine is an environmental scientist and planner, interpretive specialist, writer, artist and musician.
A popular educator and speaker, he presents programs and classes on sustainability, natural history, wildlife, and innovative conservation solutions.
He writes and illustrates interpretive exhibits, trail guides, and books. His best known book is "Tideland Treasure", a long-time best seller for University of South Carolina Press.
A professional musician, he writes original sound tracks to accompany his educational video programs.
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Culture, history and ecology of Hilton Head Island, SC
Susan Thomas, Vice President of the Hilton Head Island Visitor & Convention Bureau, invites all to join Hilton Head Island's Sustainability Journey
Susan welcomes us to the ESTC 2011 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference. She also announces a new initiative that applies to locals and guests too.
Click and hear it from her:
about 6 minutes
or click here to hear it in QuickTime on your smart phone, iPad, etc.
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ESTC 2011 Open Mic Line
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