ecoTravel 360°: Get Local

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What is ecoTravel 360°?

ecoTravel 360° is a local networking meet-up created as a forum to share travel stories and explorer the world of ecotourism and responsible travel.

  The Soapbox   Virtual 360°

Each ecoTravel 360° event features "Speakers' Corner"- style dialogue centered around the question, "What does local eco travel mean to you?" All are encouraged to speak out. RSVP and sign up to share your voice:

•  Share your knowledge of local wildlife and natural heritage.
•  Introduce your favorite local activity or cultural event.
•  Discuss local hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path experiences.
•  Pose questions about issues in your community.

Anyone anywhere in the world can join the ecoTravel 360° "Get Local" experience online, by joining our ecoTravel 360° flickr group and sharing photos that:

•  Highlight your favorite local eco travel experiences.
•  Tell travel stories featuring global dialogues and local flavors.
•  Offer alternate vacation ideas in and around your local community.
•   Inspire dialogue about ecotourism and responsible travel locally and globally.



ecoTravel 360°: DC - Come Join Us!

All are invited to attend and share: save the date & spread the word!

All interested in joining ecoTravel 360°: DC events can sign up and be entered to win the following raffle prizes generously donated by local partners:

•  One-week getaway to Montfair Resort Farm (Crozet, Virginia)
•  Two $50 gift certificates to Founding Farmers / Farmers & Fishers
•  Patagonia 'Better Sweater' ($100 retail value)

*See raffle details below.

 

ecoTravel 360° in YOUR Community

Interested in organizing a local ecoTravel 360° event in your area? Contact us at: info[at]ecotourism.org to get connected!



Local Sponsors
Patagonia   Montfair Farm     Founding Farmers      Agraria


Interested in sponsoring, supporting, or volunteering for ecoTravel 360°: DC? Contact us at: info[at]ecotourism.org.

 

Featured Speakers

Abi Rome - President, Tierra Vista Tours & Consulting
Abigail Rome is an independent consultant working in ecotourism, sustainable tourism and biodiversity conservation, with over 20 years of international experience in these fields.

Toby Bloom - Director of Wildlife Ecotourism, Humane Society International
Toby focuses on community-based ecotourism development as a non-extractive income alternative for communities living in and around protected areas.

Arleen Levy - Professional Tour Guide, Washington, DC
Being a professional tour guide in Washington, DC for 10 years has given Arleen the knowledge of the city and what it takes to guide people. She has traveled many areas of the world participating in eco and adventure travel.

Laura Ell - Founder, Sustainable Tourism Elements
Laura Ell is a Canadian sustainable tourism professional with over 12 years of experience. She is marketing and PR consultant to award-winning Jungle Bay in Dominica and other successful ecoresorts.

Sign Up Now and Enter to Win Great Prizes
*Please see raffle policy below

First Prize: 1 Week Getaway for 4

Montfair Farm

8 Nights and 7 Days for 4 people. Spend a week in a Montfair cottage overlooking a picturesque lake nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

>> Montfair Resort Farm

Second Prize: Free local meals

 

Two lucky winners will receive Founding Farmers / Farmers & Fishers restaurant gift certificate ($50) to enjoy great local and sustainable flavors!

>> Founding Farmers 
   (Penn. Ave & 20th NW)
>> Farmers & Fishers 
   (Georgetown Waterfront)

Third prize: Patagonia sweater

 

Patagonia fleece sweater (Women's: Nile Blue, Men's: Cedar) perfect for your winter get aways!

>> W's Better Sweater (L)
>> M's Better Sweater (L)

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*ecoTravel 360°: DC Raffle Policy:

1. You need to be a resident of Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia in order to participate in this raffle.
2. By signing up for ecoTravel 360° email updates, you will automatically be entered into the raffle.
3. The drawing will take place on Friday, November 20, 2009.
4. The winner will be notified through an email confirmation.
5. The winner is responsible for making all travel arrangements directly with the trip provider.



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Ferdinand @ 9/7/2009 11:37:40 AM 
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