Modern Hokkaido and Mountain Nepal

Begin an exploration of environmental and land use practices on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido with visits to managed forests, organic farms, native Ainu communities, and Zen gardens.  Familiarization with Asian customs and ancient thought continues in Nepal during full-immersion trekking, service work, and home-stays in Nepalese villages.   A key component to this intercultural experience explores differences in Eastern and Western attitudes toward natural and human resources.