Week #3-Taufua and Marine Ecology

We were united with our rookie Marine Ecology professor, Brian Stockwell. He showed no signs of springtide as we were quickly impressed and enthused by the love that he has for the ocean and its creatures. Brian traveled from the Philippines (where he works as part of several MPAs (marine protected areas) to be with us for the week at Taufua. We were able to stay right on the beach in fale's with the reef just meters away from our sandy doorsteps. It was quite a life, with loads of snorkeling, sunsets, and Samoa's attempt to make us comfortable by feeding up heaps of fried "Western" food. The effort was appreciated greatly and we again, got to experience the hospitality and love of Samoan people.