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This course will present an overview of what is known about long-term climate and environmental change in the Maya Region of Mesoamerica. The take-home message is that lowland environments in the Neotropical area were dynamic throughout the late Pleistocene (end of the last Ice Age) and the Holocene (the last ~11,500 years), initially as a consequence of climate changes, and later, because of human activities. We will first review modern climate and environmental conditions in the Maya Lowlands. Then we will review data gleaned from lake sediment cores and cave speleothems (stalagmites), which enable us to infer past climate and environmental conditions. Along with archaeological information on ancient Maya population densities, we can evaluate the many ways in which the ancient people of the region altered their landscapes and ecology. We will also review the multiple lines of evidence that implicate protracted droughts in the Terminal Classic cultural "collapse," and discuss whether the ancient Maya case serves as a lesson for 21st-century inhabitants of Earth, who are now facing climate changes that are proceeding at a rate unprecedented in human history.By registering, I agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Master the Possibilities, Inc., Sidney Colen & Associates, Ltd., On Top of the World Communities, Inc., Horticultural Arts & Park Institute, Inc., Bay Laurel Community Development District, and any of their agents, directors, officers, representatives, volunteers and employees from any and all loss, damage, injury, action or cause of action resulting from the classes, events, or trips and/or equipment owned or operated or permitted to be used or operated or is used or operated. This Release Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement includes those classes, events, or trips inside or outside of Master the Possibilities, Inc. For the full waiver, visit https://www.masterthepossibilities.org/sites/default/files/PDF/WaiverofLiability.pdf .
Masks and social distancing are recommended in all indoor areas. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. COVID-19 is believed to spread mainly through person-to-person contact. You may have a risk of contracting the virus simply by being present at this facility. By entering, utilizing or participating in any activity in or at this facility, you are agreeing to assume all risks including personal injury, illness, disability, or death related to exposure to COVID-19. Do not use this facility if you have symptoms of, are diagnosed with, or have been exposed to COVID-19. You hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless Master the Possibilities and On Top of the World Communities, LLC, Sidney Colen and Associates, Ltd., their agents, servants, and employees, and any other interested parties from all Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto.
If class is cancelled by the participant because of COVID positive results, there will still be a processing fee incurred by the participant.
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