P1: Exploring American Territories by Dana McIntosh https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh en-us 2023-11-05 19:58:58 UTC 2023-11-06 17:17:38 UTC hello@padlet.com El Yunque National Forest - Puerto Rico 2953722 https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778358459 El Yunque National Forest is one of the oldest natural reserves in the western hemisphere. It rains all year around, around 4 times a day. The park is more safe since it doesn't have any active volcanoes. People should visit El Yunque National Forest because it is beautiful and full of life, there is an amazing waterfall in the park which is a great picture opportunity.

- Capucine Corralejo Jennifer Araujo

]]> 2023-11-06 17:04:57 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778358459 Flamenco Beach https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778358565 Flamenco Beach is known for its beautiful turquoise waters and white sands. There are many diving sights located at this beach. People should visit Flamenco Beach because Flamenco has a plethora of amenities such as life guards, camping areas, showers, parking, kiosks where you can indulge on delicious, authentic Puerto Rican food. This is a perfect location to unwind and participate in "beach bumming". Perfect for the whole family!

]]> 2023-11-06 17:05:01 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778358565 Ritidian Point - Guam https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778360372 Ritidian Point's beach is very clean, beautiful, and has great snorkeling areas to snorkel. It is rated 4.8 stars on trip.com by over 450 people. When snorkeling, you can see all of these diverse species of fishes.


Jonah Botello & Jadon Yang

]]> 2023-11-06 17:06:21 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778360372 Waterlemon Cay- Meah Pierson, Miikka Oda https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778361467 3 facts:

-one of the most heavily photographed points in Virgin Islands

-named after the water lemon

-crystal clear water surrounded by a coral reef


Why:

People should visit Waterlemon Cay because of the natural beauty that it possesses as well as the abundance of activities available. Visitors would have the once in a life time opportunity to snorkel in a place considered one of he best snorkeling spots on the island. Waterlemon Cay is a place of rare opportunity where you are able to see the natural beuty in the world almost untouched by human hands.

]]> 2023-11-06 17:07:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778361467 Cabo Rojo in Puerto Rico https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778361535 Cabo Rojo in Puerto Rico is one of Puerto Rico´s deepest and best protected harbors. It is also a safe place for migrating birds. People should visit Cabo Rojo to see the beauty of the harbor and to experince all the beautiful landscapes like the promontories and the forests.

- Luke Carruth and Jacob Grenon

]]> 2023-11-06 17:07:14 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778361535 San Juan Puerto Rico https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778362403 San Juan is the oldest city in the United States. They have a bunch of colorful buildings with beautiful scenery that highlight its Spanish colonial past. It has a lot of pretty beaches such as Isla Verde Beach.

Josh Eady / River Santiago

]]> 2023-11-06 17:07:52 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778362403 Buck Island https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778362483 Buck islands is a island in the U.S. Virgin islands. It's one of the most important beaches for nesting hawksbill sea turtles. Its uninhabited by humans. It has a protected reef barrier around the entire island. I think people should visit to see the beautiful reefs and marine life that has been unaffected by humans.

Josh Dale Rider Schwab

]]> 2023-11-06 17:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778362483 https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778362864 -named after the first doctor in Puerto Rico

-home to the largest premium rum distillery in the world

-The distillery makes over 100,000 gallons daily and ships 21 million cases per year

People should visit for the beautiful beaches, rich culture, and nice restaurants It has good weather for vacations.


Maddie Arthur, Landon Kudron.

]]> 2023-11-06 17:08:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778362864 El Toro Verde Adventure Park- Puerto Rico https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778363014 El Toro Verde is one of the longest zip lines in the U.S. It also has some of the most breathtaking views of Puerto Rico. El Toro Verde won a guinnes word record in 2016. People should visit because you can enjoy the beautiful landscapes that will leave you breathless.

- Melani Rodriguez, Hailey Jephcott

]]> 2023-11-06 17:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778363014 Lalomanu Beach 283646 https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778363291

  • The water on Lalomanu Beach is a lot more tamer than in the US

  • From the beach, you view the uninhabited Nu'utele Island

  • Often Named the Best in the Pacific due to the white coral sand and reef starting within just feet of the water's edge.

    People should visit this beach because of the many activities people can do, including snorkeling and sea kayaking. The water is warm and clear, very safe to swim through, and there are many colorful fish to see when snorkeling.


    Reagan Rausch & Giada Regis

    • ]]>     2023-11-06 17:08:27 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778363291     American Samoa - Pago Pago https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778363460 The first interesting fact is that this is the main port of American Samoa. The second interesting fact is that it is home to one of the deepest natural deep water harbor in the southern pacific ocean. The last interesting fact is that it is the only unincorporated U.S. territory that is also unorganized. A reason that people should come here is that the national park is home to tropical rain forest, tall mountains, beaches, and some of the tallest sea cliffs in the world.

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:08:34 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778363460     Cinnamon Bay Beach https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778365535

  • Cinnamon Bay Beach ranks among the most beautiful and prestige beaches within the National park.

  • The beach is great for snorkeling because of its large plato reef with an abundance of marine life.

  • These bays were named for the many cinnamon trees (bay rum) found there.

    • People should visit here because there is water sport concessions that are available to all, while also having a popular beachfront cottage and campsite complex.

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:09:55 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778365535     Castillo San Felipe del Morro https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778366951 Facts:

    1. built in the 16th-18th centuries

    2. a six-level fortress designed to protect the island from attackers approaching by seas

    3. took over 200 years and 245 tons of gold to build

    People should visit our location because it is a national legacy landmark. It served as an active U.S. military base during the two World Wars. It had the reputation of being the most feared of all Spanish colonial fortifications. This place was passed to the National Park Service and now serves as a museum which tourists should visit to see the structure of the fortress and how it is protected from attackers.

    -Ashlee Sung & Kaitlynn Ly

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:10:57 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778366951     Guam(Tumon beach) - Mia Galvez, Sienna Pieper 2756071 https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778367277 At Tumon Beach the entire bay is only 1 meter deep. The beach has beautiful white sand and protected waters. It offers breathtaking snorkling and swimming for an entire 200 yards. People should visit Tuman Beach because of how incredibly beautiful it is. Its the best place if you love the ocean and to see an amazing variety of ocean life.

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:11:10 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778367277     American Samoa - Apia https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778369383 Apia is the largest city in Samoa.

    The Apia port is the main port used for trading in Samoa. Apia was founded in the 1850s and has been the capital of Samoa since 1959. Apia is rich in culture and festivities, it is also a great location for incoming tourists.

    Caleb Valenzuela & Marcus Arthur

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:12:44 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778369383     Tanguisson Beach - Guam https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778370013 Tanguisson Beach is known for its unusually high rocky formations in the water, which are covered with small vegetation on top and edged with waves from below. Tanguisson Beach is partially covered with white sand and small corals of white and pink colors. The entry to the sea is shallow and gentle, but there are a lot of coral reefs at the bottom, so you need special shoes in this part of Guam. It is a beautiful beach off the coast of Guam with crystal waters. This beach is a great destination for tourists and it has good water for snorkeling and kayaking.

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:13:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778370013     Catherineberg Sugar Mill Ruins https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778370636 The Virgin Islands was one of the first significant slave rebellions that happened in 1733. During the slave revolt, the farm was the headquarters Amina Warriors. It is a property listed in the US national register of historic places. This site contains the windmill, a still, a factory, a horse mill, a stable, and oxpound, and two unidentifiable structures.

    People should visit this place because, this is one of the msot interesting ruins in the Virgin Islands and is surrounded by nature.

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:13:40 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778370636     Aguadilla https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778376196 Aguadilla is known for its natural beauty. It is also known for its long standing traditions. It has some of the best surf breaks in the world so if you enjoy surfing its is worth visiting. Aguadilla was founded in 1775 by Luis de Córdova. Aguadilla derives its name from a name given by the Indians Guadilla or Guadiya which means garden.

    ]]>     2023-11-06 17:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/dmcintosh2/wi9aih56kybb71sh/wish/2778376196