SFS Chile: The Patagonian Winter
Program Overview
With June comes the Winter Solstice in the Southern Hemisphere, a significant period of the year for both ecology and society. Join SFS Chile in the rugged landscape of Southern Patagonia, at 51 °S latitude, for a deep interdisciplinary exploration of how ecology and society intertwine to usher in the new season.
Travel to the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park to study how terrestrial and freshwater plants and animals have adapted to meet this yearly challenge in the land of glaciers. Celebrate the indigenous New Year on the night of the Winter Solstice and learn how lifeways adapt to the extreme southern environment. Take time to explore the various facets of winter at the southern end of the Americas.
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- Summer
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Development Studies
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- Geology
- Philosophy
- Science
- Social Sciences
- Sustainable Development
- Travel & Tourism
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Updated Mar 3, 2026
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Locations
- Puerto Natales, Chile
Fields & Subjects
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
- Development Studies
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- Geology
- Philosophy
- Science
- Social Sciences
- Sustainable Development
- Travel & Tourism
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
- Terms Available
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
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