The first day

Well, it's 10:07 PM here in Vancouver, and boy, am I tired! After a long day of many exciting and fun activities it is good to reflect upon what I've learned so far, and also what I've experienced. Today we all were we'll rested and ready for the day! We started in the CIRS building (Centre for Innovative Research on Sustainability(I think)), and we were warmly welcomed to the conference. After that, we were supposed to hear from John Robinson, but, alas, he was called out suddenly and couldn't make it. So, instead, we heard from his colleague. I have his name written down somewhere in my notebook... Anyways, after that we had our first Global Action Team meeting in the Swing Building (not filled with actual swings). It was amazing hearing the many different voices and opinions from around the world on various matters! I am truly amazed with the IB programme's outreach across the world! After that, we had lunch, and then went to either the Decision making talk or the Sustainability talk (we get to attend the opposite one tomorrow). I went to the Decision one, and it turns out that all of us IBs are making great sustainable ideas to help make cities around the world a better place (not just less bad). After that we all got to attend our various IB Concurrent sessions, which change everyday. Mine was a tour of the CIRS building, North America's #1 Green Building. After that we either attended a soccer game or did a scavenger hunt. I did the scavenger hunt and had an amazing time with two IB students from around the world! After that we went for dinner. Then we got to go to the UBc Botanical Garden (basically a mini rainforest). We got to watch across the canopies of the trees on a precarious (but safe) rope/metal bridge. I, for one, will admit that it was nerve-wracking, but, ultimately, fun. After that we headed back to Totem Park, our residence during our stay. We got some free time, so I tried to walk to the pool. Emphasis on the word 'tried'. I found Shoppers on Campus, which was nice, and a Starbucks, but I got lost. I ran around the campus looking for Totem Park. I found it eventually, but I will never forget the fact that I can easily get lost. Next time I'll head out with a friend. Anyways, the shower is calling me from afar, so I must answer. Have a good night!