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Sea turtle volunteering in Costa Rica
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Organization:
SEE Turtles
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Start date:
April 30, 2009
Sex:
All are welcome
Language(s):
English, Spanish
Location:
Costa Rica
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End date:
April 30, 2011
Age:
Adults (18-64)
Area of Focus:
Environment and Ecology, Wildlife and Animal Welfare
Last updated:
April 30, 2009
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Description:
For those who can brave long walks, late night shifts, insects, and occasional downpours,
working with sea turtles can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Volunteering on a sea turtle nesting beach is not a vacation; it is an opportunity to make a difference, participate in scientific research, and meet new people. Turtle conservation volunteering is hard work but the benefits include new experiences, lots of good exercise, learning a new language, and a good addition to a growing resume.
SEE Turtles can connect you for free with a sea turtle conservation project in Costa Rica. At most turtle projects, the work involves participating in nightly beach patrols, looking for nesting sea turtles helping researchers collect data. Learn more about volunteer activities.
To volunteer with turtles, you need:
-Reasonable physical condition
-Ability to tolerate basic living conditions and food
-To be able to pay a small amount for expenses and registration
-A good attitude and open mind
-To be able to get yourself to the site
-To dedicate at least a week to the work
You don’t need (in most cases):
-Experience with turtles
-Spanish fluency
-A background in biology
-Lots of money
Volunteering costs between $15/day to several thousand per week for food and lodging depending upon the location.
Positions as research assistants at no cost may be available for those with experience or a background in biology.
How to Apply:
For more information, visit www.seeturtles.org/663/volunteer.html or contact us at info@seeturtles.org.
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Permalink:
http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/VolunteerOpportunity/169705-170/c
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