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African Conservation Experience
www.conservationafrica.net
Occasionally an opportunity arises that can change your life for
ever. For over ten years, African Conservation Experience has
arranged for people to join conservation initiatives on Game and
Nature Reserves in southern Africa. By working on projects such
as elephant and lion research, you will make a real difference
to some of the world’s most vibrant but vulnerable wildlife and
environments. Gain a deeper understanding of African ecology,
meet like-minded people and develop fresh skills – all while
making a valuable contribution to conservation and getting up
close to a huge diversity of African wildlife.
Earthwatch Institute
www.earthwatch.org
Earthwatch
Institute is an international non-profit organization that
brings science to life for people concerned about the Earth's
future. Founded in 1971, Earthwatch supports scientific field
research by offering volunteers the opportunity to join
research teams around the world. This unique model is creating
a systematic change in how the public views science and its
role in environmental sustainability.
Institute For Field Research Expeditions
www.ifrevolunteers.org
Institute
for Field Research Expeditions (IFRE), a 501 (C) 3 under IRS
code, is a non profit organization. IFRE is registered with the
state of Louisiana . We are also registered with the state
secretary of Texas as Institute of Field Research Expeditions .
The main goal of IFRE is to carry out authentic field research
programs on ecology, environment, wildlife, archeology, and
other areas affecting global communities. The secondary
objective of IFRE is to offer affordable and high quality
volunteer abroad and internship abroad programs. In
collaboration with local organizations, IFRE presently offers
volunteer abroad programs in Nepal , India , China , Thailand ,
Peru , Costa Rica , Brazil, Ghana , Kenya , South Africa , and
Tanzania . Volunteer abroad programs are focused on working in
orphanages, teaching English, working in health projects, and
conservation sectors.
Planet Conservation S.A.
www.planetconservation.com
Planet Conservation is a young organization specialized in
environmental sustaining, conservation and educational projects
in Costa Rica, Panama and Colombia. Founded by international
professionals that have gained an exceptionally huge experience
in different areas around the world you will be an important
part of our team in any chosen project and experience the
diversity of the Costa Rican communities as an integrated
member. Working side by side with our Volunteers ensures an
amazing memorable experience for everyone! Through our wide
research and detailed analysis we were able to develop highly
different community and organizational projects and working with
large and well experienced teams we are able to cover a large
variety of conservation topics and sustainable development
practices
Oceanic Society Expeditions
www.oceanic-society.org
Oceanic Society Expeditions serves over 5,000 individuals
annually through international natural history journeys,
participatory research expeditions and California whale
watching trips. The Expeditions programs offer opportunities
for the public to enjoy and learn about wildlife and natural
habitats or to assist scientists with field research.
See Turtles
www.seeturtles.org
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, and
learning a new language. SEE Turtles is a non-profit
conservation project that will connect you at no cost with a
sea turtle conservation project in Central America. We work
with volunteer projects in Mexico, Costa Rica, Tobago, and
Guatemala. At most turtle projects, the work involves
participating in nightly beach patrols, looking for nesting
sea turtles helping researchers collect data. Volunteers at
most projects need to commit to at least one week and be
able to cover food, lodging, and transportation costs. Most
projects charge $15 - 30/day for food and lodging.
www.seeturtles.org/663/volunteer.html