GRENADA / WorkingAbroad
As we move into the 21st Century, marine turtles continue to face the foreboding prospect of extinction. Working together with local communities, government departments and international and regional organisations, Ocean Spirits are working to ensure that the spectacle of a nesting or foraging turtle remains a key component of Grenada’s uniquely vibrant biodiversity.
In 2009, Sir Trevor Macdonald and ITV (UK television) filmed Ocean Spirits at work – and the programme “Secret Caribbean” was aired on ITV1 throughout 2009 and 2010.
2011 Research Assistant Volunteer Programme
Duties will include:
• Night patrols of the main leatherback nesting site
• Flipper tagging of unmarked females
• Data collection – carapace (shell) measurements, egg counts, nest relocation
• Morning surveys (on foot) of adjacent beaches
• Nest excavations
• Maintenance and preparation of research equipment
• Summer camp organisation and participation
• Carnival ‘Turtle Mas’ camp – costume design and creation
• Assisting with organised turtle watches for school/community groups & tourists
Dates – 3 week projects
2011:
5th to 26th March (6 places)
26th March to 16th April (5 places)
16th April to 7th May (5 places)
7th May to 28th May (6 places)
28th May to 18th June (6 places)
18th June to 9th July (5 places)
9th July to 30th July (6 places)
30th July to 20th August (6 places)
Project durations are for 3 weeks, but there are possibilities to join for 6, 9 or 12 weeks for experienced volunteers/research projects – please email: Victoria.McNeil@workingabroad.com
Type of Volunteers needed
• Age 18+ years
• Willing to work in all weather conditions and keep smiling!
• Ability to walk 2-3 miles on soft sand in the heat
• A good team player
Costs
The cost for a 3 week placement is £895.
Application
To apply, please visit: http://www.workingabroad.com/page/24/ocean-spirits-grenada.htm or email Victoria.McNeil@workingabroad.com
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