Costa Rica: Freiwilligenarbeit im Tierschutz - Meeresschildkröten Projekt

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Get involved in meaningful work—protect sea turtle nests, conserve beach habitats, and contribute to community initiatives. In your free time, explore local attractions, join community events, or simply relax and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding our camp. Join us in making a difference!

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Here’s a snapshot of the exciting activities you’l be involved in:

• Turtle Patrols: Join daily patrols—spend 3-5 hours on Morning Patrols or 4-7 hours on Night Patrols. Protect new nests, record data on nesting females, tag flippers, excavate hatched nests, and assist with hatchling releases.
• Daytime Activities: Participate in Beach Clean-ups to keep nesting sites pristine, sort and manage beach-colected plastics during Plastic Classification, teach English to locals through English Lessons, give Sea Turtle Conservation School Presentations, and help with Tree Planting and Maintenance to support local biodiversity.
• Commitment and Enjoyment: Dive into project activities while also enjoying downtime to relax and explore the stunning Osa Peninsula.
• Community Engagement: Connect with local communities to promote sustainable practices and environmental education, making a direct impact on sea turtle protection and conservation.

Qualifikationen / Voraussetzungen

• 18+
• No Spanish needed!
• Physical Demands: Work can be physicaly demanding; volunteers should be fit and prepared
• Environmental Focus: Striving to become a zero-waste facility; mindful packing and waste reduction encouraged