Join us as a Volunteer
Join us as a Volunteer
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Everybody is welcome
We make research and conservation available for everyone. Don´t be afraid of helping in a biological station, of course we work very seriously but we believe that everyone can contribute in a certain way. Come and discover this beautiful forest and the working in the field. Volunteers will help with the main projects and activities. Activities include maintaining the conservation area, wildlife monitoring (e.g. behavioral studies, camera trapping, mammal transects, pitfall traps, phenology study), habitat evaluation (vegetation plots), assisting researchers and other activities to maintain the station. |
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Requirements
• 18 years or older • Interested in conservation • Motivated and able to work in a team • A good physical condition • Travel insurance • Able to stay for at least 1 week • Payment 250 US$ per week (200 US$ per week after the first month) |
Included
3 healthy meals per day, filtered water, fruit, scheduled transport to and from the station, shared accommodation, bed sheets, field training, rubber boots Not included Flight tickets, personal transport, travel insurance, personal medicines, laundry service, snacks. You will have 1-2 hours each day, considered that the connections is not strong enough and sometime may not work. Other option is to buy a local Claro/Movistar sim card and try to get connection near by the river. |
Accommodation
In our station we use green energy (solar energy) according to minimalize our impact on the environment. In addition, we prepare food in a sustainable way. We try to buy only locally produced vegetables and fruits and we produce some on our own land. You will stay in a comfortable bungalow with clean water and electricity. The bungalows are open so you can enjoy the beautiful view and sounds of the forest. Each bungalow provides a comfortable sleeping space for 1-4 people and has a private shower and toilet. We also offer private bungalows, let us know if you prefer a private bungalow. Further, we have a well equipped kitchen, a spacious living room, a study area and a hammock area with river view where you can rest after the activities.
In our station we use green energy (solar energy) according to minimalize our impact on the environment. In addition, we prepare food in a sustainable way. We try to buy only locally produced vegetables and fruits and we produce some on our own land. You will stay in a comfortable bungalow with clean water and electricity. The bungalows are open so you can enjoy the beautiful view and sounds of the forest. Each bungalow provides a comfortable sleeping space for 1-4 people and has a private shower and toilet. We also offer private bungalows, let us know if you prefer a private bungalow. Further, we have a well equipped kitchen, a spacious living room, a study area and a hammock area with river view where you can rest after the activities.
Come and discover this beautiful forest and the working in the field.