Forest Conservation NGO
Costa Rica Volunteer Placement
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It is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of the tropical forest. Their mission is to conserve, preserve and rehabilitate tropical ecosystems and its biodiversity.
Founded in 1986 in Monteverde, it began a land purchase campaign to conserve the tropical forest. Currently, the organization has achieved the formation of the largest private reserve in Costa Rica: The Children´s Eternal Rain Forest (CERF). This has been possible thanks to the support of children, adults, schools and organizations around the world. Hundreds of thousands of trees have been planted as a result of their work and numerous research projects are on-going.
Volunteer tasks depend on interest. Helping to develop and operate a new children’s center for environmental education, planting and educational native species garden at the visitor's center and trail repair/maintenance work both in Monteverde and at the San Gerardo field station. Special projects can possibly be designed for volunteers with special interests or skills.
Work Schedule: Fulltime, 5 days a week.
Location of Placements: Monteverde
Lodging: Volunteer apartment (no meals)
Requirements:
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Minimum commitment: 4 weeks.
- Minimum Spanish level: High-Beginner
- Knowledge of environmental issues and concerns
- Sincere interest in environmental education and awareness
- Related skills
Important Things to Consider:
- At least one week of language classes are recommended, in order to meet with the onsite staff.
Other Comments:
The maximum number of volunteers that this organization accepts is 5.
(note: that we don’t know if positions are available until you apply).
Program Fees:
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