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Amazon Basin Research and Conservation Project, Peru
The aim of this position is to assist in the project’s long-term scientific research in the Peruvian Amazon; to better measure the effects of human activities on wildlife, including endangered species; to get the collected information to the people who can make decisions and act on the solutions that help conserve rainforest, and to make a clear and positive impact on the Amazon ecosystem in this part of Peru.

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Cetacean Sanctuary Research
The aim of this programme is take part in dolphin and whale research in the Ligurian sea in Italy.

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Cheetah Conservation Project, Botswana
Take part in the conservation of the cheetah, the world\'s fastest mammal and carry out radio tracking, monitoring, collecting samples, and various other survey work related to wildlife reserve management on the southern edge of the Kalahari desert in Botswana.

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Cloud Forest Conservation, Ecuador
The aim of this programme is help to conserve a part of the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest by participating in tree planting, trail work, research activities and sustainable living and food production iin La Hesperia\'s Biological Station nature reserve.

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Desert Elephants Project, Namibia
Track desert elephants and take part in community development work in the beautiful Damaraland region of the Namib Desert where the famous desert-adapted elephants roam free. Volunteer now and you can ensure the survival of these amazing creatures by helping the Damara farmers sustain a safe and mutually beneficial relationship with them.

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Grenada Ocean Spirits Volunteer Programme
Join the project as a Research Assistant volunteer for 3 week periods, and take part in night patrols, flipper tagging, nest excavations, egg counts and so on on the Caribbean island of Grenada in a team of 7.

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Iceland Wilderness Management Programme, Iceland
Live and work in the heart of pristine Icelandic wilderness, help to remove invasive species, trail work, and way marking. Volunteers are needed for 2010 for two week programmes. Ideal short placement for those interested in experiencing wilderness camping and rugged terrain whilst working to preserve a national park.

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Ionian Dolphin Project
The aim of this programme is take part in dolphin research in the Ionian sea in Greece.

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Large Carnivore Conservation Project, Namibia
Take part in monitoring large predators (lion, leopard, hyena, cheetah and wild dog) and carrying out community development building work in the beautiful Caprivi Delta region of Namibia where free-roaming large predators and people still play the fatal game of Africa’s ancient Eden.

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Nevada Wilderness Programme, USA
Volunteer and carry out trail work and applied ecological restoration projects throughout Nevada\'s national parks and reserves, including Lake Tahoe, the Great Basin, Lake Mead and so on.

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Statia Conservation Project, St. Eustatius, Caribbean
Assist St. Eustatius National Parks Foundation with the conservation of the Marine Park and the Quill National Park. Volunteers will have the opportunity to acquire new skills and knowledge about conservation, the ecology of Statia and take part in trail work in the parks and sea turtle monitoring.

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Sweden Bear Tracking Project
Live and work in the Swedish forest in wooden cabins viewing bear, moose, reindeer, beavers and other wild animals. Open to people of all ages, families and nature enthusiasts - short term break, alternative to a holiday!

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Teach in Rural Thailand
An opportunity to teach in rural Thailand in the North Eastern part of the country, and to live in a rural homestay within the community.

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Tsau! White Lion Conservation Project
An opportunity to work with the \'world-first\' reintroduction of White Lions back to the wild in their endemic area - the Greater Timbavati region, in South Africa. Volunteers form part of the conservation monitoring and tracking team, and have a rare opportunity to gain authentic field experience whilst making a valuable contribution to the long-term conservation of the white lions.

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Volunteer in Brazil
Volunteer in Brazil and take part in projects related to the arts, children, the environment, media & design, teaching English, sports, health education and NGO development from 4 to 24 weeks in duration all year round.

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Watamu Turtle Programme, Kenya
Volunteers can join this programme and take part in marine and turtle conservation work involving research and monitoring of nesting turtles, education and outreach programmes and alternative income generating activities all throughout the year.