Help Study and Monitor Costa Rica's Primates and Large Mammals

  Costa Rica

• Eastern Lowlands: 
Tortuguero

Term: Throughout the year 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Dates: Year Round

Description: This project has the aim of better understanding the primates of the Tortuguero area. Volunteers get the chance to observe the behavior of three different species of monkeys all while enjoying the calmness of the black water canals. It is hoped that the data collected in this project assists in providing better habit conservation for primates and a better understanding of their relationship with the flora of the area.

Highlights:
* The chance to enjoy the tranquil environment that the canals of Tortuguero have to offer.
* The opportunity to watch and learn from the areas primates, get up close and personal with them as you see them in their natural environment.
* Working as a team to create programs that will help primates.

Qualifications: Must be able to work in all conditions, good physical stamina, able to handle remote environment.

Cost in US$: $250/ semana

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Most volunteers have no background in the field and we provide all the training necessary for them to accomplish the required work. They are usually open to new experiences and enjoy working outdoors. Some are looking to change their curent job situation and want to try something new, while others are looking to gain experience in the field for related work.

Age Range: 18-60

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Costa Rica Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 2-4

Application Process Involves:

• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

Canadian Organization For Tropical Education & Rainforest Conservation's Mission Statement: The Canadian Organization for Tropical Education and Rainforest Conservation (COTERC) is a registered Canadian non-profit charitable organization. The mission of COTERC is to provide leadership in education, research, conservation and the wise use of natural resources in the tropics. We provide conservation, research and education opportunities at the Cano Palma Biological Station for those interested in sea turtles, resident and migrant birds, neotropical mammals, herptiles, invertebrates and flora.

Year Founded: 1991