Volunteers Needed: National Park Project in Chile

  Chile

Rancagua

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months and 1-2 years
Dates: See website for dates

Description: Help create a new national park in pristine Patagonia, Chile when you volunteer with our Patagonia National Park Project. As a volunteer on this groundbreaking project, you will work with scientists and park staff to collect data and carry out restoration work for one of the largest and most ambitious conservation projects in the world.

The goal of the project is to transform a ranch in southern Chile into Latin America's newest national park, one that will be roughly the size of Yosemite National Park. In order to convert the pastureland back to its natural habitat, scientists are now studying the native plants and animals and putting together a restoration strategy. Volunteers will work hands-on with scientists and local guides to conduct scientific research and to help eradicate non-native plant species and replace them with indigenous vegetation. Through these efforts, you will help preserve Patagonia for generations to come.

Highlights:
As a volunteer you will:
* Collect scientific data on the field
* Eradicate non-native plant species
* Collect seeds and plant indigenous vegetation
* Remove old sheep fences
* Learn about the plants and animal species of the area

Qualifications:
* Must be at least 18 years old

Cost in US$: See website

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Volunteer Adventures makes it easy to live your dream of volunteering. Anyone can volunteer, as long as you have the desire to help others and an open mind.

Age Range: 18 and older

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Chile Independently

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