Ecuador - Environmental Conservation: Take Action to Preserve the Environment

  Ecuador

• Quito: 
Quito

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Throughout the Year: Every Monday

Description: Project Summary

This exciting program offers the opportunity for volunteers to work in the Alto Choco Reserve with organizations committed to pursing sustainable development projects that combat the recent threat of on the land due to the rise of mining expeditions.

The communities you will be volunteering within are attempting to set an example to other communities by demonstrating that it is possible to enjoy a high standard of living without harming the environment. Our volunteers play an integral role by becoming involved in their conservation efforts and coming up with new and innovative ways to develop their community in an eco-friendly manner. You will also have the chance to live and breathe this alternative lifestyle as an active member of the community.

Your Role as a Volunteer

Volunteers on this project will find themselves involved in a range of these exciting activities:

* Environmental Education: Reaching out to the children about the importance of preserving their natural habitat for the long-term health of their community.
* Reforestation and tree tree farming: Building out the tree population of a 90 hectare region through planting seedlings and collecting seeds for germination of future seedlings.
* English Teaching: Teaching English at the schools in the community and to the group of communitarian foresters.
* Botanical Garden: Identifying species found in the botanical garden; there are about 60 species of orchids and a similar number of bromeliads. Our volunteers role will also involve accompanying project personnel on walks within the reserve to observe and collect plant species not found in the garden.
* Trail work: Rebuilding trails that have been damaged and building new trails along trade routes
* Craft work: Gathering of the raw materials that the tribes women will use in the creation of their crafts and apprenticeship through the creation of these items
* Bamboo paper: Cutting bamboo, transporting it and storing it at a storage station for use in future projects. Such projects involve alternative energy generation with bamboo and the manufacturing of handmade bamboo paper.

Project Location

In Ecuador, there are opportunities to hike, bike and mountain climb in every part of the country. Another popular site is Avenue of the Volcanoes-a valley between twin mountain ranges. Visitors can be transported back in time to the colonial town of Cuenca, in full colonial style with cobbled streets, ironwork balconies and red-tiled roofs and a cathedral. The capital of Quito is a modern city frequented by indigenous vendors in their traditional dress. From active volcanoes to snow-peaked mountains, the beautiful Ecuadorian landscape offers a multitude of possibilities.

About us

Volunteer Visions was founded with a simple idea in mind; that volunteering should be affordable and available to everyone. We offer projects in the following countries:

- Bolivia
- Costa Rica
- Ecuador

We also offer the following types of projects:

- Teaching
- Conservation( Environmental and Animal)
- Community Development

Our programs are designed for individuals seeking a gap year, career break, adventure travel, cultural exploration, and alternative vacations. Whatever your motive for volunteering may be, we can help you find a placement that suits your needs.

Highlights: Special Offers

Share your experience with friends or family and receive a $100 off your program fee.

Here's how:

1. Find a friend(s) or family member to join you on your adventure.
2. He/she applies to the program and simply mentions your name in the questions/comments section of the application.
3. Submit your application with your friends or family members name in questions/comments section and apply for any project in any country and any date of your choice.
4. You will automatically receive $100 off your project placement in our payment confirmation page.

Join a Volunteer Visions adventure with 4 or more of your friends or family and qualify for a free 4-week placement.

Here's How:

1. Get 4 or more people to apply and mention your name in the questions and comments section of the application form.
2. Choose any 4 week volunteer placement in your country of choice.
3. After we receive the program fees from each member of your party, we will send confirmation of their payment to you.
4. You receive a fully paid 4 week placement in your chosen project and country. If you wish to extend your placement beyond 4 weeks, just take the difference between the program fees for the extended period of time and the 4-week fee and pay the difference.

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: Starting at $675

- 2 Weeks: $675
- 4 Weeks: $950
- 6 Weeks: $1050
- 8 Weeks: $1300
- 10 Weeks: $1550
- 12 Weeks: $1800
- Additional Weeks: $125

What's Included in the Program Fee?

- Accommodation
- Food
- Arrival Pick-up
- Pre-departure Information
- Orientation
- 24/7 Onsite Support
- Host Country Coordination
- Social Activities

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18-80

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Volunteer Visions's Mission Statement: Volunteer Visions was founded with a simple idea in mind; that volunteering should be affordable and available to everyone.