Whale and dolphin conservation and monitoring in Italy

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La experiencia

Identifying cetaceans' critical areas is the main aim of the project. Assist us with whale and dolphin behavioural and acoustic recording, sightings, photo-identification and filming. Help the crew with daily chores, including shopping, washing dishes, and general boatkeep.
Be on board our boat for a high-seas adventure with plenty of learning opportunities!
This is a unique opportunity to learn more about cetaceans and be in touch with nature!

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Que ofreces?

25 horas de ayuda por semana

Cuidado de Animales: Ayuda a cuidar mascotas.

Trabajo Social: Ayuda como voluntario en proyectos locales y comunidades.

Cuota extra requerida

Valor: € 900 Por semana

Cuantía destinada a: Beneficios para los voluntarios y Donaciones al proyecto

Descripción: The research project is almost exclusively supported by the financial contribution of project participants. The money you pay to participate in the program will be used to cover the project running costs (fuel for the boat, equipment, upkeep, etc.). *Plus 150 Euros per week for for fuel and food*

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Lo que obtienes

2 dias libres por semana

Habitación compartida: Tendrás una cama en un cuarto compartido con otros viajeros.

Utilice nuestra cocina equipada: Siéntete libre de usar nuestra cocina y preparar tu comida deliciosa.

Certificado: Obtén un certificado de culminación una vez que hayas terminado tu experiencia.

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Requisitos

Italiano Intermedio o Inglés Intermedio

Más de 18 años

Admite voluntarios solos, parejas y dúos de voluntarios

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Lo que no está incluído

Vuelos, Seguro de Viaje, Transporte Interno y Visa

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Programa detallado

Arrival Day: Boarding takes place every Monday at 4:00 PM. On arrival day, there are no sea outings, and researchers are on board to welcome participants. Participants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the boat and the surroundings and can take the opportunity to rest after the long journey on one of the beaches near the port. Once all participants are on board and settled, introductions are made, and all onboard living and safety rules are explained. Detailed explanations about the project, research (study area, present species, and their biology, etc.) follow.

Cetacean Monitoring Outings: Participants live aboard the research vessel, which primarily sails. During the stay, days are dedicated to research activities, and each participant contributes to fieldwork. Sea outings occur daily (excluding arrival and departure days). Routes are planned to cover the entire study area

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Actividades & Turnos

Participants and researchers commit to observation duties in watch shifts, with two observers alternating in one-hour shifts to report the presence of marine life; in addition to whales and dolphins, sightings of sea turtles, tunas, swordfish, sunfish, rays, schools of fish, and seabirds are recorded. The acoustic system is capable of detecting dolphin sounds within a radius of about 3 miles: when a signal is detected, it is possible to determine the direction and approach the animals. At night, we usually return to the dock in the port. Sometimes, we spend the night anchored in the bay, and if the research requires it, we may also spend the night at sea.

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Reglas

We remind you that life on board a sailing vessel is a choice: a simple, communal, and eco-compatible lifestyle conserving energy and resources.
There is very little privacy, even behind the curtains of the cabins.
Nevertheless, the spaces are large enough, and the sea and the sky will offer you unlimited horizons; each watching shift will give you the possibility to taste the peace of sailing.