The Dolphin Communication Project (DCP, www.dolphincommunicationproject.org) is currently seeking students (currently enrolled, non-matriculated or recent grads) for two different programs in Bimini, The Bahamas, during summer 2022. Program details are listed below.

DCP's mission is to promote the scientific study of dolphins and inspire their conservation. With research ongoing since 1991, our questions focus primarily on communication and behavior among dolphins. Our Bimini, The Bahamas, research site is where we study wild Atlantic spotted and bottlenose dolphins, maintaining photo-ID catalogs with over 300 individuals. A full publication list is available on our website. All programs may qualify for academic credit, however it is the student's responsibility to arrange this with their home institution. DCP can provide a letter confirming participation and contact hours. Additional reading material and/or assignments can be assigned for the ecotour option. 

PROGRAM 1: Field Course in Cetacean Ecology with Sacred Heart University (SHU)
Summer: Dolphin Communication Project | Sacred Heart University
Field Dates: 14- 20 May 2022
Locations: Bimini, The Bahamas + Online; online component: one week before + one week after field portion
Application Deadline: February 15, 2022
Requirements: See SHU website. Non-SHU students are welcome to apply. Tuition required.

PROGRAM 2: Ecotour
https://dolphincommunicationproject.org/index.php/get-involved/ecotours/bimini
Dates: 17 - 22 July 2022 (recommend arrival a day or two early)
Location: Bimini, The Bahamas
Deadline: Rolling; max participants 14
Note: This is a more relaxed, flexible program than the field course; participants are able to choose their level of involvement.
Requirements: At least 18 years of age (younger participants welcome, but must be accompanied by a participating adult who will supervise at all times), Able to swim, Comfort on boats and in hot climates, Excitement over travel to new places, in group setting, Meet legal requirements for short term travel in The Bahamas

All questions can be directed to me at kelly@dcpmail.org.

Cheers,
Kel

Kelly Melillo Sweeting, M.Sc.
Research Associate & Bimini Research Manager
Dolphin Communication Project
www.dolphincommunicationproject.org