Volunteers needed for line-transect surveys around Turks & Caicos, Caribbean We are looking for volunteers on our research trips around the Turks and Caicos Islands, Caribbean. Ocean Explorer is a Swiss non-profit-organization, dedicated to the protection and conservation of marine mammals and their natural environment. Since autumn 2012, the research vessel “Ocean Breeze” launches a number of scientific projects in the Caribbean Sea as well as Eastern Pacific Ocean. We conduct scientific research in close collaboration with established institutions and regional conservation organizations and projects are guided by experienced marine biologists. Ocean Explorer is a certified member of the Reef Check Foundation and supports their monitoring efforts. Details: We conduct line-transect and acoustic surveys around the islands and we are strongly involved in reef monitoring. Therefore, this is a great opportunity to gain experience in visual and acoustic cetacean surveying, photo-identification, behavioural observations and practical skills (sailing, photo-ID, coral reef health monitoring). During lectures and joined discussions you learn more about the biology of marine mammals and coral reef ecology. There will also be the opportunity to visit nature reserves and wildlife parks on guided tours. Travel Dates: 1: 25.05. - 01.06.2013 2: 01.06. - 08.06.2013 3: 15.06. - 22.06.2013 4: 22.06. - 29.06.2013 Costs: CHF: 1690.- (1380 Euro/ 1160 GBP) Cost include following: - Accommodation on board of Catamaran - All meals and non-alcoholic beverages - Unlimited diving and all equipment provided - Guidance from marine biologist and skipper (English and German speaking) - Use of research material as well as library on board - One guided excursion Not included: - International flight to Providenciales - Individual excursions - Travel insurance - Personal expenses For more information and booking please visit: http://www.ocean-explorer.org/56.html or contact Frank Gerstner info@ocean-explorer.org Thank you for your interest.