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EARTHWATCH
EXPEDITIONS
REAL SCIENCE POWERED
BY REAL
PEOPLE
2015–2016 RESEARCH EXPEDITION GUIDE
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NONPROFIT
EARTHWATCH
OUR MISSION
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MISSION
EARTHWATCH
2015–2016
RESEARCH
EXPEDITIONS
OUR MISSION
Earthwatch engages people worldwide
in scientific field research and education
to promote the understanding and action
necessary for a sustainable environment.
Earthwatch is a global community of dedicated volunteers
and researchers driven by the desire to make a positive
impact on the planet through the power of scientific inquiry.
For more than 40 years, we have pioneered a unique
model of citizen science, offering you the opportunity
to work alongside leading scientists in field sites around
the globe. With your help, researchers obtain the valuable
data they need to support a healthy planet while volunteers
experience a renewed sense of connection to community
and the natural world.
This powerful partnership has resulted in new conservation
laws, preservation efforts, and environmental policies—
tangible benefits that underscore our mission to create
a more sustainable planet.
Through Earthwatch expeditions, you can experience
parts of the world largely untouched by tourists—from hiking
off-trail through rugged national parks to handling wild animals
under the guidance of trained scientists—
while contributing to critical research.
CHOOSE FROM 50 RESEARCH EXPEDITIONS
IN 2015-2016.
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REAL ACTIONS
REAL OUTCOMES
Dr. Demian Chapman
has shown how citizen
science can impact policy
change. With the help
of Earthwatch volunteer
support, Chapman
convinced the Convention
on International Trade
in Endangered Species
(CITES) to extend
restrictions on the shark
fin trade. The restrictions
now protect the great
hammerhead, oceanic
white tip, and three other
shark species previously
unprotected by law.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
01 OUR MISSION
02 WAYS TO ENGAGE
05 POWER OF CITIZEN SCIENCE
06 MAP OF EXPEDITIONS
08 HOW TO USE THE GUIDE
10 NORTH AMERICA
20 CENTRAL, SOUTH AMERICA
& THE CARIBBEAN
30 EUROPE
38 AFRICA
46 ASIA & AUSTRALIA
54 INDEX
56 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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“I am so very glad
that Earthwatch
exists. I love how it
provides a positive
outlet for people
like me who love
the natural world
and enjoy feeling
that they can help
make a difference.”
Kathie Kelly,
Earthwatch Volunteer
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ENGAGEMENT
ENGAGEMENT
WAYS TO ENGAGE
As an Earthwatch volunteer, you’ll work alongside leading scientists
to facilitate and accelerate the collection of scientific data, while
taking part in a transformative personal and team experience.
Without the power of citizen science, Earthwatch scientists are limited
by the resources available to them, which can slow their progress.
At Earthwatch, we support researchers by connecting them to the
public to bring about environmental understanding and action.
THE PUBLIC
Our standard expeditions are open
to adult volunteers of all ages. Participants
ages 15–17 are also welcome on most
expeditions when accompanied by a parent
or guardian. Choose from our diverse
offering of worldwide expeditions in the
following pages.
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earthwatch.org/expeditions
HIGH SCHOOLS
AND UNIVERSITIES
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS,
COMMUNITY AND MORE
Whether researching the impacts of
climate change, ocean conservation, or
the preservation of wildlife, teachers and
students return to the classroom inspired
by their Earthwatch experiences. We also
offer teacher and student fellowships.
Contact us today to learn more about
exciting opportunities for teachers
and students.
Zoos, aquaria, alumni groups, businesses
and more join customized Earthwatch
Expeditions to conduct valuable research,
team-build, and invest in local and global
communities. Contact us to find out how
we can work together to design your
customized group expedition today.
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT
earthwatch.org/education/
student-group-expeditions
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TEEN TEAMS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Earthwatch offers special expeditions where
teens can unite and grow alongside leading
scientists. Our teen expeditions are exclusively
for 15 to 18 year olds. Trained and experienced
facilitators offer additional supervision and
guidance for the duration of the expedition.
See our teen ICON in this guide for teen
exclusives and expedition dates.
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earthwatch.org/education/
special-interest-groups
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earthwatch.org/education/
teen-expeditions
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS VISIT
earthwatch.org/corporatepartnerships
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON
SCHOLARSHIPS
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NONPROFIT
CITIZEN SCIENCE
THE POWER OF
CITIZEN SCIENCE
EARTHWATCH
IS A NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATION
With a rapidly expanding population and other global challenges, our natural resources
are under increased stress. To make informed policy and management decisions about
how to protect our environment, we need data. That’s where you come in. Powered by you,
Earthwatch scientists are collecting a massive amount of data to answer key questions
about how to conserve our environment.
THE COST OF YOUR EXPEDITION SUPPORTS
CRITICAL RESEARCH
The expeditions outlined in this guide were selected because of their potential to increase
scientific knowledge while informing environmental policies, agendas, and management
plans. This ensures that the research you support has a very real and meaningful impact.
And it doesn’t end there. Earthwatch encourages its volunteers to share their scientific
experiences. The more we engage with one another to promote sustainability, the broader
our impact will be.
Reignite your connection to the natural world by joining an Earthwatch expedition.
We need science today to help us make decisions for a better tomorrow.
CAN’T GO? GIFT IT.
50 PERCENT is spent
by scientists on research
activities, including associated
administrative costs.
17 PERCENT is spent
by Earthwatch on risk
assessments, health and
safety policies, emergency
management procedures,
and associated training.
17 PERCENT is spent by
Earthwatch to thoroughly
prepare you before departure.
10 PERCENT is spent by
Earthwatch to promote
expeditions and service
your participation.
6 PERCENT is spent on
insurance coverage and
offsetting the greenhouse
gas emissions of your travel.
DONATIONS ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE.
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If you are unable to go on
an expedition at this time,
consider offering an
Earthwatch expedition
to a friend or family
member as a gift. You
can also donate online
at earthwatch.org/
get-involved or call us
at 03 9016 7590. Your
generous support funds key
research studies around the
world! See more on the
back of this guide.
Earthwatch received the 2014
World Tourism Award, presented
by world-renowned travel expert Peter
Greenberg, in recognition of its mission
to promote a sustainable way of life
through education and field research.
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NORTH AMERICA
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CENTRAL AMERICA
EUROPE
ASIA
NEW Tracking Fire and Wolves through the
Canadian Rockies
Loons and the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill
Whales and Dolphins Under the California Sun
Climate Change at the Arctic’s Edge
Climate Change in the MacKenzie Mountains
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25 Tracking Beavers through German Waters
26 NEW Tracking Dolphins in the Adriatic Sea
28 Wildlife in the Changing French Pyrenees
29 Excavating the Roman Empire in Britain
30 NEW Rediscovering the Canary Islands
31 Unearthing Ancient History in Tuscany
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Wildlife of the Mongolian Steppe
Butterflies and Bees in the Indian Himalayas
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Climate and Landscape Change in Borneo’s
Rainforests
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Archaeology of the Mongolian Steppe
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limate Change: Sea to Trees at Acadia
National Park
SOUTH AMERICA
AFRICA
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NEW E xploring Rising Tides in South Carolina
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NEW S aving Joshua’s Trees Desert Species
10 Encountering the Prehistoric People of New Mexico
11 Uncovering the Mysteries of Ancient Colorado
Exploring an Active Volcano in Nicaragua
Tracking Costa Rica’s Mammals
Costa Rican Sea Turtles
Safeguarding Whales and Dolphins in Costa Rica
Shark Conservation in Belize
Climate Change and Caterpillars in Costa Rica
Amazon Riverboat Exploration
Following Darwin’s Finches in the Galapagos
NEW Trailing Penguins in Patagonia
THE CARIBBEAN
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Puerto Rico’s Rainforest
NEW Helping Endangered Corals in Little Cayman
Investigating Reefs and Marine Wildlife
in The Bahamas
Tracking Sea Turtles in The Bahamas
Animals of Malawi in the Majete Wildlife Reserve
Conserving Leopards and Monkeys in South Africa
Exploring Lions and their Prey in Kenya
Investigating Threats to Chimps in Uganda
South Africa’s Hyenas
South African Penguins
Coral Communities in the Seychelles
NEW Discovering Sharks in South Africa
AUSTRALIA
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Conserving Koala Country
Wildlife of Australia’s Rainforest
Project Manta
Recovery of the Great Barrier Reef
NEW Snorkel for Queensland’s Marine Mammals
Melbourne’s Microbats
Turtles on the Move
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REVIEWS
REVIEWS FROM
AROUND THE GLOBE
HOW TO USE
THE GUIDE
“Every day we had close encounters with
African animals of our childhood dreams.
Our work was supporting innovative and
solution-oriented strategies that honored
the human communities of Kenya as well
as biodiversity. Science for solutions . . .
now it doesn’t get much better than that. ”
The Earthwatch 2015–2016 Expedition Guide is divided into the following
five regions: North America, Central & South America & the Caribbean,
Europe, Africa, and Asia & Australia. Within each region, expeditions
are split into four research categories: Wildlife and Ecosystems,
Climate Change, Archaeology and Culture, and Ocean Health.
Kim Parfitt, Exploring Lions and their Prey in Kenya
HIGH TEMP: Includes
field activities in hot
and humid climates.
LOW TEMP: Includes field
activities in cold climates and
may include snow and ice.
ICONS
Each Earthwatch
expedition involves a
unique set of activities,
climate conditions, and
research areas. The icons
described to the right
will be used throughout
the Guide.
BOATING: Includes
open water, motorized
transportation. May
also include light
physical exertion,
such as paddling.
DIGGING: Includes
bending and kneeling
for extended periods
and working with
trowels.
DIVING: Requires proof
of SCUBA certification.
Additional requirements
and conditions vary
by expedition—some
projects may require a
certain level of experience
and/or medical sign-off.
FLAT LAND HIKING:
Involves walking or
hiking on established
trails. Steepness
ranges from 0–30
degrees.
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SNORKELING: Involves
use of mask, fins, and
snorkel. No scuba diving
experience required.
SWIMMING: Includes open
water swimming, which
may include deep water.
UPHILL HIKING: Difficult
hiking and terrain. May
include off trail hiking and
the need to use hands to
maintain balance at times.
Steepness ranges from
30–60 degrees.
TEEN: Expeditions have
teen exclusive fielding
dates. Note there are other
fielding dates on these
expeditions for adults.
WILDLIFE: Involves working
within close proximity to
wild animals and/or animal
handling. Specific safety
guidelines are in place.
WILDLIFE &
ECOSYSTEMS: Help to
develop conservation
plans to protect our
planet and its most
threatened inhabitants.
OCEAN HEALTH:
Ensure the future of our
planet’s largest resource.
Study ways to protect
coral reefs and the
threatened species that
inhabit our waters.
CLIMATE CHANGE:
Support research that
improves our understanding of how climate
change is affecting the
environment.
ARCHAEOLOGY &
CULTURE: Unearth
the remains of ancient
cultures to find out how
our ancestors lived.
Safeguard our future by
uncovering our past.
“The beautiful turquoise waters in
The Bahamas are reason enough to
go there. But, to pursue and capture
adolescent green turtles and hawksbill
turtles in the shallows of the island
shorelines . . . is an experience to
remember forever.”
Jim La Rochelle, Tracking Sea Turtles in The Bahamas
“Every Earthwatch project I have been on
I have wanted to do again and this one was
no exception . . . On three occasions polar
bears came right up to the building which
meant we got some great photos but were
pleased to be inside!”
Claire Doe, Climate Change at the Arctic’s Edge
“My grandson, Kieren, and I joined the first
expedition at the site this summer . . . I can
totally recommend this experience to anyone
wanting an active educational holiday.”
Noel Henry, Excavating the Roman Empire in Britain
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From studying climate change at the Arctic’s edge to
tracking the health of dolphins and whales off the coast
of Southern California, Earthwatch’s North American
expeditions offer you the chance to contribute to critical
research that addresses key environmental challenges.
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1. Overlooking the Mackenzie Mountain Barrens, the team hikes and records plant observations.2. In the
high desert of Southwest Colorado, team members excavate ancient households. 3. Volunteers observe
the behaviour of marine mammals from lookout points along the California coast. 4. Volunteers access
melting sea ice in the Arctic to better understand how climate change is shaping our planet.
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SPOTLIGHT ON
DR. JIM PARUK
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SENIOR SCIENTIST AT THE CENTER
FOR LOON CONSERVATION AT THE
BIODIVERSITY RESEARCH INSTITUTE
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“I was sickened
by the oil spill
in the Gulf when
it happened;
I think we all
were. I just
wanted to do
something. And
for me, being
a loon biologist,
this is how
I could get
involved.”
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After the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the
Gulf of Mexico in 2010, leading researchers
from around the world descended on the Gulf
to study the ways in which the massive disaster
would impact species and ecosystems. Dr. Jim
Paruk was no exception. He investigates how
the spill has affected large seabird populations—
such as loons and pelicans—on the Louisana
shore, but he can’t do it alone.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
“ We need ‘seeing eyes.’ My experience with
Earthwatch in the past is that the volunteers
are knowledgeable, bright, caring people
who want to contribute. They make great
suggestions, and they bring their energy
and enthusiasm to the project, which
keeps me going.”
LOONS AND THE GULF
OF MEXICO OIL SPILL
RESEARCH TASKS
• Help capture, record, and
release loons at night; observe
behavior during the day.
SCIENTIST: Dr. Jim Paruk,
Senior Scientist at the Center
for Loon Conservation at the
Biodiversity Research Institute
• Assist with collecting and recording
data on Brown Pelicans.
LOCATION: Port Sulfur,
• Help researchers to process
bird blood samples.
DURATION: 7–14 days
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NORTH AMERICA
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NEW Tracking Fire and Wolves through the Canadian Rockies
Loons and the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill
Whales and Dolphins Under the California Sun
Climate Change at the Arctic’s Edge
Climate Change in the MacKenzie Mountains
NEW Climate Change: Sea to Trees at Acadia National Park
NEW Exploring Rising Tides in South Carolina
NEW Saving Joshua Tree’s Desert Species
Encountering the Prehistoric People of New Mexico
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Uncovering the Mysteries of Ancient Colorado
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Louisiana, United States
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., Mar.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Field house near Gulf of Mexico,
volunteers help prepare meals
In April 2010, the Deepwater Horizon oil spill released more than 200
million gallons of oil into the Gulf of Mexico, leading to one of the worst
environmental crises in history. Researchers are now studying large
seabirds, such as loons and pelicans, to look for signs that spilled oil
is working its way up the food chain. On this expedition, you’ll travel
in boats to capture and tag loons at night, and pelicans and cormorants
during the day—research activities that will help scientists to better
understand how to protect these species.
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TRACKING FIRE AND
WOLVES THROUGH THE
CANADIAN ROCKIES
RESEARCH TASKS
• Track wolves once a week using
noninvasive scientific methods.
• Measure trees and shrubs to
document the impact of wolves and
prescribed fire on an ecosystem.
• Evaluate what elk are eating to
track how they respond to wolves.
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AU $2,995
RESEARCH TASKS
SCIENTIST: Dr. Cristina Eisenberg,
Lead Scientist at Earthwatch
Institute
LOCATION: Waterton Lakes
National Park, Canada
DURATION: 7 or 13 days
FIELDING MONTHS: July, Aug.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Shared
house with beautiful mountain
views, local & organic fare,
volunteers help prepare meals.
In many places in western North America, wolves have been hunted
nearly to extinction. But in Waterton Lakes National Park, they’ve made
a comeback naturally. Explore how wolves and fire keep ecosystems
healthy in one of the wildest places in North America. Hike off-trail
through rugged parts of the park that tourists never see as you help
researchers untangle the complex interactions between wolves, elk,
and fire. Work with park managers to measure vegetation, elk grazing
land, and the impact of controlled fires. Spend time on the trail of
wolves as you study their meeting sites and travel corridors.
WHALES AND
DOLPHINS UNDER
THE CALIFORNIA SUN
RESEARCH TASKS
• Spot and record whales and
dolphins, including the endangered
blue whale, from a boat.
• Observe whales and dolphins
from shore.
• Create GIS maps of
sighting locations.
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from
AU $3,695
LOCATION: Dana Point and Catalina
• Record plant and animal
observations.
• Analyze your findings in the lab
to understand climate-related
changes in the Arctic.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
SCIENTIST: Dr. LeeAnn Fishback,
Scientific Coordinator, Churchill
Northern Studies Centre
LOCATION: Churchill,
Manitoba, Canada
DURATION: 11 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., June,
July, Aug., Sept.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Research Centre with northern
lights dome, buffet-style meals
EXPLORING RISING TIDES
IN SOUTH CAROLINA
• Survey fireflies as they are evidence of
a healthy habitat.
• Plot, tag, and measure plants
and track tree growth.
DURATION: 7 or 14 days
FIELDING MONTHS: June, July
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
AU $4,295
Shrinking sea ice, retreating glaciers, a tree line migrating north, and
less snow that melts earlier—all are clear signs that the climate in the
Arctic is changing. But what do these changes mean for the future of
this landscape and the species that live there, including humans? On
summer and fall expeditions, you’ll don waist-high waders to collect
water samples and survey the number of fish and frogs that live in these
northern wetlands. On winter expeditions, you’ll assess snowpack as
you travel between research sites on a sled pulled by a snowmobile.
You may even get the chance to build and sleep in an igloo for a night.
• Collect water and soil samples
to help understand forest
carbon storage.
Island, California, United States
AU $2,995
SCIENTIST: Dr. Alex Chow, Assistant
Professor, Clemson University
LOCATION: Winyah Bay,
South Carolina, United States
DURATION: 7 days
FIELDING MONTHS: July, Aug.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Cottages and dorms on protected
forest, regional staples
Cozy condo with ocean views,
volunteers help prepare meals
Collisions between whales and boats have risen steadily since the
1950s as ships have gotten larger and faster and whale populations
have begun to recover from the whaling industry. Evidence suggests
that whales exert extra energy trying to avoid boat traffic and forage
less when boats are nearby. On this expedition, you’ll track whales
and dolphins in the Catalina Channel to help inform strategies
to reduce conflicts with boat traffic.
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• Use sophisticated equipment
to study snowpack, permafrost,
and soil.
RESEARCH TASKS
SCIENTIST: Dr. Lei Lani Stelle, Associate
Professor,
University of Redlands
from
CLIMATE CHANGE AT
THE ARCTIC’S EDGE
Wetlands feed and filter our drinking water, hold floodwater at bay,
and provide a home for an array of plants and animals. In some areas,
however, rising sea levels have reshaped this environment. On the
coast of the wildlife-rich Winyah Bay, just below Myrtle Beach, you will hike
the Hobcaw Barony—a wetlands area that is accessible only to researchers.
You’ll tag and identify trees, measure water quality,
and survey fireflies. By understanding climate change, scientists can
recommend the best way to protect this critical wetland forest and others
like it around the world.
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CLIMATE CHANGE:
SEA TO TREES AT
ACADIA NATIONAL PARK
RESEARCH TASKS
• Identify birds, plants, insects,
or crustaceans on foot or bike.
• Collect dragon flies from
freshwater sources to test
for mercury pollution.
AU $3,895
S CIENTIST: Dr. Abraham Miller
Rushing, Science Coordinator,
National Park Service,
Acadia National Park
LOCATION: Acadia National Park,
Maine, United States
• Transcribe historical accounts
of naturalists in Acadia dating
back more than 120 years.
DURATION: 7 days
FIELDING MONTHS: July, Aug.,
Sept., Oct.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
RESEARCH TASKS
S CIENTIST: Dr. Anastasia Steffen,
• E xcavate in Valle Entrada
and possibly discover
ancient weapons.
Adjunct Assistant Professor,
University of New Mexico & Cultural
Resources Coordinator, Valles Caldera
National Preserve
• Walk the valley to map artifacts.
LOCATION: Valles Caldera,
• Record the location of artifacts using
GPS and take them to the lab for
analysis.
New Mexico, United States
DURATION: 11 days
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
FIELDING MONTHS: July, Oct.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Lodge
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
overlooking meadow, Mexican
and Southwestern cuisine.
Apartments or bunkhouses,
home-cooked meals by staff
The granite mountains and craggy coasts of the islands that make up
Acadia are famous for their beauty and their wildlife; however, the
habitat is threatened by the effects of climate change. On this expedition,
you’ll examine the impacts of three phenomena—warming temperatures,
mercury pollution, and ocean acidification—on plants and wildlife, on land,
in ponds, and within the intertidal zone. The data you collect will be
compared to more than 120 years of past environmental observations and may
inspire policies to safeguard this iconic national park.
SAVING JOSHUA TREE`S
DESERT SPECIES
RESEARCH TASKS
• Record information about changes
in the ranges of desert reptiles
(as well as other animals) and
plants due to climate change.
AU $2,795
S CIENTIST: Dr. Cameron Barrows,
Associate Research Ecologist,
University of California Riverside
LOCATION: Joshua Tree
National Park, United States
• Monitor declines and
reproduction in vegetation
as you tag and identify plants.
DURATION: 7 or 14 days
• E xplore the desert in search
of tortoises and birds.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
FIELDING MONTHS: Mar., May
Research station with wilderness
views, staff prepared meals.
The Valles Caldera in the Jemez Mountains of northern New Mexico,
a landscape formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago, offers a glimpse
into human history. Join researchers as they survey and excavate the Valle
Entrada, part of prehistoric trading routes. The archaeological record in the
preserve could help us understand how people lived in the Southwestern U.S.
for thousands of years before the Pueblo farmers. On this expedition, live the
life of an archaeologist and help us preserve and share the lessons learned from
the region’s invaluable cultural resources.
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UNCOVERING THE
MYSTERIES OF
ANCIENT COLORADO
RESEARCH TASKS
• E xcavate ancient households
and architecture, such as the
great kiva (a gathering place).
• Use remote sensing tools to search
for overlooked features beneath the
ground.
• In the lab, wash, sort, and label
artifacts such as pottery, stone works,
and animal bones.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
Joshua trees can live for hundreds of years in one of the most extreme
climates in the U.S.: the Mojave Desert. However, these trees, and the plants
and animals that share their habitat, are now threatened by climate change.
Scientists predict that if temperatures rise at the expected rate, this iconic tree
will disappear from 90% of its current range in California’s Joshua Tree National
Park by the end of the century. You’ll hike among stunning rock formations
as you identify plants and document sightings of the park’s birds and
reptiles. Be a part of the park’s first long-term monitoring project that will
help to interpret and shape its future.
AU $3,395
ENCOUNTERING THE
PREHISTORIC PEOPLE
OF NEW MEXICO
S CIENTIST: Dr. Susan Ryan, Research
Archaeologist at Crow Canyon
Archaeological Center
LOCATION: Cortez, Colorado,
United States
DURATION: 7 or 14 days
FIELDING MONTHS: July, Aug., Sept.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Navajo-style log cabins,
healthy fare prepared by staff
Dig into the archaeology of Colorado’s Basketmaker communities to help
uncover clues about their transition from hunting and gathering
to agriculture. The Mesa Verde region in southwest Colorado is ideal
for studying this transition, which occurred in this area during the
Basketmaker III period (A.D. 500 to 750). You’ll join a group of archaeologists
at Crow Canyon Archaeological Center in Cortez, Colorado, to take part in
hands-on archaeological fieldwork by excavating the largest known
Basketmaker III community in the region.
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From tagging sharks in Belize to tracking penguins
at the southern tip of Argentina, our expeditions to
Central and South America and the Caribbean offer
you unparalleled opportunities to immerse yourself
in nature while conducting scientific research.
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1. In the Costa Rican forest, volunteers survey tropical plants. 2. The expedition team uses high-tech
equipment to study an active Nicaraguan volcano’s crater. 3. Volunteers cruise along a riverboat in the
Amazon collecting critical wildlife data. 4. In Costa Rica Earthwatch volunteers track and photgraph
whales and dolphins.
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Professor Hazel Rymer believes volcanoes
are windows into the planet. Rymer has
studied active volcanoes around the world –
including the famous Askja Volcano in
Iceland, which erupted explosively in 1875.
Now, with the support of Earthwatch volunteers,
Rymer is studying how the Masaya Volcano
in Nicaragua is impacting its environment.
Armed with a better understanding of the
effects of this volcano, Rymer and her team
aim to help local communities live peacefully
with Masaya and develop safer evacuation
plans. But to do this, she needs long-term
monitoring data.
“In order to get a lot of measurements for a
lot of volcanoes you need a lot of instruments
and a lot of people to help you. So I depend on
citizen scientists…and it has been revolutionary.”
EXPLORING AN ACTIVE
VOLCANO IN NICARAGUA
RESEARCH TASKS
• Set up and monitor instruments
to measure volcanic activity.
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Tracking Costa Rica’s Mammals
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Safeguarding Whales and Dolphins in Costa Rica
Shark Conservation in Belize
Climate Change and Caterpillars in Costa Rica
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• Catch and identify butterflies
that are sensitive to
volcanic emissions.
• Measure plants that are
susceptible to changes in
volcanic emissions.
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Following Darwin’s Finches in the Galapagos
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Puerto Rico’s Rainforest
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Investigating Reefs and Marine Wildlife
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Tracking Sea Turtles in The Bahamas
SCIENTIST: Prof. Hazel Rymer,
Dean and Director of Studies
for the Faculty of Science,
Open University
LOCATION: Masaya Volcano,
Nicaragua
DURATION: 7 or 14 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., Mar.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Hotel in Masaya,
Central American fare
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Learn how to use high-tech scientific instruments and hike through the
forest to study how this flow of gases affects the region’s ecosystems.
By joining this field research team, you’ll have a chance to contribute
to our understanding of how volcanoes can shape the lives of the plants,
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TRACKING COSTA RICA’S
MAMMALS
RESEARCH TASKS
• Check camera traps and hair traps
to determine mammal activity.
• Record the height and diameter of
plants to measure forest health.
AU $3,295
S CIENTIST: Margot Wood,
Ph.D. Candidate, Wildlife and
Fisheries Sciences Department,
Texas A&M University
LOCATION: San Isidro, Peñas
Blancas, Costa Rica
• Visit land managers to investigate
how they use the land and interact
with wildlife.
DURATION: 10 days
FIELDING MONTHS: June, July
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ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Shared cabins near nature walks,
Costa Rican fare
In the Paso de Las Nubes Biological Corridor, farmland is intertwined
with national parks and other protected areas. Therefore, efforts to
protect wild landscapes require the help and support of farmers. You
will interview farmers and track wildlife to help researchers determine
if Costa Rica’s environmental policies have been effective, or if they
need new strategies. This is your chance to have a concrete impact
on the forests of Costa Rica and the animals and people who depend
on them for survival.
COSTA RICAN
SEA TURTLES
RESEARCH TASKS
• Observe and monitor nesting
leatherback turtles.
• Relocate eggs from threatened
sea turtle nests.
AU $3,295
S CIENTIST: Dr. Frank Paladino,
Professor of Biology,
Indiana-Purdue University
LOCATION: Parque Nacional
• Take hatchlings to the water’s
edge and release them into
the ocean.
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Marino Las Baulas, Guanacaste
Province, Costa Rica
DURATION: 9 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Jan., Feb.,
Oct. Nov., Dec.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Biology field station on beach,
Costa Rican fare
The leatherback sea turtle population in the Pacific Ocean, once the
stronghold of the species, has dropped by more than 90% since 1980.
To understand why this population has declined so rapidly, researchers
are studying their behavior, physiology, genetics, and migration patterns.
You’ll get up close to these massive animals to help scientists attach
transmitters that track the leatherbacks’ movements. You’ll also
transfer eggs from nests in dangerous spots to a safe hatchery
to better protect this vulnerable species.
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SAFEGUARDING
WHALES AND DOLPHINS
IN COSTA RICA
RESEARCH TASKS
• Travel by boat to find and
document schools of dolphins
and pods of whales.
• Record information such as
water temperature, sea state,
and GPS location.
• Identify dolphins by the
markings on their dorsal fins.
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AU $2,995
S CIENTIST: Dr. Lenin E. Oviedo
Correa, Chief Scientific Advisor
and Research Associate,
Center for Cetacean Research
of Costa Rica
LOCATION: Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica
DURATION: 9 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Jan, Feb., June,
July, Aug., Dec.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Forest eco-lodge, Costa Rican fare
Golfo Dulce, a narrow inlet on the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica,
is a rich habitat for marine life. In an environment largely untouched
by tourism, researchers are studying the populations, distributions and
habitat preferences of the pan-tropical spotted dolphin, the bottlenose
dolphin, and the migratory humpback whale. The data you collect will
help policymakers to decide whether the region needs a permanent
marine protected area.
SHARK CONSERVATION
IN BELIZE
RESEARCH TASKS
• Help researchers to implant
transmitters on sharks to
record their movements.
• Catalog and organize tissue
samples taken from sharks.
• Observe ocean life through
baited remote underwater
video cameras.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $3,395
S CIENTIST: Dr. Demian Chapman,
Assistant Professor, School of
Marine and Atmospheric Science,
Stony Brook University
LOCATION: South Water Caye
or Glover’s Reef, Belize
DURATION: 8 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Jan., June, July
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Field station near the ocean,
Belizean cuisine
Because sharks breed more slowly than other fish, their populations
have difficulty recovering from major losses. Join the first study of
its kind: measuring how long it takes an overfished shark population
to recover in a newly minted marine reserve. Travel by boat to deploy
baited remote underwater video cameras (BRUVs) and attach tags
to sharks to track their movements in relation to marine reserve
boundaries—a critical part of assessing how well the reserve
is working to rebuild shark populations.
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CLIMATE CHANGE
AND CATERPILLARS
IN COSTA RICA
RESEARCH TASKS
• E xplore the La Tirimbina
Rainforest Reserve.
• Hike on and off trail to gather
caterpillars and plants in the field.
• E xamine caterpillars in the lab
and release them or add them
to the caterpillar “zoo” for
further analyses.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $3,595
S CIENTIST: Dr. Lee Dyer,
Professor and Director, Ecology,
Evolution and Conservation Biology,
University of Nevada, Reno
LOCATION: La Selva Biological
Station & Tirimbina, Costa Rica
DURATION: 9 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Dec.
Bunk beds deep in the forest,
traditional Costa Rican fare
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EXPLORATION
RESEARCH TASKS
RESEARCH TASKS
AU $3,495
S CIENTIST: Dr. Richard Bodmer,
LOCATION: Galápagos, Ecuador
• Monitor finch mate choice
and observe the genetic
battle firsthand.
DURATION: 10 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Jan.
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ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
House overlooking Tortuga Bay,
prepared regional dishes
The Galápagos Islands are home to a unique array of animal species,
including 14 species of native birds known as Darwin’s finches. The
beak size and shape of these birds are linked to the seeds they eat;
however, the abundance of human-introduced foods seems to be
creating a population of “lazy” birds—finches that don’t have to work
hard to find the right food for their beak. You’ll help catch birds, measure
their beak size, head size, and body dimensions, and photograph them
for analysis. With your help, researchers can understand how to
conserve the distinct finch species made famous by Charles Darwin.
TRAILING PENGUINS
IN PATAGONIA
RESEARCH TASKS
• Walk and map a penguin colony
and help tag penguins.
• Track wildlife, including
primates and game birds.
LOCATION: Samiria River, Peru
• Meet and work with the Cocama
people from a nearby village.
• Help scientists to attach tracking
devices to penguins to record
their movements.
FIELDING MONTHS: Jan., Apr.,
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De León, Researcher, Instituto
de Investigaciones Científicas y
Servicios de Alta Tecnología
• Hike off trail to hunt for finch food.
Professor, Durrell Institute of
Conservation and Ecology
DURATION: 8 or 15 days
Aug., Sept., Nov., Dec.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Restored rubber-boom-era
vessels, South American cuisine
The Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve is a rare example of how
conservation efforts work best when done in collaboration with local
people. Aboard a riverboat, you’ll travel deep into the heart of Peru’s
flooded Amazon region, home to an incredible array of wildlife, including
pink river dolphins, caimans, uakari monkeys, and manatees. The
animals you’ll monitor provide key information about the health of the
ecosystem and the sustainability of traditional hunting and fishing. Help
the Cocama people develop management plans to protect both their
needs and the wildlife of the Samiria River basin.
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S CIENTIST: Dr. Luis Fernando
• Assist with setting up mist nets
to catch and measure finches.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Costa Rica’s caterpillars come in an array of shapes and colors, which
are used to ward off predators such as wasps and flies (parasitoids).
Caterpillars and parasitoids live in a delicate balance: parasitoids keep
caterpillar populations in check, which prevents them from decimating
their food plants. But climate change could upset this balance. You’ll
search the forests of Costa Rica for caterpillars and take specimens
to the lab for state-of-the-art chemical analysis and observation.
You may even identify a new species—it’s happened before.
• Spot, survey, and identify
pink river and grey dolphins.
FOLLOWING
DARWIN’S FINCHES
IN THE GALÁPAGOS
• Observe penguin pairs and
weigh eggs and hatchlings.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $3,895
S CIENTIST: Dr. Flavio Quintana,
Investigador Principal, CONICET
LOCATION: Chubut, Patagonia,
Argentina
DURATION: 7 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Oct., Nov., Dec.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Modern
house in town of Camarones,
fresh Argentine fare
Researchers don’t know exactly how or where penguins from the
Cabo dos Bahías colony get their food because they forage beneath
the ocean. Join a team of scientists using cutting-edge technology to
solve this mystery, which could have important implications for how we
conserve this beloved bird. You’ll travel to the rookeries on the shores of
Argentina’s Golfo San Jorge to observe a colony of about 9,000 breeding
pairs of penguins. You’ll help to mount tracking devices that capture the
penguins’ movements—information that will ultimately help to identify
areas that need government protection.
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RAINFOREST
RESEARCH TASKS
• Head out in the early morning
to spot and record birds.
AU $3,095
S CIENTIST: Thrity “3t” Vakil,
President, Tropic Ventures
Education and Research Foundation
• Search for, capture, and identify
frogs and lizards in the rainforest.
LOCATION: Las Casas de la Selva,
• Plant new trees to restore
natural habitat.
DURATION: 10 days
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
Patillas, Puerto Rico
FIELDING MONTHS: June,
July, Dec., Jan.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Bunkhouse or platform tent in
rainforest, Caribbean cooking
Humans have extensively used most of Puerto Rico’s forests over the
past few centuries, clearing them for agriculture, coffee plantations,
and pastures, and harvesting wood for fuel. Now, as more people move
to cities, urban sprawl further threatens the forests. On this expedition,
researchers are studying the ecology of rainforests—how all of the
organisms in them coexist—and testing different forest management
techniques. You’ll help to monitor the test sites to see how healthy the
trees are, plant native tree species, and survey and observe birds—
activities that help to measure the health of the rainforest.
HELPING
ENDANGERED CORALS
IN LITTLE CAYMAN
RESEARCH TASKS
• Snorkel, survey, and record
GPS coordinates of coral reefs.
• Help researchers build
structures used to grow
new staghorn coral.
• Input data collected into
a database to track reef
changes over time.
AU $3,195
S CIENTIST: Dr. Kristi Foster,
INVESTIGATING REEFS
AND MARINE WILDLIFE
IN THE BAHAMAS
RESEARCH TASKS
• Snorkel through reefs and
mangroves to identify fish species.
• Record environmental data
such as water depth and
mangrove density.
• Set up underwater video cameras
and document the footage.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $3,195
S CIENTIST: Dr. Annabelle Brooks,
Research Manager,
Cape Eleuthera Institute
LOCATION: Eleuthera Island,
The Bahamas
DURATION: 10 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Mar., June,
July, Aug.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Bunk beds with ocean views,
Caribbean and American fare
The Bahamas’ reefs, seagrass beds, mangrove creeks, and patch
reefs (small reefs in shallow water) are under threat from climate
change, overfishing, and coastal development. You will work alongside
researchers to identify fish and observe their behavior, and also record
environmental data such as water depth, flow rate, and density of plant
life. Armed with these data, researchers can better understand how
to protect these rich aquatic environments.
TRACKING
SEA TURTLES IN
THE BAHAMAS
RESEARCH TASKS
AU $3,295
• Catch sea turtles in the water
and record data.
S CIENTIST: Dr. Annabelle Brooks,
Research Manager,
Cape Eleuthera Institute
• Snorkel through turtle habitats
and record GPS locations.
LOCATION: Eleuthera Island,
The Bahamas
DURATION: 9 days
FIELDING MONTHS: July, Dec.
• Set up baited remote underwater
video cameras to capture signs
of turtle predators.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
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ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Bunk beds with ocean views,
Caribbean and American food
Assistant Director of Research,
Central Caribbean Marine Institute,
LOCATION: Little Cayman,
Cayman Islands
DURATION: 7 days
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Beachfront rooms at research
station, meals prepared by
local cook
The coral reef off Little Cayman Island is a story of survival. It’s one
of the few reefs in the world to recover after the 1998 El Niño, which
caused record-high sea temperatures and devastated reefs around the
world. What can Little Cayman’s reefs tell us about how to protect coral
reefs elsewhere that are threatened by warmer temperatures? Alongside
leading researchers, you will snorkel off this remote island, survey
coral growth, and record conditions that best support coral health. The
aim is to use this information to help protect reefs across the globe.
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FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., June,
July, Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov.
Sea turtles have survived for millions of years, but may not be able to
withstand human-induced threats. To save the endangered green and
hawksbill sea turtles from further decline, researchers need to ensure
their habitats are protected from coastal development and climate
change. You’ll snorkel or travel by boat in clear coastal waters to catch
and study these fascinating creatures. Discover which habitats are most
important to these turtles and help researchers and the government
to create plans that protect these ecosystems from development.
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you the opportunity to explore the rich history and biodiversity
of the region while contributing to scientific research.
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1. Volunteers unearth artifacts along the coast of Tuscany. 2. Earthwatch volunteers look for remnants of
colonial farming in the Canary Islands. 3. Volunteer trek through the French Pyrenees to survey and
observe birds for evidence of environmental changes 4. Volunteers photograph and document dolphins’
size and behavior in the Adriatic Sea.
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TRACKING BEAVERS
THROUGH GERMAN WATERS
RESEARCH TASKS
• Observe beavers in the wild
at dawn and dusk.
• Paddle by canoe to scout
for signs of beaver activity.
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S CIENTIST: Dr. William Megill,
Rhine Waal University of
Applied Sciences
LOCATION: Emmerich, Germany
DURATION: 7 or 13 days
• Hike to survey beaver habitat.
FIELDING MONTHS: May, June,
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
Aug., Sept.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Full-service hotel in Emmerich,
local fare at hotel
Beavers—nature’s engineers—were reintroduced in the Netherlands
in the 1980s and have since made their way to the densely populated
Lower Rhine region of Germany. Scientists lack information on the
numbers and range of these expert builders and how they are
influenced by human activities like farming, fishing, and waterway
maintenance. You’ll search ponds and streams for signs of beaver life,
record those you see, and observe their behavior. The critical baseline
data you collect will shape plans to manage beavers so that they can
co-exist with the people of the Lower Rhine.
TRACKING DOLPHINS
IN THE ADRIATIC SEA
RESEARCH TASKS
• Scout for dolphins from a
watchtower; track dolphins on
the water based on scout reports.
• Watch for loggerhead sea turtles
as you track the dolphins.
AU $3,395
S CIENTIST: Dr. Tilen Genov,
Head of Science, MorigenosSlovenian Marine Mammal Society
LOCATION: Piran, Slovenia
• Photo-identify individual
dolphins from the markings
on their dorsal fins.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
DURATION: 10 days
FIELDING MONTHS: June, July,
Aug., Sept.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Comfortable apartment,
fresh Mediterranean cuisine
Join an investigation into the dolphin population that lives in Slovenia’s
beautiful coastal waters. Each day you’ll travel by boat on the Adriatic
Sea to search for these charismatic marine mammals—as well as
loggerhead sea turtles—to monitor where they feed and raise their
young and how they interact with each other. Help researchers
understand which parts of the ocean are most important to dolphins
and turtles so they can inform government policies that safeguard
dolphins and the Adriatic Sea ecosystem.
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EXCAVATING THE ROMAN
EMPIRE IN BRITAIN
RESEARCH TASKS
• Uncover the remains of the Roman
settlement of Arbeia, including
coins and pieces of pottery.
• Draw and photograph
excavation sites.
• Catalog, sort, and clean finds
for excavation records.
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S CIENTIST: Dr. Paul Bidwell,
Head of Archaeology,
Tyne and Wear Museums
LOCATION: South Shields,
Tyneside, United Kingdom
DURATION: 6 or 14 days
FIELDING MONTHS: June, July, Aug.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Local guesthouses near seafront,
hearty meals
Arbeia was a Roman military and civilian settlement and port. Its fort became
part of the frontier defense system begun in A.D. 122 by the Emperor
Hadrian. Hadrian’s Wall, just four miles from Arbeia, marks the boundary of
the empire. New discoveries are constantly being made at the site, painting
the most detailed picture ever seen of the inside of a Roman military base of
the first to the fourth centuries. You’ll take part in excavation activities,
including surveying the site, sampling, cleaning, planning and mapping, as
well as processing the finds.
EXCAVATING THE
ROMAN EMPIRE IN
BRITAIN—WEEKENDER
RESEARCH TASKS
• Dig into layers of Roman
occupation from the first
to the fourth centuries.
• Clean, label, and sort finds such
as pottery and animal bones.
• Study artifacts, from pottery
to coins, that have been
unearthed by other teams.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $495
S CIENTIST: Dr. Paul Bidwell,
Head of Archaeology,
Tyne and Wear Museums
LOCATION: South Shields,
Tyneside, United Kingdom
DURATION: 3 days
FIELDING MONTHS: May, Aug.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Self-arranged lodging in
South Shields, local restaurants
Spend a weekend on an archaeological excavation near Hadrian’s Wall
to discover how the Romans lived in northern England. As a weekend
volunteer, you may choose from two options, both of which include a
visit to the Great North Museum in Newcastle. Option 1: During the
Sampler Weekend of Archaeology, you’ll learn how to use an archaeological
trowel and record finds. You’ll help trained staff to excavate layers of
Roman occupation from the first to the fourth centuries A.D. Option 2:
During the Archaeological Finds Weekend, you’ll get up close with the
finds from excavations at the fort, which include a range of artifacts
from pottery to coins.
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RESEARCH TASKS
• Survey archaeological sites.
• Record evidence of
Colonial Spanish farmers.
AU $3,895
S CIENTIST: Dr. Christopher Stevenson,
Assistant Professor, Virginia
Commonwealth University
LOCATION: Canary Islands, Spain
• Sort artifacts and note the
location of the finds.
DURATION: 12 days
FIELDING MONTHS: May, June
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Restored colonial estate, prepared
Spanish and American fare
COULD THIS BE
YOU IN 2015?
Nearly 100,000 volunteers have participated on Earthwatch expeditions
since 1971, contributing roughly 10,000,000 hours of data collection—far
more than our scientists could have collected alone. Here are two snapshots
of volunteer experiences that beg the question: Could this be YOU in 2015?
Spanish colonists occupied the island of Lanzarote from the late 1300s to the
late 1800s. Join this archaeological expedition to investigate
how colonialist farmers worked with their specific surroundings in the
Canary Islands, a beautiful island chain just off the northwest coast of
Morocco. You’ll help researchers understand how farming techniques from
the past can be applied to the sustainable farming techniques of today.
UNEARTHING ANCIENT
­HISTORY IN TUSCANY
RESEARCH TASKS
• E xcavate artifacts with trowels,
brushes, and other tools.
• Catalog finds and analyze the source
and age of stones used
as building materials.
• Sort artifacts and note the location of
the finds.
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THE NEXT
JAMES MURPHY?
S CIENTIST: Dr. Carolina Megale, Project
Director, Archeodig
LOCATION: Baratti and Populonia
Archaeological Park, Piombino,
Tuscany, Italy
DURATION: 7 or 13 days
FIELDING MONTHS: May, June,
July, Aug., Sept., Oct.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Modern
apartments in Populonia Stazione,
home-cooked Italian food
The ancient seaside city of Populonia, on the coast of Tuscany,
has a complex past. We still know little about the political, economic,
architectural, and religious changes brought by the arrival of Romans
in this part of the Tuscan coast. You’ll live the life of an archaeologist
as you unearth artifacts and, where possible, rebuild original objects from
the fragments you discover. You’ll be stationed at one of two research
sites—the Roman villa in Poggio del Molino or the necropolis
in San Cerbone. This is an unparalleled chance to experience Italy’s ancient
past and preserve a historical landmark.
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In 2001, James Murphy joined an Earthwatch
expedition in the foothills of Argentina’s Andes
Mountains—a place known as “Valley of the Moon” for
its desolate, otherworldly appearance. The day started
like any other. The team woke and traveled
to the Ischigualasto Provincial Park to help scientists dig
for dinosaur bones. Over the course of the day, however,
Murphy began to unearth a near-complete skeleton of a
small, two-legged dinosaur—about the size of a small
dog.
What he didn’t know at the time, and what scientists
wouldn’t fully understand for years to come, was that
Murphy had discovered an entirely new species of
dinosaur—what may be the earliest known relative
of Tyrannosaurus rex and all meat-eating dinosaurs. It
was one of the most significant discoveries in dinosaur
history.
HOW WILL
YOU SHARE YOUR
EARTHWATCH STORY?
As a 7th grade teacher at Hewitt-Trussville School outside
of
Birmingham,
Alabama,
Karon
Decker
was determined to make science come alive for her students. In May 2014, she and a fellow teacher joined an
Earthwatch expedition in Thailand to investigate endangered elephants—a project they selected because of its
focus on conservation science. “We were involved in data
collection, behavioral observation, data analysis, and we
learned from the researchers,” she said. It was just what
Decker needed: the hands-on experience of doing research
herself.
Back in Alabama, Decker brought her newfound
understanding of elephant conservation to the classroom. She asked each of her students to choose an endangered keystone species to adopt for the year. From
genetics to natural selection to ecology, students apply
their knowledge of a scientific subject to their chosen
species. Decker has a great story from the field—a new
teaching tool she can use to inspire the next generation
to care a bit more about science than they did before.
Scientists published the findings in the prestigious
journal Science a decade after Murphy’s discovery,
naming the new species the Eodromaeus murphi
in honor of the Earthwatch volunteer who found it.
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Scientists leading our expeditions in Africa need your help to
better understand the interactions between humans and wildlife
in order to protect Africa’s iconic species—from chimpanzees
in Uganda’s forest reserve to lions in the Kenyan savanna.
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1. In a South African wildlife reserve, volunteers search for hyenas, jackals, and other
animals. 2. Volunteers tag and observe African penguin pairs on South Africa’s Robben Island.
3. Volunteers search for top predators in the Kenyan savanna. 4. Researchers and volunteers measure and
tag sharks in South Africa’s Walker Bay.
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SPOTLIGHT ON
DR. DAWN SCOTT
ROYAL SOCIETY SOUTHEAST ASIA
RAINFOREST RESEARCH
PROGRAMME
“No matter how
unattractive they
may seem to us,
scavengers play
an essential role
in ecosystems.
We need to value
and protect all
aspects of
ecosystems to
maintain their
function for our
own survival.”
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Dr. Dawn Scott is passionate about humanwildlife conflict. For years, she and her
colleagues have focused their research on
scavenger species, such as hyenas and
jackals. These animals have plummeted in
number because of their bad—and, as Dawn
would say, unfair—reputation as the “baddies
of the bush.” With the help of Earthwatch
volunteers, Scott’s team is raising awareness
about the vital role that scavenger species
play in balancing the ecosystem, and finding
ways to mitigate the risks they face.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
“ We hope volunteers take away an amazing
and unique experience of Africa and, in
the process of helping us, gain a greater
understanding of the importance
of scavengers and their ecology.”
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• Walk the reserve to look for
hyenas, jackals, their dens,
and other traces of wildlife.
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• Check camera traps to see
what animals have been
captured on film.
• Drive at night to spot and
survey predators, such as lions
and leopards.
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SCIENTIST: Dr. Dawn Scott,
Principal Lecturer in Ecology,
University of Brighton
LOCATION: Pilanesberg National
Park & Mankwe Wildlife Reserve,
North West Province, South Africa
DURATION: 12 days
FIELDING MONTHS: May, June,
Oct., Nov.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Field
station or a walk-in safari tent,
chef prepared local cuisine
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Animals of Malawi in the Majete Wildlife Reserve
Conserving Leopards and Monkeys in South Africa
Exploring Lions and their Prey in Kenya
Investigating Threats to Chimps in Uganda
South Africa’s Hyenas
South African Penguins
Coral Communities in the Seychelles
NEW Discovering Sharks in South Africa
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Scavengers such as hyenas and jackals play a vital role in the
environment by maintaining the balance of ecosystems through
their specialized feeding habits, but they can come into conflict with
people. Fewer than 1,700 brown hyenas are left in South Africa, and
the black-backed jackal is the most persecuted carnivore in the region.
In South Africa’s Pilanesberg National Park, you’ll study carnivore
populations in areas with different levels of protection and management
to inform conservation strategies.
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ANIMALS OF MALAWI
IN THE MAJETE
WILDLIFE RESERVE
RESEARCH TASKS
AU $3,995
RESEARCH TASKS
• Roam the reserve to observe
elephants, rhinos, lions,
and antelope.
S CIENTIST: Dr. Alison Leslie,
Senior Lecturer, Department of
Conservation Ecology and Entomology,
Stellenbosch University
• Visit local schools to participate in
conservation education activities.
LOCATION: Majete Wildlife
Reserve, Malawi
• Review camera trap photos to
identify individual animals and
sort according to species.
DURATION: 12 Days
FIELDING MONTHS: June, July,
Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov., Dec.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Furnished individual tents,
home-cooked African fare
Poaching and habitat destruction have reduced Malawi’s wildlife
populations to near-extinction. Since 2003, the Malawian government
began reintroducing iconic species such as the rhino, leopard, and
hyena to the Majete Wildlife Reserve. As a member of one of the first
research initiatives in the reserve, you’ll survey and observe these
animals as you explore the park on foot during the day and by vehicle at
night. Join this expedition to help make Majete a model wildlife reserve.
CONSERVING LEOPARDS
AND MONKEYS IN
SOUTH AFRICA
RESEARCH TASKS
• Wake before dawn and follow
baboons and monkeys until
they sleep.
• Traverse the wilderness to
check camera traps for elusive
nocturnal animals.
EXPLORING LIONS AND
THEIR PREY IN KENYA
AU $4,295
S CIENTIST: Dr. Russell Hill,
Professor, Department of
Anthropology, Durham University
LOCATION: Polokwane, South Africa
• Spend mornings hiking to
track leopards and hyenas.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
DURATION: 12 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Jan., June,
July, Sept., Dec.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Thatched roof huts at research
station, local cuisine
Conflict between humans and animals is growing across Africa
as habitat becomes increasingly fragmented. In the Soutpansberg
Mountains of South Africa, part of a rich biosphere reserve, you’ll
help to mitigate the risk of conflict and shape conservation efforts
by studying the ecology of leopards and monkeys and examining how
they interact with humans. Pinpointing ways for humans and wildlife
to coexist is essential for conserving the region’s species diversity
and protecting local people’s livelihoods.
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• Track six prides of lions using
radio-collars, observe their
behavior, and take photos for
identifying individuals later.
• Monitor camera traps to
identify individual animals
by their unique patterns.
• Record lion prey abundance
and behaviors for zebras, cattle,
and other herbivores.
AU $4,595
S CIENTIST: Dr. Jacob Goheen
Professor, University of Wyoming
LOCATION: Ol Pejeta
Conservancy, Kenya
DURATION: 14 days
FIELDING MONTHS: July, Aug., Sept.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Lodge
or stone huts with thatched roofs,
prepared buffet-style meals
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
Everyday life in the Kenyan savanna is a delicate balance between predators
and prey. To preserve this balance, researchers at the Ol Pejeta
Conservancy are studying the interactions between lions and herbivore
species. You’ll monitor six prides of lions to learn about where and how
they hunt, and what this means for the cattle grazing in the conservancy.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to witness how interconnected
all species really are and be part of a strategy that could benefit predators,
prey, and the people of Kenya who depend on tourism and livestock.
INVESTIGATING THREATS
TO CHIMPS IN UGANDA
RESEARCH TASKS
AU $3,295
• Track chimpanzees and blueand red-tailed monkeys as they
look for food.
S CIENTIST: Dr. Fred Babweteera,
Regional Coordinator, Royal
Zoological Society of Scotland
Research and Conservation
• Record trees species to help
understand why many are
no longer bearing fruit.
LOCATION: Budongo Forest
Reserve, Uganda
• Interview farmers to find out
when and how often primates
raid their crops.
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., Apr.,
June, July, Aug., Oct.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
DURATION: 12 days
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Single rooms in Budongo Forest,
African fare
In Uganda, the amount of fruit produced by forest trees is mysteriously
declining. As a result, chimpanzees and other primates are raiding
local subsistence farms. You’ll have a unique opportunity to study the
chimps in the Budongo Forest Reserve, the largest remaining tropical
rainforest in East Africa. By monitoring local trees, observing primates,
and surveying pollinators such as bees and butterflies, you’ll help
researchers understand the reason for the reduction in primate food
and how primates and farmers can coexist in the reserve.
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SOUTH AFRICAN
PENGUINS
RESEARCH TASKS
AU $3,595
• Record nesting sites and select
penguin pairs to be studied.
SCIENTIST: Prof. Peter Barham,
Professor of Physics,
University of Bristol
• Attach satellite tracking devices
to penguins.
LOCATION: Robben Island,
Cape Town, South Africa
• Help care for injured birds
and oiled penguins.
DURATION: 12 days
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
FIELDING MONTHS: Mar., Apr.,
May, June, July, Aug.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Comfortable island house,
South African cuisine
South Africa’s Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was once
imprisoned, is a hotspot for many species of seabirds. African
penguins once dominated this island, but human activities such as
oil spills have had a disastrous impact on their populations. On this
expedition, you’ll help a team of scientists monitor penguins and other
seabirds on the island, surveying the populations and observing them
on remote cameras. This project aims to understand why the penguin
populations have declined so rapidly, and to develop well-informed
strategies to increase their chances of survival.
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CORAL COMMUNITIES
IN THE SEYCHELLES
RESEARCH TASKS
• Dive or snorkel to identify species
of fish and observe reef health.
• Analyze underwater video
to see what species are
swimming around the reefs.
• Create educational materials
to help researchers share
their conservation plans.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
SCIENTIST: Prof. David Smith,
Professor and Director of the
Coral Reef Research Unit,
University of Essex
LOCATION: Curieuse Island,
Seychelles
SPOTLIGHT ON
KATIE GLEDHILL
RESEARCH SCIENTIST,
SOUTH AFRICAN
SHARK CONSERVANCY
“My dream is
to show people
how awesome
these animals
are and inspire
new shark
lovers and
advocates.”
Katie Gledhill has always been fascinated
by sharks. She has spent her life studying
a variety of shark species from around the
world, from giant tiger sharks to critically
endangered smalltooth sawfish to her
personal favorite—catsharks. Moments
after they hatch, wriggling baby catsharks
can fit in the palm of your hand.
More than a quarter of shark and ray species
around the world are now threatened with
extinction. Gledhill is using a combination of
science and education to help protect these
important predators.
“Nothing beats the exclamation of sheer joy
people make when they have a memorable
shark encounter. These moments can shift
one’s attitude toward sharks.”
DISCOVERING SHARKS
IN SOUTH AFRICA
RESEARCH TASKS
• Fish for sharks with a rod and reel
from the shore or from a boat.
• Measure and tag sharks, take
a small fin sample, and release
them back into the wild.
FIELDING MONTHS: Apr.
• Set and collect underwater remote
video cameras to determine
species diversity in Walker Bay.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
DURATION: 12 days
Beachfront guesthouse, cook
prepared Seychellois cuisine
Tropical coral reefs are some of the most species-rich environments
in the world. Off the shores of the Seychelles Islands, you’ll scuba
dive and snorkel alongside researchers as you explore the undersea
landscape and collect data. You’ll record underwater video, use
high-tech instruments to investigate how corals absorb and use light,
and survey the reef for fish. Most importantly, you’ll work on materials
to provide the Seychelles government and local communities with the
information they need to combat the threats to coral reefs.
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SCIENTIST: Katie Gledhill,
Shark Research Program Manager,
South African Shark Conservancy
LOCATION: Walker Bay, South Africa
DURATION: 7 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., June
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Private house in Hermanus,
Western and South African fare
Be among the first in South Africa’s Walker Bay to research shysharks,
catsharks, pyjama sharks, and other shark species—some of the
world’s least-known ocean dwellers. To better protect these sharks,
scientists urgently need to understand the diversity of species and how
they are distributed throughout the bay. You’ll get up close and personal
with the sharks as you measure them, photograph them, take tissue
samples for genetic analysis, and tag them. With your help, researchers
can determine which particular habitats and areas need year-round
protected status.
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From deep within the Malaysian rainforest to the crystal clear
waters off the coast of Australia, critical research support
is needed to preserve some of the world’s unique wildlife,
ecosystems, and human history. That’s where you come in.
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1. Volunteers look for evidence of black band disease and tag affected corals along the
Great Barrier Reef. 2. In India’s Kullu Valley, volunteer assesses species diversity by recording trees, shrubs,
and herbs. 3. Volunteers take the time to relax in the pristine waters of Australia’s Daintree Rainforest. 4.
Volunteers search for the nests of vultures and kestrels in the Mongolian Steppe.
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DR. GANA WINGARD
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“Nature
Reserves
in Mongolia
typically receive
little to no
management
and often
suffer from
local poachers,
who may not
be aware the
protected
area exists.”
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As a child, Gana Wingard traveled to the
Mongolian Steppe each summer to visit her
grandparents. It was an opportunity for her to
connect with nature and interact with a variety
of animals, including horses, sheep, goats,
marmots, and beautiful birds and reptiles.
Her grandfather, a Buddhist monk, used the
time to teach her the importance of protecting
nature and coexisting with other wildlife. He
advised her not to pull flowers, hurt animals,
or spill anything in the river. By leaving the
ecosystem unaltered, she could better protect
it, he explained.
These early experiences inspired Wingard to
spend her life conserving the very land her
grandfather cared so much about. With the
help of Earthwatch volunteers, she is now
exploring the lives of grassland animals
to help protect their wilderness home.
WILDLIFE OF THE
MONGOLIAN STEPPE
RESEARCH TASKS
• Collect radio-telemetry data
and attach radio-tracking
devices to wildlife.
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Butterflies and Bees in the Indian Himalayas
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Climate and Landscape Change
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Conserving Koala Country
Wildlife of Australia’s Rainforest
Project Manta
Recovery of the Great Barrier Reef
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Melbourne’s Microbats
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SCIENTIST: Ganchimeg (Gana)
Wingard, Denver Zoo Mongolia
Program Director
LOCATION: Ikh Nart Nature Reserve,
Dornogobi Aimag, Mongolia
DURATION: 14 days
• Record the GPS coordinates of
nests of vultures and kestrels.
Aug., Sept.
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ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
FIELDING MONTHS: May, June,
Guesthouse & Mongolian yurts,
traditional Mongolian fare
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• Safely capture and release
argali sheep and Siberian ibex
to collect data.
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Inside the Ikh Nart Nature Reserve in Mongolia, grassland animals
such as the hedgehog, the argali sheep, and the Siberian ibex face threats
from poaching, illegal mining, and overgrazing. Join researchers to
explore the lives of these animals to help conserve their habitat.
Results from this research are being used to develop improved
conservation management policies in the reserve.
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BUTTERFLIES AND BEES
IN THE INDIAN HIMALAYAS
RESEARCH TASKS
AU $3,995
• Walk through apple orchards
to identify and survey different
pollinating species.
S CIENTIST: Dr. P.P. Dhyani,
Director, Govind Ballabh Pant
Institute of Himalayan and
Environment Development
• Create a schedule of peak
pollinating times by tracking
trees and plants.
LOCATION: Kullu, Himachal
Pradesh, India
• Collect plant and soil samples
at different field sites for
laboratory analysis.
FIELDING MONTHS: Apr., Aug., Oct.
DURATION: 12 days
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Hotel with views of the Himalayas,
local vegetarian cuisine
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
India’s Kullu Valley is famous for its apple orchards and farms. But
flowering plants are disappearing, and the number of pollinators such
as bees and butterflies is dropping. As a result, crops are suffering,
threatening the region’s agricultural tradition and its financial stability.
On this expedition, you’ll work outdoors, surrounded by the Himalayas,
collecting vital data about plants, butterflies, and bees. Your findings
will help to shape policies for agricultural management in the Indian
Himalayan region.
CLIMATE AND
LANDSCAPE CHANGE IN
BORNEO’S RAINFOREST
RESEARCH TASKS
AU $3,095
• Hunt for tree seedlings, measure
them, and help track their growth.
S CIENTIST: Dr. Glen Reynolds,
Royal Society SE Asia Rainforest
Research Programme
• Catalog what lives in these diverse
forests by gathering specimens.
LOCATION: Danum Valley, Malaysia
• Collect rainfall, temperature,
and soil erosion data.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
DURATION: 10 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Apr., Aug,
Sept., Oct.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Comfortable rooms in the
rainforest, local Malaysian fare
The tropical rainforests of Borneo are home to thousands of plant
species, countless insects, a vast array of birds, and some of the
world’s iconic and most endangered mammals: the orangutan,
Sumatran rhino, clouded leopard, and pygmy elephant. You’ll trek
into the heart of the rainforest to determine how key plant and animal
groups have been impacted by logging and climate change. This
information is critical to providing a strong scientific foundation
for the restoration of Borneo’s remaining forests.
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ARCHAEOLOGY OF THE
MONGOLIAN STEPPE
RESEARCH TASKS
• Search for archaeological features
and discover new excavation sites.
• Hone your powers of
observation as you draw,
map, and photograph sites.
• E xcavate artifacts with a shovel
or trowel and record finds.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $3,595
S CIENTIST: Dr. Joan Schneider,
Associate State Archaeologist,
California Department of Parks
and Recreation
LOCATION: Ikh Nart Nature Reserve,
Dornogobi Aimag, Mongolia
DURATION: 14 days
FIELDING MONTHS: May, June
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Guesthouse & Mongolian yurts,
traditional Mongolian fare
The Ikh Nart Nature Reserve in Mongolia is a magnificent region of
semiarid grasslands and rocky outcrops. You’ll survey the landscape
for significant archaeological and cultural artifacts, such as burial
cairns, steles, and other commemorative monuments or markers such
as the remains of campsites and rudimentary structures, and rock art.
This is your opportunity to help design an ongoing archaeological
investigation in the remote and beautiful Mongolian steppe.
CONSERVING
KOALA COUNTRY
RESEARCH TASKS
• Hike through koala country
and observe koalas and their
young in the wild.
• Set up and maintain camera
traps and observe wildlife out
and about in the forest.
• Survey and record koala habitat
details, such as vegetation, and
other animals spotted.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $3,195
S CIENTIST: Dr. Desley Whisson,
Lecturer in Wildlife and
Conservation Biology, School
of Life and Environmental
Sciences, Deakin University
LOCATION: Great Otway
National Park, Victoria, Australia
DURATION: 10 Days
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., Sept., Nov.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Full-service holiday camp,
team collaborative cooking
The koala is under threat from rising temperatures, decreasing
rainfall, and the likelihood that bushfires will become more frequent.
In the Great Otway National Park, you’ll monitor and research koalas,
helping scientists to capture them and assess their habitats. The
information you collect will contribute to a better understanding
of the potential impact of climate change on koalas and their habitat,
which will pave the way toward conservation solutions.
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WILDLIFE OF AUSTRALIA’S
RAINFORESTS
RESEARCH TASKS
• Hike and record measurements
and behavior of birds and lizards.
• Measure the diameter of trees and
the density of the rainforest canopy.
• At night, catch and survey
nocturnal animals, including
frogs, bats, and mammals.
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AU $2,195
S CIENTIST: Prof. Stephen Williams,
Director of the Centre for Tropical
Biodiversity and Climate Change,
James Cook University
LOCATION: Wet Tropics
World Heritage Area,
North Queensland, Australia
DURATION: 7–15 days
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., May, Oct.
RECOVERY OF THE
GREAT BARRIER REEF
RESEARCH TASKS
• Dive daily to map coral in
designated research plots.
S CIENTIST: Dr. David Bourne,
Research Scientist, Australian
Institute of Marine Science
• Record, tag, and photograph
corals with black band disease.
LOCATION: Orpheus Island,
Great Barrier Reef, Australia
• Monitor the response of diseased
coral to environmental factors in
a lab setting.
DURATION: 8 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Apr., Sept.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Two-story house on island, local
Australian fare & barbecues
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Cabins
& individual tents in rainforest,
team collaborative cooking
Sixty percent of rainforest species could become endangered
or critically endangered during the course of this century. Join
researchers in the wet tropics of northern Queensland to study the
last remaining part of the forest that once dominated half of Australia.
This lush landscape is home to species of parrots, pythons, and tree
kangaroos, many of which exist solely in this region. You’ll explore
tropical mountains as you investigate changes in the climate and
landscape and what they mean for the future of species in the area.
AU $2,995
PROJECT MANTA
RESEARCH TASKS
• Swim under manta rays to take
photos of the unique spot patterns
on their underbellies.
• Take water and plankton samples
to measure ocean health.
S CIENTIST: Dr. Kathy Townsend,
Education Officer and Lecturer,
University of Queensland
LOCATION: Lady Elliot Island,
Queensland, Australia
• Photo-identify individual
manta rays.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
DURATION: 8 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Feb., June, Sept.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Permanent tents on island,
delicious, plentiful food
The manta ray is the world’s largest ray, yet little is known about its
biology, ecology, or population size. Recent demand in eastern Asia for
manta ray products, such as fins and gills, poses an immediate threat
to the species and has caused significant population declines. At the
southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, you’ll photograph and film manta
rays, study their feeding habits, and help to sample and analyze plankton.
The information you gather will help government agencies, conservation
groups, and commercial tour operators to protect these species and
promote sustainable ecotourism as an alternative to fishing.
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Over the past few decades, the poorly understood “black band disease”
has destroyed parts of the Great Barrier Reef. The disease continues to
threaten not only the remaining coral but other coral reefs in the Pacific
and Caribbean oceans. Working at a variety of dive sites, you’ll conduct
underwater surveys—tagging and photographing diseased coral. Your
work will help researchers assess how the reef is recovering from
recent cyclones, and the impact of light, temperature, and water
quality on the progression of black band disease.
SNORKEL FOR
QUEENSLAND’S
MARINE MAMMALS
RESEARCH TASKS
• Snorkel to monitor and
collect samples of seagrass.
• Study the composition of sediment
samples taken by boat.
• Survey intertidal or shallow
subtidal areas to identify small
vertebrates and fish.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $2,995
S CIENTIST: Dr. James Udy, Chief
Scientist at Healthy Waterways
LOCATION: Moreton Bay, Australia
DURATION: 7 days
FIELDING MONTHS: Mar., Aug.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD:
Beachfront resort or field station,
good hearty local fare
Increased tourism in Australia’s Moreton Bay combined with coastal
development, pollution, and freight traffic pose a threat to the flora
and fauna that inhabit the waters. By snorkeling, boating, and wading
in the pristine waters, you’ll study the health of seagrass and macroinvertebrates, which are key food sources for larger animals, such as
fish, dugongs, and dolphins. The information you collect will help to
create a health report card for the Bay that can be used by policymakers
to develop management strategies to protect this vital marine ecosystem.
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EXPEDITIONS
MELBOURNE’S MICROBATS
RESEARCH TASKS
WHAT’S GOOD ABOUT
THEM?
• Family Teams available; Children
welcome accompanied by an adult. *See
expeditions for details.
• Short commitment time.
• Get a feel for an Earthwatch
adventure.
• Great for Students; Receive a letter of
participation to add to your Curriculum
Vitae.
• Learn interesting facts about your
local environment.
• Gain hands on experience.
“I thoroughly
enjoyed
everything,
catching bats
was amazing
and something
I’ll cherish
forever. It was
great learning
how to use all
the different
traps and bat
detectors”
VOLUNTEER ON
MELBOURNE’S
MICROBATS
TURTLES ON THE MOVE
RESEARCH TASKS
• Set fyke net traps in wetlands
• Participate in dip-netting to analysis
what food exists in the habitat.
• Tag and process turtles captured,
before releasing them.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $95
S CIENTIST: Dr. Andrew Hamer,
Ecologist, Australian Research Centre for Urban Ecology, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
LOCATION: Wetlands around
Melbourne, Australia. Meeting point
University of Melbourne
DURATION: 1 day
FIELDING MONTHS: Nov., Dec., Jan.,
Feb., March.
*Children aged 13 years and older
welcome, accompanied by a guardian.
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: No
accomodation. Simple lunch
provided.
Very little is known about Melbourne’s freshwater turltes, particularly the
impact that the growing city is having on their health. As turtles are among
the top predators in the food chain, a healthy turtle populations points
towards a healthy ecosystem. However, globally freshwater turtles are in
decline. On this one day expedition, you will wade through the city’s
freshwater lakes and creeks to capture turtles, assess their health and review
the condition of their habitat.
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• Set harp traps in the Royal Botanic
Gardens
• Collect bats and return to lab for
analysis and banding.
• Collect data on bat’s food supply and
habitat conditions.
IS THIS TRIP FOR ME?
AU $95
S CIENTIST: Prof. Rodney Van Der Ree,
Deputy Director, Australian Research
Centre for Urban Ecology, Royal
Botanic Gardens Melbourne
LOCATION: Royal Botanic Gardens
(RBG), Melbourne, Australia
DURATION: Overnight.
FIELDING MONTHS: Nov., Dec., Jan., Feb
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD: Sleeping
*Children aged 10 years and older
welcome, accompanied by a guardian.
on stretcher beds in accomodation at
the RBG. Light snacks and breakfast
included.
Urbanisation is becoming a major threat to sustainable microbats
populations. Scientists from the Australian Research Centre for Urban
Ecology are studying the long-term viability of microbats living in and
around Melbourne. Join the scientists during this overnight expedition,
staying in the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens, to help collect valuable data
on the distribution, abundance and habitat requirements of Melbourne’s
tinniest residents.
RESEARCH FINDINGS
DR. RODNEY VAN DER REE
MELBOURNE’S MICROBATS
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The bats use bridges and culverts to
cross the road!
Evidence was found suggesting bats
modify their roosting behaviour in
urban environments.
Bats display a preference for foraging
in areas with relatively high levels of
tree cover and in close proximity to
water.
Wetlands have been found to be
important in urban areas (for foraging
insects and drinking). However, heavy
metal pollution in water (e.g. run
off from streets) has been found to
negatively affect bat species diverstity.
Artificial light in urban areas has been
found to be a disadvantage to many
bat species; but advantageous to two
bat species.
SUCCESS
NUMEROURS LOCAL
COUNCILS AND
LAND MANAGEMENT
AGENCIES IN
AND AROUND
MELBOURNE
HAVE ADOPTED
MANY OF THE
RECOMMENDATIONS
WE HAVE MADE
ABOUT HOW TO
MANAGE AND PRUNE
TREES TO PROTECT
MICROBAT HABITAT.
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