Endangered Species Volunteer Project Jeffreys Bay Eastern Cape

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Endangered Species Volunteer Project Description

 

: If your passion is helping save Endangered Wildlife in South Africa this is the project for you. Located between Port Elizabeth and Jeffreys Bay we care for abandoned and injured animals, we also breed endangered species for future generation to enjoy on this Animal Sanctuary. This Project is set up and managed by All Africa Volunteers assisting the Animal Rehabilitation Centre between Port Elizabeth and Jeffreys Bay with the daily care and funding to feed and care for stranded and injured animals. This project was identified as having a true need for volunteers to support with time and funding. We have introduced a breeding program for endangered species like, Cheetah, Blue Duiker, Servels and many other species to follow with the support from volunteers and sponsors
 


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City/Town: Jeffreys Bay

Level of Fitness: Average

Province: Eastern Cape
 
   

What you can Expect: Volunteer Program Working as a volunteer you will be involved in many aspects of conservation and wildlife care. When we do have new born animals you will have the rare opportunity of caring for them this means being responsible for the young's well being and upbringing. Giving the young comfort, feeding them with milk formula from a bottle. Replacing their mother in all ways. Cuddling and just sitting with young animals help them grow strong. Interacting with the public extends to assisting our staff in training and conservation awareness. Other volunteer tasks include : Conservation educationals on fauna and flora in the region as well as identification of mammals, wildlife spoor, animal dung etc. Assisting with upkeep of the small reserve such as maintenance, removal and identification of alien vegetation etc. Upkeep and improvement of animal enclosures. Observing and studying the animals and their behaviour, this includes sleeping out in the game areas in camps. Checking reserve and boundaries for snares. Preparing of food and cleaning of enclosures. Doing survival training practically on the reserve. Building new habitats for animals. Conducting walking safaris and Mountain Bike Trails on the reserve.
   

Itinerary: Introduction: You will be collected from Port Elizabeth Airport by the Project leader and be transported to the Breeding Centre some 70 kilometres from the city. Location: The centre is located between Port Elizabeth and Jeffreys Bay on lush green roaming hills. The Centre boasts in excess of forty species of wildlife. Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Impala, Blesbok, Duiker, Bushbuck, Monkeys, etc. and a selection of bird species.
 
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Included: Includes Accommodation (shared 2-4 Sleeper Log cabin in Game area) and Transfers to and from Port Elizabeth (Accommodation upgrades to single and double rooms available) Sponsorship for Endangered Species Projects and sponsoring of purchasing additional animals for breeding project. One Weekend in Jeffreys Bay, including Surf Lesson, accommodation and meals when staying for a min of 4 weeks at the project.
 

Excluded: Excursions and personal expences
   

Transport: You will be collected from Port Elizabeth Airport by the Project leader and be transported to the Breeding Centre some 70 kilometres from the city.
 
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What to Bring: Please be aware that your clothes are going to get dirty! Also it can get very cold during the evenings during the African winter so please bring a warm jacket and long trousers. Passport, insurance certificates & personal documentation, including some certified copies stored separately. Spending money in the local currency – small denomination notes (must change at airport forex)Arrange to get extra spending money paid into your credit card when required Camera with enough film and batteries for the duration of the expedition. (Note not all projects have battery charging facilities) Notebook and pen Personal medical first aid & hygiene kitDiarrhea & anti histamines + headache tablets Proof of recommended inoculations Water purification tablets/devices (iodine based) Sunscreen & lip salve Sun Hat Comfortable, lightweight trekking boots or similar Sandals for camp Personal torch (preferably head torch), spare bulb & batteries Sunglasses Cigarette Lighter for bush business (do not take in hand luggage) Pocket knife is handy (not in your hand luggage) Waterproof jacket for rain Fleece type pullover (it can get quite cold at night) Khaki, or similar neutral colored lightweight bush wear(Not with camouflage design) Long trousers Swimwear Towel Mosquito & insect repellant Binoculars for game viewing Water bottles Daypack large enough for; fleece, personal medical kit, binocs, sunscreen, lunch and water bottles. One soft kit bag for main packing Waterproof & secure bag for documents & money Sleeping bag (three seasons) (also consider a sleeping bag liner) for Kenya, and should you be doing your own private travels or a tour after your volunteer experience Mosquito net Working gloves and some old clothes for dirty work Positive attitude!

 


Questions and Answers: Accommodation Sleeping accommodation during the volunteer experience: Log cabins in the Game Area Meals All meals are provided and thus are included in your program fees. We welcome all vegetarians and vegans as well as any other special dietary requirements. You will also be required to prepare your own meals. Transport All Airport transfers to the project are provided. Volunteers must fly to Port Elizabeth Airport Training All training is provided by qualified staff, which includes: researchers, Field guides, animal care specialists and animal trackers. Communication Internet access is available for emergency purposes, and is charged at the going rate. This must be booked in advance. If you take your own laptop, you can use the telephone link in the restaurant. You must bring your own converter and adapter. Medical All volunteers must arrive with a medical & travel insurance. We have hospitals and medical clinics nearby and we can get normal medical care within a reasonable time. Medical rescue is available in most countries in Africa - please ensure your medical aid will cover that. Volunteers can have rabies & anti-tetanus injections should they wish. Many areas in Africa have a malaria risk, should you travel afterwards it is best to take something for MALARIA. We suggest you consult your local doctor for malaria medication. The area mentioned above are free of Malaria. Requirements · Dress code for most projects should be natural colour clothing. (Rules of the project should be respected to avoid expulsion from the program.) · Wildlife rehabilitation, re-introduction is a sensitive program where Wildlife are encouraged to return to the wild (if possible) therefore contact with animals is sometimes limited unless the animal is injured, orphaned or needing to be nursed. · There is age restriction of min. 17yrs and max 45 yrs but applicants are expected to be physically able to complete tasks and generally get involved with the rest of the younger group of volunteers. · A basic English understanding is required. Should there be an applicant with poor English command he/she must be accompanied by applicant of the same language or attend our language school. English Language School · Our programs are open to anyone who has an interest in Africa her Wildlife & her people. What Happens to my Fees Volunteer’s fees pay for the following: Accommodation & meals Training in basic Conservation and animal care Project 24 hour support Donations to WESSA (Wildlife Environment Society of South Africa) Donations to Endangered Wildlife Trust Money received from volunteers for these projects is used amongst other things to : o Build new & better breeding & recovery units for wild animals in our care. o Improve the general conditions of the project o Meat for breeding lions o Milk formula for baby lions o Purchase much needed yet expensive drugs for wildlife (inoculations etc) o Electric fencing for re-introduction programs o Radio collars and tracking devices for monitoring wildlife o Dart gun and drugs o Upliftment of rural classrooms o Maintenance of electric fencing around breeding enclosures o Purchase of Wildlife to stock re-introduction areas. o Purchase of vehicles to monitor wildlife The Project try and keep their fees as low as possible yet enough to make this a viable and sustainable project. We currently employ 31 people in Africa and our profits stay in Africa where it boosts our very own economy and creates jobs for the rural people of Africa. This project is proud to be the first and largest Youth Adventure Company actually making a difference in Africa. We care for our people, wildlife and our continent and wish to make it a better place for all. We support our volunteers by: · Running a 24-hour back-up service to volunteers any place any time while in Africa you can call our hotline for tips, assistance and a chat. · Operating regular phone checks with you (where possible). · Contacting your family and loved ones at home, and letting them know how you’re doing (on request only)

 
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Rates: Please note that you can join any project for any length of Time (min 2 weeks) 2008 R 2950/week

 

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Cancelation Policy: Once All Africa Volunteers approves the application, confirmation of acceptance into the program will be sent to the client at which point the client will deposit the non-refundable 20% of the total fee into All Africa Volunteers Bank Account. Balance of the program price is payable in full, 42 days before date of departure. If the balance of the program price is not paid on due date, All Africa Volunteers reserves the right to disqualify the applicant. If an applicant applies 42 days or less before the start of the program then the program full price is payable at time of application.
 
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