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Wolf Conservation Experience

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2 - 6 Wochen  ·  Alter 21 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Aid in the survival of the endangered Iberian Wolf at a dedicated conservation center, focusing on protection and habitat preservation
  • Engage in diverse tasks such as animal feeding, maintenance, fire prevention, and reforestation, enhancing the wolves' enclosure to mimic wild conditions
  • Participate in clearing non-native Eucalyptus trees and contribute to reforestation efforts, vital for maintaining a balanced ecosystem for the wolves

Highlights

  • Aid in the survival of the endangered Iberian Wolf at a dedicated conservation center, focusing on protection and habitat preservation
  • Engage in diverse tasks such as animal feeding, maintenance, fire prevention, and reforestation, enhancing the wolves' enclosure to mimic wild conditions
  • Participate in clearing non-native Eucalyptus trees and contribute to reforestation efforts, vital for maintaining a balanced ecosystem for the wolves
  • Be part of a greater mission to educate about wolf conservation, understanding their behaviors and movements, and advocating for their protection in their natural habitat
  • Visit Ericeira and Mafra and get to know other areas around Portugal
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    Alter 21+
    Alleinreisend
    Pärchen
    Gruppen
    50+

    Über das Programm

    Join our program to support the preservation of wolves, by participating in daily activities at the center, including feeding, monitoring, facility maintenance, and more

    Wolves in Portugal face significant challenges due to habitat destruction and human persecution. Many wolves cannot survive in the wild after becoming dependent on humans. That’s where wolf conservation centers come in, by providing refuge for wolves from zoos, illegal trapping, or other ...

    Über das Programm

    Wolves in Portugal face significant challenges due to habitat destruction and human persecution. Many wolves cannot survive in the wild after becoming dependent on humans. That’s where wolf conservation centers come in, by providing refuge for wolves from zoos, illegal trapping, or other captivity, helping them regain health and happiness in large outdoor enclosures designed to replicate their natural habitat.

    What to Expect:

    • Hands-On Care: Assist with feeding the wolves and ensuring they have access to clean water.

    • Animal Monitoring: Observe and monitor wolf behavior to ensure their well-being.

    • Environmental Efforts: Participate in clearing invasive species, replanting native trees, and maintaining the forest environment.

    • Facility Maintenance: Help with the upkeep of the center’s infrastructure and contribute to fire prevention efforts.

    Daily Tasks:

    • Feeding: Provide meals and check water for the wolves.

    • Observation and Monitoring: Watch and record wolf behaviors and health indicators.

    • Invasive Species Clearing: Remove non-native plants and replant native species.

    • Maintenance: Assist with the maintenance of the center’s facilities and infrastructure.

    • Forest Cleaning: Participate in activities to maintain a healthy forest environment.

    Community Living:  You will be staying in comfortable wooden cabins at the center, with guidance and support from local staff, taking this experience to the next level!

    Why Join?

    • Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in the preservation and care of wolves in Portugal.

    • Gain Experience: Learn about wildlife conservation and animal care.

    • Cultural Immersion: Experience life in Portugal while making a positive impact on the environment.

    Ready to Help Wolves?

    Tagesablauf

    A typical day would be:

    After the initial orientation in Lisbon, you will be taken by van to the Natural Park in Mafra where you will stay for the rest of your program. You will volunteer for approximately 7 hours a day in the protection of the Wolves and its habitat. A typical morning schedule is as ...

    Tagesablauf

    A typical day would be:

    After the initial orientation in Lisbon, you will be taken by van to the Natural Park in Mafra where you will stay for the rest of your program. You will volunteer for approximately 7 hours a day in the protection of the Wolves and its habitat. A typical morning schedule is as follows:

    08:00 | Breakfast begins at the volunteer house.

    9:00 | Volunteer activities. 

    13:00 | Cook lunch at your wooden house together with the other local and international volunteers.

    15:00 | Volunteer activities.

    19:00 | Cook dinner at your house with the other volunteers. After dinner, you can free to relax and use it as you wish.

    Freizeitaktivitäten

    Lisbon is near the beach, near the mountain and is a great starting point to get to travel the rest of the country.

    Enjoy climbing in Arrábida, festivals all summer, diving in Peniche, hiking in Monsanto, visit some of the best museums in Europe in Lisbon and Porto, join for a horse ride at the ...

    Freizeitaktivitäten

    Lisbon is near the beach, near the mountain and is a great starting point to get to travel the rest of the country.

    Enjoy climbing in Arrábida, festivals all summer, diving in Peniche, hiking in Monsanto, visit some of the best museums in Europe in Lisbon and Porto, join for a horse ride at the beach (like in the movies!), visit the fantastic zoo in the Capital, join a great variety of sports at your choice, enjoy swimming and water sports at the pool or at the beach (warning: the water is cold) or participate in yoga classes in relaxing places.

    We can help you to discover anything you might want to do in your free time.

    Voraussetzungen

    Voraussetzungen

    Mindestalter: 21 Jahre

    Um an diesem Programm teilzunehmen, musst du mindestens 21 Jahre alt sein.

    Sprachkenntnisse

    Du brauchst folgende Sprachkenntnisse: Englisch (Grundkenntnisse)

    Polizeiliches Führungszeugnis

    erforderlich

    Staatszugehörigkeit

    Es gibt keine Beschränkungen. Helfende Hände aus aller Welt sind willkommen.

    Arbeitszeiten

    Deine Hilfe wird an folgenden Tagen benötigt: Montag, Dienstag, Mittwoch, Donnerstag und Freitag von 09:00 - 17:00

    Leistungen

    Leistungen

    Dienstleistungen vor Ort

    What’s included?

    • Pick up at the international airport in Lisbon & transfer to the accommodation - on Sunday 

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

    If you arrive prior to the Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    • Accommodation at a dormitory at an Impact Beach House, female dormitory, or mixed dormitory in Lisbon for the first 2 nights
    • Transfer to the project site in Mafra
    • Accommodation in a wooden house in the park in Mafra, max. 4 bed dormitory, share use of living room, kitchen and free Wifi
    • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner ONLY for the two nights at Impact Beach House (Local style. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and meals for lactose-intolerant are also available upon request)
      • Meals NOT provided during stay in Mafra
    At the Center, you will be in charge of your own grocery shopping and preparing your meals. The staff is able to take volunteers shopping on Tuesdays and Fridays after lunch. However, they can only take two volunteers at a time so you should be aware that you might go shopping only once a week.

    • Shared use of a common room, outdoor area, garden, and free WIFI
    • Orientation event on arrival (including an introduction to Portugal and culture, volunteer experience, an overview of programs, practical information, safety guidelines)
    • SIM card
    • Guided city tour
    • The best tips to discover the city!
    • Allocation and coordination of a work placement in an impactful non-profit project
    • Introduction on the first day of volunteering
    • Ongoing support throughout the stay
    • 24h/7 emergency support
    • Limited coverage civil liability insurance.

    Abholung vom Flughafen Lisbon Portela Airport

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on our face! :)


    If you arrive prior to the Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    We will send a message on whatsapp close to the arrival date, to connect :)

    Unterkunft

    Accommodation for volunteers is in wooden houses at the Park located in Mafra. 

    These are small and cozy houses with all the equipment necessary to cook and live comfortably.  The house is equipped with washing machine, oven, fridge/freezer, cooking utensils and cutlery but there is no TV in the house.

    Please note that there are no women/men separation bedroom and both kitchen and bathroom are shared with all occupants. 

    A house can house up to 6 people.

    Verpflegung

    Meals are provided on the first 2 days of the program, while you are in Lisbon.

    At the Center, you will be in charge of your own grocery shopping and preparing your meals. The staff is able to take volunteers shopping on Tuesdays and Fridays after lunch. However, they can only take two volunteers at a time so you should be aware that you might go shopping only once a week.

    Internetzugriff

    Limitierte Verbindung vor Ort
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    Was ist NICHT inklusive?

    Was ist NICHT inklusive?

    Flugtickets

    Der nächstgelegene Flughafen ist Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon. Wir helfen dir günstige Flüge nach Portugal zu finden. FINDE GÜNSTIGE FLÜGE

    Reiseversicherung

    Ins Ausland zu gehen ist ein Abenteuer, auf das man sich stets gut vorbereiten sollte. Plötzliche Krankheit oder Verletzung, Stornierung oder Diebstahl - eine Reiseversicherung für Portugal bietet die nötige Sicherheit. ANGEBOT EINHOLEN

    Impfungen

    Bevor du deine Freiwilligenarbeit in Portugal antrittst, solltest du dich noch einmal von deinem Arzt beraten lassen und deine erforderlichen Impfungen für Portugal überprüfen. IMPFSCHUTZ ÜBERPRÜFEN

    Informationen zur Anreise

    This program starts every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. There are special start dates for this program, please confirm our availability.

    There is very limited availability for this program during the summer.

    This program only accepts bookings for 2 or 4 weeks. 


    Verfügbarkeit
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    Programmgebühren

    $915 / Woche 2 - 6 Wochen Alter 21 - 50+

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    Dauer

    2 - 6 Wochen

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