Critter Caretaker
Coordinator | Patrick
Coordinator | Patrick
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This program rescues many species of mammals who have been injured, are sick or orphaned. Help to rehabilitate and release these amazing creatures back in to the wild!
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Solteiros
Casais
Grupos
50+
Grab the opportunity of a lifetime to rehabilitate and rescue many different species of wildlife, from the smallest squirrels to larger wildlife including deer and black bears located near the wildernesses of the Canadian and U.S.A border.
Wake up early in the morning to the sound of the many different wild guests that you will have to rehabilitate and hopefully release all while living on site of the project! This great volunteer project is located less than 2 hours from Vancouver, world’s best livable city. The work with the wildlife on the centre is physically demanding and it is by no means an ‘easy holiday option’! The minimum duration of stay is 8 weeks with a maximum duration of 12 weeks. This gives the animals a chance to get to know and trust you, and it requires a little time to learn their routine. They are exclusively a North American Native Mammal Rehab Center and focus on mainly on smaller mammals like raccoons, skunks, otters and other animals like coyotes and black bears.
This is why
- Help, rescue and rehabilitate Native North American wildlife
- Located less than 2 hours from Vancouver, the number one voted city in the world!
- Several Ski areas located in the area!
- Enjoy the surrounding nature and country side.
Animal rescue and rehabilitation is fundamental to the continued conservation and protection of Canada’s diverse native animal species. You will be involved with the daily preparation to feed the animals, which includes sorting through donated produce and cutting up meat & fish
cleaning up food dishes/buckets and kitchen. You will also be involved with the daily cleaning of enclosures (which includes animals with diarrhea and other unpleasant substances)
You will also Participate in general maintenance of facilities, such as cleaning and painting and office related tasks such us record keeping. your general daily work hours: between 9am – 5pm hours, but on some days there could be some evening work hours.
Responsibilities
- Required to commit to a minimum of 8 weeks (longer durations required to take care of the bears and only on request)
- Must complete 2-4 days of training and shadow a senior volunteer before starting independent shifts
- NO SMOKING is allowed on the property.
- Strong work ethics are required: reliable, responsible, honest, good sense of humour, dependable, physically and mentally fit.
- Age: 18+
- No animal allergies
- The care of animals must be secured around the clock and work may include night shifts Free Time: Can be arranged according to your needs
- Free Time can include one or two days a week or a block of several days after a few weeks to allow for travel
- Extreme Weather (heat & cold), dirt and living in a remote area must be something you can handle.
- A love for animals and some general experience of caring for an animal is a must!
- Must read and agree to abide by guidelines and ethics
- Proof of current tetanus shot & medical insurance; Good physical stamina and health
- Good communication skills and the ability to work alone
- Fluent knowledge of the English
- Patient and comfortable around mammals and birds
- A valid driver’s license would be an asset, but is not required
The accommodation is conveniently located on the project site close to all the animals 25 minutes by car from the closest town. You will volunteer alongside other local and international volunteers as well as experienced staff who will train you for your experience!
Conservação do Lobo
Conservação de Lontras
Hotspots
Lobo Cinzento
Rio Otter da América do Norte
British Columbia
Typical day
Volunteers and Interns are the backbone of the organization. It is these individuals, who give freely of their time, that make caring for all the animals possible. The wildlife shelter is run by a dedicated group of volunteers.
- Feed and care for the animals
- Build and maintain animal enclosures
- Assist with capture and release
- Educate the public
Working at a Wildlife Rehabilitation Center can be very intense at times because of the hours we sometimes have to keep. There may be evening feedings. Volunteers will be expected to be involved in all aspects of the shelter. Your job will include feeding, food preparation, cleaning, laundry, administering treatment, participating in building projects, painting, etc...
For more information regarding your typical day please contact us
Free-time activities
The project site is located nicely to Vancouver city of the 2012 winter olympics. Volunteers can enjoy sightseeing, shopping, swimming and many other activities. However, any leisure time activity outside of the project will be at the volunteers own expense.
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Requisitos
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
CV, Resume, Letter of Motivation, Two Pics and Signed Policy and Liability form (provided during application process)
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
09:00
- 17:00
Serviços incluídos
The fees include:
- Airport Pickup + Two way Transfer
- Accommodation : A Shared room in a trailer/cabin for the entire placement duration at volunteer project
- Meals : 3 basic meals a day included (no catering available for vegetarians). Meals are donated by local businesses and super markets.
- Pick up & drop off : An employee of the volunteer project will pick you up from the nearest bus station. On your way back they will drop you off at the nearest bus station.
- Mail-holding service. You can use FRONTEERING office as a reliable address to have your mail delivered
- Ongoing service & 24/7 Emergency contact.
We will be waiting for you at the airport and transfer directly you to your accommodation at the project. Transfer back to airport at the end of your stay also included.
You will have shared basic accommodation with bedding provided and a place to store your clothes. Each cabin/trailer is equipped with a Television and sitting area. You are expected to keep the cabin/trailer clean at all times. There is only one shared washroom in the triage centre (hospital building) with a shower and 1 toilet facility in our education building for interns. Showers can only be taken once every two days to save water and money (they are reliant on donations so reducing costs is important).
You will need to prepare your own meals. There is no specific catering for vegetarians, and they cannot accommodate picky eaters. Meat will only be available occasionally as they depend on donations from the butcher. The food provided comes from donations so you may want to consider buying and cooking your own food, if not then you will eat what everyone else eats. If you require additional food outside of the meal times, you will need to provide this yourself. You will be required to wash and dry dishes, this is not considered part of your work day. Snacks & soda drinks are provided on occasion but not a staple.
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Vancouver. We assist you to find cheap flights to Canadá.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Canadá provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Canadá you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Canadá.
Datas & Custos
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
There are no specific start/arrival dates for this project, however, we recommend that you arrive on a Monday.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
8 - 12 weeks
Program fees
8 weeks
(min. stay)
$895
10 weeks
$945
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$995
Average fees
$97
/week
Por favor, note que as taxas acima indicadas são estimadas.
Fronteering Travel
informará o candidato sobre o preço final durante o processo de candidatura.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with Fronteering Travel during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Critter Caretaker
This program rescues many species of mammals who have been injured, are sick or orphaned. Help to rehabilitate and release these amazing creatures back in to the wild!
$97/week
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