Eco-Reserve and Animal Rescue Center (Ages 16+) - Greenheart Travel

Eco-Reserve and Animal Rescue Center (Ages 16+) - Greenheart Travel Logo

Basic Information

Address: 746 N LaSalle Drive Chicago, IL 60654
Phone Number: 1-888-ABROAD-1

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Additional Information

Clearances Required: No
Background Check: Yes
Ages for Volunteer: 16+
Additional Information:

Based on a private ecological reserve in the rainforests of northern Costa Rica, this project acts as a home for rescued wild animals and also is a site for ongoing conservation and community development projects that help to protect and sustain the natural beauty of the rainforest and local residents. 

 

2011 Start Dates

Jan 9, 23     Jul 10, 24
Feb 6, 20     Aug 7, 21
Mar 6, 20     Sept 4, 18
Apr 3, 17     Oct 9, 23
May 1, 15     Nov 6, 20
Jun 12, 26     Dec 4, 18

***Applications due 8 weeks before departure

Prices
2 weeks: $1,320
4 weeks: $2,220
8 weeks: $3,450

 

What's Included?

  • Accommodation with a Costa Rican host family
  • 3 meals per day
  • Private bus from San Jose to project
  • Daily transportation to and from project
  • Emergency medical insurance for the duration of your program
  • Project supervisor and emergency staff available 24/7
  • Orientation pre-departure and upon arrival

Volunteer Activities

  • Help feed, observe and administer general care to animals
  • Assist with various conservation projects
  • Work in the greenhouse
  • Help maintain trails in the reserve
  • Construction of new habitats for animals
  • Assist with current community outreach projects

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 week commitment (maximum 3 months)
  • 16 years of age or older
  • Consent to criminal background check for volunteers 18 and older (Greenheart Travel will process this for you)
  • Beginner level of Spanish, intermediate or higher is beneficial
  • Willingness to help with any and all needs of the project