Campanario Ecology and Community Development

Project Description

Proyecto Campanario, a multifaceted conservation effort of its founders and supporters, is dedicated to preserving tropical eco-systems, both terrestrial and marine, through protecting a tract of tropical lowland rain forest and its coastal zones in Costa Rica, offering environmental education programs for national and international students of all ages, and promoting tropical research and studies. Volunteers will help maintain trails, volunteer at the local school, improve the facility, and other activities to support the local community and the project.

Accommodation

Campanario boasts of a large and rugged field station with all the simple comforts of home including a large kitchen and dining hall, screened-in dormitories with bunk beds, tiled bathrooms, clothes washing area, a large front porch, and a great view.

Electricity is generated through solar panels for basic lighting and other essential power needs. Supplemental lighting is by lantern or candlelight. The water is potable, coming from natural springs.

8 Day Project Schedule

• Day 1 Depart USA
• Day 2 - 6 Volunteer Project
• Day 7 Recreational Activity
• Day 8 Return to USA

Recreation

Campanario has a beautiful and secluded beach. The waters are usually clear and warm and the surf gentle enough to invite swimming. There is good snorkeling and great opportunites for jungle exploration.

Project Service Fee

The One Week Project Service Fee is $865.00 per person. This includes all incountry transportation, accommodations, meals, bilingual guide, tools and equipment, project coordination, mid program recreation trip, and end of project party.

It does not pay for International Airfare (CCI will assist in getting the lowest rates for your group).

Space Is Limited

Fill out and return a Group Signup Form to reserve your space.

Fair Trade Impact

General Information

Sustainable Development

General Information

Community Collaborations Sustainable Development Projects provide volunteers to support local communities in creating sustainable projects that bring income to poor rural communities and help to save the environment. Projects include trail building, cabin construction, bridge building, fabricating and installing interpretive signage, and support for organic agriculture.

8 Day Project Schedule

• Day 1 Depart USA
• Day 2 - 6  Sustainable Development Project
• Day 7  Recreation Trip
• Day 8 Return to USA

Accommodations

Volunteers will stay volunteer facilities that have been inspected and approved by CCI. In order to be approved facilities must have the following;

• Safe and clean sleeping areas
• Clean and functional bathroom facilities
• Showers
• Sanitary food services
• Access to medical support
• Bathroom Facilities
• Onsite communications
• Electricity
• Fresh water

Rest and Recreation

The recreation program will vary based on the location of your project. Possible activities include rainforest hiking, rafting, surfing, snorkeling and horseback riding. The mid-program recreational trip is included in the program fee.

Project Service Fee

The One Week Project Service Fee is $865.00 per person. This includes all in-country transportation, accommodations, meals, bilingual guide, tools and equipment, project coordination, mid program recreation trip, and end of project party.

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Space Is Limited

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 Tortuguero Ecology and Community Development

Project Description

The Tortuguero Project takes place in the area one of Costa Rica's most popular and beautiful National Parks. The Pueblo of San Francisco is a small community with a two room school house accessable by boat. The community hopes to develop a sustainable economic base by introducing micro enterprise tourism businesses run by local families. Plans include improvements to the area trail system and building butterfly gardens. Volunteers will help to get these projects up and running as well as support the work of Cano Palma Biological Station.

Accommodation

Tortuguero participants will stay at the Cano Palma field station with all the simple comforts of home including a large kitchen and dining hall, screened-in dormitories with bunk beds, a library and study area, showers and bathrooms are located in separate out buildings.

8 Day Project Schedule

• Day 1 Depart USA
• Day 2 - 6 Volunteer Project
• Day 7 Recreation Day
• Day 8 Return to USA

Rest and Recreation

Tortuguero National Park has abundant wildlife including three species of monkeys and three kinds of sea turtles. Participants will spend recreation time exploring the park and enjoying local beaches.

Project Service Fee

The One Week Project Service Fee is $865.00 per person. This includes all in country transportation, insurance, accommodations, meals, bilingual guide, tools and equipment, project coordination, mid program recreation activities. (International airfare is not included.)

Space Is Limited

Fill out and return a Group Signup Form to reserve your space.

 Sea Turtle Rescue

General Information

Community Collaborations Sea Turtle Preservation Projects will provide volunteers to conservation groups in Costa Rica. There are several locations for these projects on the Caribbean OR Pacific coast depending on when you travel.

Sample Project Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrive Costa Rica AM/Transfer to Sea Turtle Station
• Day 2: Turtle Station Projects
• Day 3: Canopy Tour
• Day 4: Puerto Viejo visit ANAI office
• Day 5: Dinner and overnight in Puerto Viejo
• Day 6 morning: Beach activities
• Day 6 afternoon: Transfer and overnight in Heredia
• Day 7: Return flight to USA

Customized schedules also available for your group.

Requirements

• Passport
• Signed volunteer agreement
• Be in good physical condition to walk 5 to 10 miles
• No severe eyesight problems
• No abuse of illegal drugs; no consumption of alcohol during working hours or abuse of alcohol at any time
• Service fee paid
• At least of 16 years old

Accommodations

Volunteers will stay volunteer facilities that have been inspected and approved by CCI. In order to be approved facilities must have the following;

• Safe and clean sleeping areas
• Clean and functional bathroom facilities
• Showers
• Sanitary food services
• Access to medical support
• Onsite communications
• Electricity
• Fresh water

Rest and Recreation

All sea turtle projects are located on the beach and provide ample opportunities for a variety of beach activities such as snorkeling and boogie boarding. Other activities include rainforest hiking, canopy tours, manatee station, beach trips, and horseback riding.

Project Service Fee

The project service fee of $865.00 covers:

• All lodging
• All meals
• All in-country transportation
• All recreational activities
• In-country bilingual coordinator
• Travel insurance (PDF)

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 Space Is Limited

Fill out and return a Group Signup Form to reserve your space.