Patagonia Exploration and Wildlife Research Expedition

  Argentina

• All Other Regions of Argentina: 
Bariloche

Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Expeditions depart throughout the year, visit our website for upcoming start dates

Description: GVI's Patagonia expedition in the Andes combines a mountain adventure with vital conservation projects in one of the most remote regions of the world. Be prepared for a challenge if you choose to join this expedition, it contains some arduous trekking and extreme climates in the heart of dramatic Patagonia. You will conduct fieldwork in small research groups, the conservation surveys vary from season to season, but all include trekking and data collection in the Andes and the zone towards the steppe regions of Argentine Patagonia.

How this program makes a difference?

The data collected in the wilderness of Patagonia helps our local partners to learn more about the different ecosystems in which they work and supports the conservation of this fragile habitat. Working with National Park Rangers, Scientists and PhD Students, we provide the manpower necessary to collect data throughout the year.

Highlights:
* Learn Biological survey techniques and methodologies
* Become proficient in Wilderness Navigation, Use of GPS, VHF radios, and Sat phones
* Survey areas for wild boar, red deer, wild cats
* Master ice-climbing and train with crampons and ice axes
* Learn roped glacier travel and study crevasse rescue techniques
* Complete a CPR/first aid course
* Live in tents and learn camp-craft

Qualifications:
* College Credit
Colleges throughout North America have granted college credit for GVI Expeditions. Consult the College Credit page in the Resources section of the GVI website for more information.

* Internships and Field Work
By participating in a 10 week expedition you will be eligible to apply for an Internship or Job working in the field with GVI.

Cost in US$: From $2990 for 5 weeks

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: There is no typical volunteer! The most important element is a willingness to help.

Age Range: 18-65

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 2008 marks a decade of commitment from GVI to all volunteers and partners. Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998