Shark conservation
Project name:
Shark Life
Project purpose:
Shark conservation
Project activities:
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community awareness
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data collection/analysis
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scuba diving
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teaching
Weekly cost (approx USD):
$
550
Direct benefits you gain:
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gain qualification and/or credit
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field research skills
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remote scenic location
Noteworthy conservation points:
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
private room
When does the project run?
Facilities:
electricity, cooking facilities, accomoodation included, shower, local shops, wifi
How long can I stay?
Requirements:
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
Through the program you will gain field experience with sharks and their environments.The program consists of four main components which build your knowledge and skills through theory, practical exercises and time in the ocean.
Theory Sessions - shark species fundamentals, shark conservation tactics, diving with sharks
Lab Practical Sessions - anatomical features of sharks and rays, various tagging techniques, specimen sampling techniques
Ocean Practical Sessions - freediving skill development (certification), boating and beach logistics, shark encounter experience, research data collection
Assessment Sessions - species presentations, conservation project abstracts, final exams, shark ID drill
Additional activities are varied depending on current programs at the sharlife ocean centre:
Assist with educating local school groups
Develop displays for the shark museum
Maintain research equipment
Catalog museum specimens
Collate and input research data
A few key benefits:
Get close to sharks
Get an accredited Free-diving certification
Gain worthwhile marine field experience
Develop seamanship skills
Examine real shark and ray specimens
Encounter diverse marine mega fauna
Dive in warm clear ocean environments
Visit nearby Big 5 Game Reserves (optional extra)
Study in a World Heritage Site
Support a long standing non-profit shark conservation organisation
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