Conservation Volunteers, Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Organic Rescue needs conservation volunteers on the island of San Cristobal, Galapagos, for a conservation and sustainable development project.

Galapagos Organic Rescue aims to eradicate invasive introduced plant species which are crowding out native vegetation in this delicate ecosystem.  Volunteers remove the problem vegetation and plant a mixture of native species and organic crops in the private land, to prevent the return of the invasive species and provide the farmers with a sustainable, environmentally-friendly means to make a living and avoid the need for illegal fishing or other damaging activities.  Organic sugar cane will be used to produce environmentally-friendly fuel.

Volunteers can help with clearing introduced species, reforesting with native species and planting organic, non-invasive crops.  Volunteer tasks may also include environmental outreach work, processing sugar cane in traditional mills or helping to milk cows and make organic cheese.

This is a fantastic way to see the Galapagos Islands and their famous wildlife.

For more information and how to apply, download an information pack from www.galapagosorganicrescue.org/volunteer.html.  Please quote reference SDConDec11 when you apply.