Subject: Volunteer For Sharks

Description:
Make a booking with us before the end of July 2016 and automatically qualify
for a 14% discount!
Don't miss out on this special offer as we only have limited space.

We are running a special offer until the end of July 2016.  Send us your
application form by the end of July and you will automatically qualify for a
14% discount.  You are more than welcome to email us at
[log in to unmask] in order for us to send you a application form.

Please visit our website to request our rates.

In a nut shell Volunteer for Sharks offers an intern programme where
volunteers work with Shark Bay Research on their groundbreaking research
about the impact of sound on Great White Sharks. They work closely with
marine biologist Chris Perkins, and Kim the owner to collect, record and
analyse data. They go to sea, learn to work with sharks, attend lectures, and
participate in informative programmes where they learn about marine life, the
ocean and sharks.

Volunteer for Sharks is a hands on educational ecotourism project that
focuses on conservation based research, the sustainable non-consumptive use
of sharks.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about the
oceans, the environment and sharks to not only learn about them, but to also
stay and work for 2 - 4 weeks or longer with other youngsters from all over
the world. We do not have a age limit on the programme but you have to be 18
years and older to join our programme.

We are dedicated to conducting ground-breaking research on the great white
sharks and changing the public perception of this incredibly misunderstood
species. We will encourage public participation in scientific research to
raise awareness about not only the great white shark, but of all sharks, and
to encourage people to become more invested in their conservation. We want to
give many researchers who are in the early stages of their careers an
opportunity to gain experience not only in the data collection and analysis,
but also in conveying that information to the general public.

Volunteers will receive training and participate in presentations regarding:

• The biology and behaviour of the great white shark
• Skills in shark identification,  observation and research
     methods
• Basic seamanship
• Shark attacks and statistics
• Shark tourism and encounters
• Basic environmental legal framework that regulates the
     industry
• Local environment and climate and prevailing winds


Volunteers will provide hands on help and participate in:

• Frequent trips to sea (weather permitting)
• Preparing the tour and research boats and equipment
• Eco-tourism
• Shark spotting (above and below the water)
• Shark observation, identification and data collection
• Data analysis and input into an identification database
• Shark cage diving
• Community outreach and activities
• Innovative ways to promote compliance with the shark tourism code of
conduct.


Description: Description: Description: Description: Shark Bay Research Trust

Shark Bay Research Trust is a non-profit organization.  The volunteer
programme assist in research efforts. With your contribution and involvement
you will make a difference in cutting edge research.
For any further enquiries about the programme please send us a email, and
make sure not to miss out on our discounted rate.

Kind regards


Mariana Smal
Administrator
Mobile:  +27 (0) 72 4467 688
Email:  [log in to unmask]
Website:  www.volunteerforsharks.com

Contact Person: Mariana Smal
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