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Tasmanian Devil Caretaker

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1 - 8 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Assist with the Care and release of Tasmanian Devils
  • Live and volunteer in Amazing Tasmania!
  • Get To work with many other native Tasmanian wildlife species!

Highlights

  • Assist with the Care and release of Tasmanian Devils
  • Live and volunteer in Amazing Tasmania!
  • Get To work with many other native Tasmanian wildlife species!
  • Assist with Research and education
  • Help with the conservation of Tasmanian devils who are going extinct due to a contagious disease
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Volunteer and take care of Tasmanian Devils and other native wildlife. As an Animal care taker you will become involved with many tasks including feeding and Cleaning.

    The Tasmanian Devil Population is at risk and declining at a very rapid rate! Struggling with a deadly cancerous and contagious disease spread through their saliva, and by these creatures being super fiesty, the disease is spreading fast and easy among all Tasmanian Devils throughout Australia! In ...

    About the program

    The Tasmanian Devil Population is at risk and declining at a very rapid rate! Struggling with a deadly cancerous and contagious disease spread through their saliva, and by these creatures being super fiesty, the disease is spreading fast and easy among all Tasmanian Devils throughout Australia! In Tasmania efforts are being taken to stop the spread of this deadly disease and to prevent the same from happening as it did to it's extinct cousin, the Tasmanian Tiger!

    Venture to beautiful Tasmania and become involve with a day to day operations of a Tasmanian devil care and wildlife center. The aim of the project is to care, breed and release Tasmanian Devils back in to the wild. This gives volunteers the unique opportunity to work with Tasmanian Devils and increase their survivability. The project also cares for other animals like eagles and other birds, kangaroo's and Quolls.

    Typical day

    As a volunteer at the project you become part of the team and help in the day to day activities of a wildlife care center. They are involved with the breeding and release of Tasmanian Devils to help these animals at risk. You will have some of the following responsibilities:

    • Initial training, ...

    Typical day

    As a volunteer at the project you become part of the team and help in the day to day activities of a wildlife care center. They are involved with the breeding and release of Tasmanian Devils to help these animals at risk. You will have some of the following responsibilities:

    • Initial training, orientation and health and safety requirements
    • Animal feeding
    • Cleaning
    • Ground maintenance – trimming, raking, etc
    • Wildlife studies
    • Opportunity to progress doing animal presentations
    • Assistance and training on tour guiding
    • You will learn a great deal about Tasmian Wildlife in general.

    Free-time activities

    The project is located in a Park and volunteers will be placed in accommodation located on the project site therefore, volunteers may get a chance to partake in any activity the Park offers however, this cost will be covered by the volunteers themselves.

    Free-time activities

    The project is located in a Park and volunteers will be placed in accommodation located on the project site therefore, volunteers may get a chance to partake in any activity the Park offers however, this cost will be covered by the volunteers themselves.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Required Documents

    CV, Resume, Letter of Motivation, Two Pics and Signed Policy and Liability form (provided during application process)

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 07:30 - 17:30

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    The fees include:


    • Private room in Cabin or trailer near the project.
    • Transportation from your hotel near the airport to your accommodation near the project and back.
    • Meals are not included but transportation to the nearest grocery store will be provided.
    • ongoing service and on location emergency support

    Accommodation

    You will have a private room in either a cabin or trailer near the project. There will be a kitchen and laundry facilities. We will provide a bike for you to peddle to the project and back on a daily basis while you soak in the beautiful surroundings.

    Internet Access

    Limited access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Airport Pickup at Launceston Airport

    An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Launceston Airport (LST) in Launceston. We assist you to find cheap flights to Australia. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

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    Vaccines

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    Details on arrival

    There are no specific arrival dates. The project is opened all year round!

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $1,059 per week 1 - 8 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    1 - 8 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Location

    Oceania > Australia and New Zealand > Australia > Tasmania

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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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