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Country: NICARAGUA
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| Frontier Conservation Expeditions |
50-52 Rivington Street
London
UNITED KINGDOM
EC2A 3QP
Phone: 020 7613 2422
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Program description: |
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Nicaragua lies at the heart of Central America, ‘the land bridge of the Americas’, and is a melting pot of species from two continents. Surrounded by breathtaking volcanic landscapes and cloud-and rainforests you will be surveying areas home to rare and endangered species of jaguar and puma.
The country's diverse fauna includes 750 bird species which represent nearly 90% of all known bird species, such as the elusive quetzal. There are over 200 mammal species, 161 reptile species, and 59 amphibian species four of which are endemic to Nicaragua, including the Mombacho salamander. More than 9000 plant species have been identified in Nicaragua, with an estimated 4,000 to 5,000 still to be discovered.
Working alongside community groups who are creating and protecting the Mesoamerican Biological Corridor, you will gather vital information on habitats, species and resources, to inform sustainable management plans.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 17 and over
Travel to site: Varies
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Group
No. in group: 10-20
Living arrangements on the program: Tents/Rustic Accommodation, Group living
How long does the program last?: Various Durations
What are the dates of this program: Expeditions depart January, April, July and October
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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Gain a BTEC in Tropical Habitat Conservation.Participants for the full 10 week phase can qualify for an internationally-recognised vocational BTEC Advanced Diploma in Tropical Habitat Conservation. This is the equivalent of an A-Level and will be completed largely in the field.Written by Frontier and approved for certification by the awarding body Edexcel, the syllabus is built around the existing work programmes and methodologies. During your expedition you will cover environmental good practice; working effectively; monitoring and reporting on environmental change; and preparing, conducting and reporting on field surveys.
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Cost or price of this program: |
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4 weeks £1,400
8 weeks £1,950
10 weeks £2,300
20 week combinations from £3,400
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Typical person for this program: |
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Commited to conservation and up for a challenge.
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Application process Involves: |
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Application form and telephone interview. Apply online at www.frontier.ac.uk or contact us for an application pack.
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