Gibbon Conservation California

The projects principal aim is based around preventing the extinction of the Javan Gibbon and the Pileated Gibbon. By establishing a secure captive gene pool, the project is attempting to preserve this small South East Asian ape for fear that the species in the wild will fail.

This is the only facility in the world which is devoted entirely to the study of gibbons including the preservation and propagation of gibbons and educating the public about them.

Voluntary Work

As a ‘safe haven’ for the species, the centre is also designed to educate the public and help zoos and rescue centres to improve captive management and promote non-invasive behavioural studies.

The project is also intended to support field conservation project and protect the gibbons in their natural habitat. During your stay you will be involved in various types of volunteer work, the three main areas are Primate Keeper, Centre Assistant and Clerical Assistant

Daily activities will include:

Cleaning the enclosures
Preparing food & feeding the gibbons
Volunteers may also get the opportunity to help educate students (especially Anthropology and Biology students) through lecture tours.

We are looking for self-motivated volunteers with a love for animals. Further activities that volunteers may also get involved in include research, behavioural observations, fundraising, maintenance of the grounds and enclosures, medicating gibbons and filing.

Location

Santa Clarita, California

Accommodation and Meals

The accommodation for the project is onsite in a trailer, you will either have to yourself or share with one other volunteer. All meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner) throughout your stay will be included.

Programme Overview

Durations & Prices: 4 weeks £799, 8 weeks £1349, 12 weeks £1999

How to book & pay:
Book with £195 deposit, balance due 12 wks before departure.

What is included?
Airport transfer options
Orientation on arrival
All accommodation and meals
£50 phone card
Buddy list of other volunteers
24 hour support

What is not included?
Flights
Personal items
Independent excursions
Email, internet and phone charges
Airport transfer costs

Summary:
Learn first hand about and work with the Javan Gibbon and the Pileated Gibbon in California to help prevent their extinction.
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Programme dates:
Available year round, please contact us for start dates.

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