Who never dreamed of traveling to the USA and view the remains of the old Wild West, gaze with awe at the Grand Canyon, visit the statue of Liberty and see alligators in the wild!
Why not combine it with the amazing opportunity to help, rescue and rehabilitate American wildlife? This is an excellent experience to not only help with a great cause while gaining valuable widllife experience but it is also a great way to improve your English!
The USA offers many great volunteer oppertunities for those who love a mix of wildlife & Culture. From Florida in the east, Hawaii in the far west and Arizone in the mid Fronteering offers great volunteer abroad projects in the United States of America that you do not want to miss!
This Is Why
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Help, rescue and rehabilitate mammals, birds of prey, waterfowl, songbids and reptiles in the USA!
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Learn about the care and habits of many different and in some cases endangered animals.
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Educate the public and help with events
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Experience the wild side of the USA
Responsibilities:
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Foster care for the animals
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Cage cleaning
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Food prep
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Diet and water changing
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Laundry
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Washing Dishes
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Medical care & treatment
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Educating the public
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Helping with events
Start Dates
All year round
Costs / Benefits
• The opportunity to work with wild animals and learn the many aspects involved.
• The opportunity to work with a great team of staff and other volunteers
• The opportunity to explore USA
Requirements
• Required to commit to a minimum of 8 weeks
• Dedication to the work, purpose, mission, and philosophy of the organization
• Commitment to the principles of honest and direct communication including
• NO SMOKING is allowed on the property outside of a vehicle during fire season. Otherwise, smoking is permitted only in designated areas, outside of the view of the public. Butts must be picked up and disposed of immediately.
• Strong work ethics are required: reliable, responsible, honest, good sense of humour, dependable, physically and mentally fit.
• Age: 19 and older
• No animal allergies
• Must love animals and have good communication skills with people
• Must have tetanus vaccination and health insurance
