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Coral Reef Monitoring Supporter

location
2 - 8 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
rating  Outstanding 4.9  · 
  Verificeret af Volunteer World
  Moderat Svarrate

Højdepunkter

  • Learn how to conduct coral reef surveys.
  • Work as part of a dedicated dive team.
  • Build your confidence underwater and gain valuable dive skills.
  • Gain valuable marine life ID skills and a better knowledge of marine life interactions.
  • Experience life on a friendly small Caribbean Island.

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Alder 18+
Singler
Par
Familier
Grupper
50+

Om programmet

We need volunteers to help conduct underwater surveys to gather data on coral reef health and biodiversity, using Reef Check and REEF survey techniques.

CORAL REEF MONITORING SUPPORTER

Carriacou is the second largest island of Grenada and the largest island in the spectacular paradise of the Grenadines island chain measuring just 13 square miles. The tiny island has unspoiled reefs, an amazing variety of aquatic life, and over 30+ beautiful dive ...

Om programmet

CORAL REEF MONITORING SUPPORTER

Carriacou is the second largest island of Grenada and the largest island in the spectacular paradise of the Grenadines island chain measuring just 13 square miles. The tiny island has unspoiled reefs, an amazing variety of aquatic life, and over 30+ beautiful dive sites. Carriacou has some of the best dive spots in the world with clear waters, pristine coral reefs, amazing wrecks, and magical drifts. As a Reef Buddy volunteer, you will be trained in several types of international monitoring protocols including Reef Check, REEF surveys, and Coral Watch. As a volunteer, many of your days will be filled with reef monitoring training and monitoring dives. The volunteers will be working side by side with a qualified and dedicated dive team.

Caribbean Reef Buddy and our partners work closely with the local Sandy Island Oyster Bed Marine Protected Area (SIOBMPA) to safeguard and preserve the reef. Despite our best efforts, Caribbean coral reefs are threatened by a variety of external factors including overfishing, ocean acidification, and a rapidly warming planet.

Equipment & Pre-Requisites

For a complete and engaging experience in our program, you'll find yourself immersed in underwater realms through scuba diving. If you're already an 'Advanced' level diver, you're all set to jump right in. If you're new to diving, worry not—we offer comprehensive diving training during a dedicated 'CRB Training Week.' Project-specific training will be provided at the start of each 'CRB Project Week,' ensuring you're well-prepared to make a meaningful impact. Our goal is to equip you with the skills you need to dive into the heart of marine conservation and exploration. You'll also have access to all the materials you'll possibly need. Full basic SCUBA diving equipment will be provided too, but for comfort, you might want to bring your own mask, fins, and booties. 

Coral Reef Survey Data Collection

Using Reef Check, Caribbean Reef Buddy surveys key Caribbean indicator species to gauge the health of the reef. We train volunteers to perform surveys by recognizing benthic substrates, corals, and reef fish. During your time as a volunteer, you will conduct reef check dives and monitor several different reefs around Carriacou. Data collected by volunteers is entered into a Reef Check database, allowing both regional and international analysis of results. These Reef Check dives provide continuous data on biodiversity and the long-term health of the reefs thus helping inform decision-making in regards to how reef areas are used and protected, and can track the health of the reef within the Sandy Island Oyster Bed MPA.

On-Going Monitoring Work

Through our methods of reef monitoring and data collection, a better picture can be obtained concerning stressors to the reef ecosystem and strategies by which they can be mitigated. We work together with universities and individual researchers around the globe who share our goals to protect this beautiful and productive ecosystem.

Typisk dag

What Will You Be Doing

A typical day for one of our volunteers starts with a quick briefing at the dive base, outlining the day's plans. Usually, a typical day pans out along the following lines:

  • 08:30 - Getting Ready: Volunteers are responsible for their own scuba equipment throughout their time in ...

Typisk dag

What Will You Be Doing

A typical day for one of our volunteers starts with a quick briefing at the dive base, outlining the day's plans. Usually, a typical day pans out along the following lines:

  • 08:30 - Getting Ready: Volunteers are responsible for their own scuba equipment throughout their time in the Caribbean Reef Buddy program. Each volunteer will set up and load their own scuba gear onto the boat, including a spare tank for the second dive. Survey equipment will be organized by the program coordinator.


  • 09:00 - Going Diving: On each dive, we will have different skills to accomplish, depending on the requirements for becoming a Divemaster scheduled for the day. We’ll head out for two dives, with the surface interval spent moving between dive sites and preparing for the next element.


  • 12:30 - Back at Base: All equipment is offloaded from the boat, rinsed, and tidied away. Then we break for lunch, typically taking an hour to relax and grab some food.


  • 14:00 - Consolidating the data: Go through the Fish / Creature / Coral ID books to identify any unknowns - this is usually a fun group activity! Enter the data gathered during the morning into the REEF.org or the Reef Check database. Add any new sightings to the appropriate iNaturalist project page.

  • 15:30 - Marine life presentation: Usually, we end the afternoon with an interesting presentation on local marine life or the local ecosystem. Following this our volunteers have time to go into town, relax on the beach, or stay and ask questions from our program coordinators.

Fritidsaktiviteter

Things to Do Around Carriacou

Carriacou is surrounded by beautiful sandy beaches and calm turquoise water for those who like to relax in the sun and work on their tan. The word “Carriacou” is based on the Carib-Indian word meaning “Island of Reefs”, and as such, the island offers gorgeous ...

Fritidsaktiviteter

Things to Do Around Carriacou

Carriacou is surrounded by beautiful sandy beaches and calm turquoise water for those who like to relax in the sun and work on their tan. The word “Carriacou” is based on the Carib-Indian word meaning “Island of Reefs”, and as such, the island offers gorgeous snorkelling in several easily-accessible locations.

Here are some of the things you may want to check out on and around the island (additional costs may apply):
  • Guided tours of the island.
  • Beaches like Anse La Roche, Paradise Beach and Petite Carenage.
  • Island trips and beach BBQs.
  • Kite surfing on Union Island with our friends at the JT Pro Centre.
  • Visit to the legendary bar on Happy Island!
  • A nature walk through mangroves and the nature park at High North.

Krav

Krav

Minimumsalder: 18 år

For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

Sprogfærdigheder

Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level)

Nationalitetsrestriktioner

Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

Tidsforpligtelse

Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag, Fredag og Lørdag fra 08:30 - 15:30

Hvad er inkluderet

Hvad er inkluderet

Tjenester af Caribbean Reef Buddy

What's Included

  • Accommodation: Participants are provided shared accommodation at a local guest house in Hillsborough. The accommodation is comfortable, and close to all the local amenities. Fast WiFi is available. At additional costs, laundry services are available on-site, as is A/C and single room occupancy. You’ll be provided with breakfast and a hearty evening meal each day (Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements e.g. vegetarian/vegan, allergies, etc.)
  • Training: Your diving training course materials will be provided to you in advance of your arrival on Carriacou via the SSI training app. Whilst you are here all of the training for the projects will be provided to you by our team. You’ll also have access to all the materials you’ll possibly need too. Full basic SCUBA diving equipment will be provided too, but for comfort, you might want to bring your own mask, fins, and booties. If you're already an "advanced" level diver, you're all set up to jump right in and don't need to do the training. You'll only be charged USD 1,750.00 for a minimum of 2 weeks plus USD 875.00 for every additional week.
  • Trips & Excursions: At least once a week, we like to arrange a non-project-related trip or excursion as a way of breaking up the program and getting you to see more of the island. These are all included too. Drinking water is provided on all trips, and a shared cool box is available if you want to bring your own drinks & snacks.

  • Pick up from Lauriston Airport in Carriacou or the Carriacou Ferry Port (Osprey Lines/ MV Dolly C/ Tyrrel Bay Express ferry). Please advise when you will be arriving in Carriacou, and we will come to pick you up. We will also drop you off again when you are ready to return.

What's NOT Included

  • Airfares
  • Self-Catering Accommodation
  • Visas
  • Transfers to Carriacou
  • Medical insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Dive Insurance
  • Lunch Meal
  • Dive Medical*
Excursions that are not part of our monitoring activities or training programs (some volunteers wish to island-hop to explore more of the island chain).

We typically will head out to a local restaurant on a Saturday evening, which is at our own cost. This is a great way to experience some more of the island.

*You will be required to complete an RSTC Medical Statement prior to commencing any scuba diving course. If a "Yes" appears to any question on your statement, please consult your doctor and get them to complete the reverse of the form before the start of your program with us.

Indkvartering

Rosa's Guest House


  • Your Reef Buddy volunteer package includes half-board guest house accommodation based on 2-3 people sharing a room. The accommodation, Rosa's Guest House, is right on the doorstep of Silver Beach, which is excellent for relaxing.
  • Gary & Beverly, the owners/managers of Rosa's, will be looking after you to ensure your stay is as relaxed and comfortable as possible.
  • Rooms & apartments are available on a shared basis, with typically 2-3 people sharing a room. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, kitchenettes, en-suite bathrooms, and fans to keep you cool. All have balcony access where you can enjoy the breeze on an evening.

Mad og drikkevarer

Breakfast & Evening Meal

  • You will be provided with breakfast every morning, usually comprising cereals, toast, eggs, bacon, fresh juices, tea, and coffee. Dinner every evening (except on Saturday evenings when we typically head out to a local restaurant, which the volunteers will need to pay for their own meals) will also be provided. For those volunteers with special dietary requirements, please ensure you include this as part of your application.

Lunch is not included in your meal package, but is cheaply available from a number of eateries.

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Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Afhentning i lufthavnen i Maurice Bishop International Airport

Afhentning i lufthavnen er heller ikke inkluderet i programgebyret.

Flybilletter

Den nærmeste lufthavn er Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND) i St. George's. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Grenada. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

Rejseforsikring

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Vacciner

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Oplysninger ved ankomst

Joining The Program

Our dynamic program operates on an eight-week rolling schedule, allowing all participants to engage with every facet of our Carriacou-based project workstreams. During the first week, you'll receive comprehensive dive training, advancing you to the level of Advanced Adventure Diver. In the fifth week, we'll equip you with vital skills in emergency first aid and rescue techniques. If you're already certified as an Advanced Adventure or Advanced Open Water diver, feel free to join us at any juncture throughout the program. Stay for as long as you can support us, and together we'll make waves of positive change in the realm of marine conservation.

Our program resumes its voyage on May 5th, 2025, marked by our inaugural 'CRB Training Week' and runs until 20th Sep. As summer unfolds, we'll echo this diver training week every four weeks, creating a rhythm of learning and growth. Presented below is our seasonal schedule, though do note that it might experience alterations. For those new to diving or possessing expertise below the Advanced level, timely arrival for the CRB Training Week is essential. Should questions arise regarding scheduling and arrival details, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to ensure your journey with us is seamless and remarkable.


2025 Timetable

Week Starting:

05-May --- Training Week

12-May --- Reef Monitoring

19-May --- Predator Week

26-May --- Coral Regeneration

02-Jun --- Training Week or Macro

09-Jun --- Reef Monitoring

16-Jun --- Predator Week

23-Jun --- Coral Regeneration

30-Jun --- Training Week or Macro

07-Jul --- Reef Monitoring

14-Jul --- Predator Week

21-Jul --- Coral Regeneration

28-Jul --- Training Week or Macro

04-Aug --- Reef Monitoring

11-Aug --- Predator Week

18-Aug --- Coral Regeneration

25-Aug --- Training Week or Macro

01-Sep --- Reef Monitoring

08-Sep --- Predator Week

15-Sep --- Coral Regeneration

If you're already an Advanced Open Water diver, you can arrive at least a day before the start of the program week. 

If you're new to diving, you need to arrive at least a day before the start of the Training Weeks (May 5th, June 2nd, June 30th, July 28th, August 25th).


TRAVELING TO CARRIACOU

From St. George's, Grenada, you can either fly via SVG Air or take the inter-island ferry to Carriacou

1. Flying via SVG Air (US$69.00 one-way)

Grenada to Carriacou Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun - 9:20 am & 4:30 pm

Carriacou to Grenada Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun - 8:35 am & 4:00 pm

2. Inter-Island Ferry

a. Osprey Lines (US$30.00 one-way)

Grenada to Carriacou 

   Mon, Wed, Fri - 9:00 am & 5:00 pm

   Tue, Thu, Sat - 9:00 am

Carriacou to Grenada 

   Mon, Wed, Fri - 6:00 am & 5:00 pm

   Tue, Thu, Sat - 5:00 pm

b. MV Dolly C (US$19.00 one-way)

Grenada to Carriacou Mon, Wed, Fri 3:00 pm

Carriacou to Grenada Mon, Wed, Fri 4:00 am

c. Tyrrel Bay Express (US$23.00 one-way)

Grenada to Carriacou Tues, Thu, Sat 4:00 pm

Carriacou to Grenada Tues, Thu, Sat 5:00 am
Tilgængelighed
Jan. Febr. Marts April Maj Jun Jul Aug. Sept. Okt. Nov. Dec.

Programgebyrer

2 uger (min. ophold) 2.257€
3 uger 3.127€
4 uger 3.996€
5 uger 4.866€
6 uger 5.736€
7 uger 6.606€
8 uger (max. ophold) 7.476€
Gennemsnitligt gebyr 1.031€/uge

Programgebyrer

1.031€ pr. uge 2 - 8 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

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Duration

2 - 8 weeks

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Final Payment

Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med Caribbean Reef Buddy under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.

Mød din vært

Caribbean Reef Buddy

Outstanding 4.9 rating (9 feltrapporter)

Non-profit - grundlagt i 2013

Verificeret af Volunteer World

  Moderat Svarrate

Vært er

Gary

Spoken languages: Spansk, Engelsk, Tysk

Om projektet

Caribbean Reef Buddy is a non-profit organization (NGO) dedicated to marine conservation, based on the island of Carriacou, Grenada.

Mød din vært

WHO ARE WE?

Caribbean Reef Buddy is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and understanding of our unique marine life. Throughout our work, our aim is to enhance conservation and scientific knowledge, while inspiring people and leading by example, encouraging environmental awareness and individual development.

WHERE ARE WE?

Caribbean Reef Buddy is based on the island of Carriacou, Grenada, West Indies. Carriacou is the second largest island of Grenada and the largest island in the spectacular paradise of the Grenadines Island chain measuring just 13 square miles. The tiny island has unspoiled reefs, an amazing variety of aquatic life, and over 30+ beautiful dive sites. Carriacou has some of the best dive spots in the world with clear waters, pristine coral reefs, amazing wrecks, and magical drifts. The island's charm lies in its laidback rejuvenating escape from the fast-paced world. It is a very safe island where you do not have to worry about crime or violence. Muggings are virtually unheard of and even petty thefts are very rare.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Our Story in Carriacou is to work closely with the community and people like yourself to make a sustainable difference in marine conservation awareness and education. Caribbean Reef Buddy (CRB) does this through the delivery of environmental and conservation projects that are linked to global ecological and social themes. Our projects include assessing marine species and coral health, repopulation of our reef systems, and supporting greater awareness within our local schools.

You too can write a chapter in our ongoing story of how our Reef Buddies took some time and made a huge difference on this tropical island paradise. Your story can not only include your first-hand experience of delivering our projects, but also of your hikes in the tropical forests, your walks along deserted beaches, and the bond you’ll make with new friends from all over the world. Join us in the Caribbean as we help you to start a new chapter in your story.


MISSION, OBJECTIVE & VISION

Our Mission is to work with and in support of local communities to assist in the protection and preservation of a healthy, diverse, and sustainable marine ecosystem.

Our Objective lies in maintaining strong ties and links to the local community, their interests, and concerns. The success and sustainability of any marine environmental study or conservation project are largely dependent on a comprehensive outreach program.

Our Vision is the continual identification of marine ecological and environmental initiatives within Grenada and Carriacou. Deliver local, national, and international outreach programs in conjunction with an all-inclusive training package to protect and preserve the marine and coral reef ecosystem.


THE ROLE OF VOLUNTEERS

We are looking for individuals interested in marine ecology and conservation to work on critical marine conservation projects around the beautiful island of the Carriacou.

You will contribute towards various conservation-related surveys aimed at providing data to the local government on coral reef research, fish, and invertebrate surveys, assist with the development of an environmental education and awareness program, monitor sharks, assess diver impacts, as well as marine plastic pollution clean-ups and surveys.

9 feltrapporter · rating4.9

John Mclaughlin rating5

2023 at Coral Reef Monitoring Supporter

This was a life-changing experience. The crew at CRB provided a mix of fun and education that was an amazing basis to learn and become certified as an advanced open-water diver. The fact that we were able to help with a research project only made the entire experience more enjoyable. I am ...
Nora Valdes rating5

2018 at Coral Reef Monitoring Supporter

I choose CRB because I was looking for a program that would allow me to learn and contribute on marine conservation, and it was the perfect choice! This program not only taught me about marine life, but also helped me improve my dive skills, introduced me to a whole new set of knowledge about ...
Todd Crouse rating5

2023 at Coral Reef Regeneration Assistant

There were so many things to see, swarms of fish, tons of coral varieties, sponges, eels, turtles and even a few nudibranchs. Oh and you forget you are supposed to be identifying various predators. Many staff members had hawk eyes to point out very well hidden or camouflaged shrimp, eels and the ...
Racquel Artuz rating5

2023 at APEX Predator Monitorer

I had a great time during my 4 weeks of volunteering with Caribbean Reef Buddy. On my first week with the program, I did training week wherein I got my required diving qualification/certification. For the remaining 3 weeks, we did various of marine conservation activities (different project every ...
Billy Williams rating5

2023 at Marine Conservation Dive Master

The accommodations were the only downside to the whole trip. The staff was fantastic, and as a Dive-Master intern, I learned much more than if I had tried to do it locally. Gary was very hands-on in my training and made me fill like I could do it through the whole process. The staff made sure ...
Jonathan Pierce rating4.8

2021 at Coral Reef Regeneration Assistant

There were so many things to see, swarms of fish, tons of coral varieties, sponges, eels, turtles and even a few nudibranchs. Oh and you forget you are supposed to be identifying various predators. Many staff members had hawkeyes to point out very well hidden or camouflaged shrimp, eels and the ...

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