Marine Expedition Assistant

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1 - 2 weeks  ·  Alder 16 - 50+

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Højdepunkter

  • Experience hands on marine conservation
  • Discover the hidden beauty of the Mediterranean Sea and Mallorca
  • Learn from some of the top marine biologists how you can help protect the oceans
  • Team up with like minded people that share your passion for the sea
  • Explore the stunning Tramontana UNESCO heritage site during your free time


Særligt velegnet til

Alder 16+
Singler
Par
Grupper
50+

Om programmet

The volunteers of the “Oasis Tramuntana expeditions” will have the opportunity to be part of the Alnitak scientific team, collaborating with the artisanal fishermen.

Our Oasis Programme:

 In 2002 we began implementing NOAA and Stanford University - Tag a Giants vision of ''Animal Oceanographers'' which consists in using highly mobile marine animals as ''oceanographers of opportunity'' integrating their telemetry data in the Integrated Ocean Observation and ...

Om programmet

Our Oasis Programme:

 In 2002 we began implementing NOAA and Stanford University - Tag a Giants vision of ''Animal Oceanographers'' which consists in using highly mobile marine animals as ''oceanographers of opportunity'' integrating their telemetry data in the Integrated Ocean Observation and Forecasting System (IOOS). The results of the modelling of this data can be used to design MPAs (Marine protected areas) and develop management schemes in diverse sectors (energy, fishing, transport, tourism, etc)... to mitigate risks. 

Volunteers that join us will be working along side some of the worlds top marine biologists and will be actively involved in helping us collect data from these animals as well as helping us monitor the open Ocean for disregarded fishing gear and sick and/or injured Marine life, apart from helping us in active research Volunteers will also be expected to be hands on with other chores such as cooking, cleaning and helping maintain the upkeep of our ''base keep''. Alnitak's volunteer programmes “opens the doors” to the Sea for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. More than 4,000 people from 102 nations have embarked with us in these three decades, directly participating in research and conservation projects.

Our ''base camp'' since 2024 will be a little Cortijo (Spanish Cottage) Ca'n Canyelles nested in the stunning UNESCO heritage site of the Tramuntana mountain rage it has the capacity to house a max of 6 volunteers + staff.

Every morning (weather permitting) we will leave from the port of Soller to conduct our research, the town of Seller is one of the most beautiful in Mallorca, it is a paradise for hikers and cyclists, gourmet lovers and a fantastic hideaway option! 

If the weather is not in our favour our work will be conducted on land.

During rough seas/windy days we will dedicate time to a variety of chores such as renovating our new home, data entry, and more. We will do our best to live sustainably, acquiring our groceries from the local farmers markets, and breaking up daily chores between the whole team.

This is a new and exciting type of Alnitak expedition, in which volunteers actively participate in its development and hopefully success in years to come



Typisk dag

Calm sea days

The perfect days to work at sea. During these days we will try to be in deep water from dawn to dusk (in port by 06:00) on our Rib T/T  Tofte or our Modified artesanal fishing vessel '' El Pasador''. These are productive but also arduous days, in which rest, sun protection and ...

Typisk dag

Calm sea days

The perfect days to work at sea. During these days we will try to be in deep water from dawn to dusk (in port by 06:00) on our Rib T/T  Tofte or our Modified artesanal fishing vessel '' El Pasador''. These are productive but also arduous days, in which rest, sun protection and hydration are fundamental aspects.

It is on these days that we hope to accomplish our main objectives and have the most productive encounters with cetaceans, turtles, pelagic fish and seabirds.

Days of slight - breeze (swell)

Combine sampling of microplastics and marine debris with experimentation of the prototype aFADs, analyzing the “oasis effect”.
There will be fewer hours spent at sea.

Land activities in Ca'n Canyelles:
a) maintenance work on the farmhouse
b) construction of furniture and preparation of research equipment
c) processing of sampling data and images in sea
d) pruning and burning of the olive grove, harvesting, and manufacturing. e) reparation of dry stone walls
f) maintenance of the boats

Windy and or stormy days

These are when we will NOT be able to go out to sea and we can also focus on the land-based activities or assign one of these days as off time.

We always try to find a compromise between typical Mediterranean times and Western times, with breakfast

around 07:00 (days at sea) and 09:00 (days without navigation), a lunch/snack at 11:00, lunch at 13:00 and dinner at 20:00


Fritidsaktiviteter

Even though you will have exciting experiences and, at the same time, help us achieve our goals as an organisation, free time is also essential to perfect your experience in Mallorca. The “Serra de Tramuntana” and its towns are well worth spending a minimum of time enjoying the landscape and ...

Fritidsaktiviteter

Even though you will have exciting experiences and, at the same time, help us achieve our goals as an organisation, free time is also essential to perfect your experience in Mallorca. The “Serra de Tramuntana” and its towns are well worth spending a minimum of time enjoying the landscape and exploring its natural and cultural treasures.

We will assign one of these days as off time. As stated previously, if we have stormy days/windy days and depending on the duration of the adverse weather conditions, we will focus on the land activities in Ca’n Canyelles but can also assign some time off.

Alnitak’s team may use this “OFF time” for office work. We are a very small team; therefore, please respect that during this assigned time, the team may need to continue their land-based work.

We will allocate time for a wrap-up session to discuss the results obtained during our last expedition day.


Krav

Krav

Minimumsalder: 16 år

For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 16 år gammel på programmets startdato.

Sprogfærdigheder

Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level)

Nationalitetsrestriktioner

Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

Andre færdigheder

Passion and interest in playing an active role in the conservation of our natural and cultural heritage. Skills of interest (but not necessary)Boat driving license, navigation, carpentry, painting, navigation, photography, video filming, drone flying, camping, star gazing, cooking,..

Tidsforpligtelse

Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag, Fredag, Lørdag og Søndag fra 06:00 - 21:00

Hvad er inkluderet

Hvad er inkluderet

Tjenester af Alnitak Research Institute

Your contribution will help cover project costs amongst others:

  • Accommodation (7 days- 6 nights)
  • Airport pick up + drop off 
  • Locally sourced organic food  (7 days) 
  • Maintenance and use of research rib inc gasoline, and investigation equipment (7 days)
  • Alnitak/ Ca'n Canyelles Staff (7days)

Afhentning i lufthavnen i Palma de Mallorca Airport

Pick up and drop off is arrange by staff if volunteers need it.

This is usually a Taxi to the Port of Sóller from Palma de Mallorca airport.

Indkvartering

We can accommodate up to 6 volunteers in our Ca'n Canyelles cottage, our rooms are small, simple but sweet:

Room 1: Double bed 

Room 2: 2 x Single beds

Room 3: Single bed

Room 4: double bed

The rest of the cottage consists of a Kitchen/dining room, bathroom, outdoor seating/dining area & BBQ area and all off this could not be without  our complimentary and very friendly watch-dog!

Outside we also have an outdoor shower and an outdoor compost toilet which are the primary uses.

All installations are basic (This is not a luxury cruise)!


Mad og drikkevarer

3 meals a day are provided (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

We do not permit the use of alcohol during research time.

Drinks usually consist of teas and juices (and fresh spring water of course)!

We always try our best to provide sustainable local organic products.

We also cater to those with dietary requirements (celiac disease, diabetes, allergies, vegetarian and vegan...).



Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Internetadgang

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Flybilletter

Den nærmeste lufthavn er Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) i Palma Mallorca. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Spanien. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

Rejseforsikring

At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Spanien giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

Vacciner

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Oplysninger ved ankomst

The dates for our 2024 Tramuntana expeditions are the following (Please note that back to back expeditions can be classed as 2 week expeditions if volunteers wish to stay more than a week) We cannot offer dates outside those that appear here:

July 13th -- July 19th

July 20th -- July 26th

September 7th -- September 13th 

September 14th -- September 20th

October 5th -- October 11th 

October 12th -- October 18th

Collection and drop offs can be arranged with staff. 
Tilgængelighed
Jan. Febr. Marts April Maj Jun Jul Aug. Sept. Okt. Nov. Dec.

Programgebyrer

1 uge (min. ophold) 1.342€
2 uger (max. ophold) 2.684€
Gennemsnitligt gebyr 1.342€/uge

Programgebyrer

1.342€ pr. uge 1 - 2 weeks Alder 16 - 50+

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Duration

1 - 2 weeks

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Alnitak Research Institute

Outstanding 4.9 rating (10 feltrapporter)

Non-profit - grundlagt i 1990

Verificeret af Volunteer World

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Molly

Om projektet

Alnitak Research Institute is a Spanish non-profit organisation that combines a passion for cultural maritime heritage with a strong will to preserve the Oceans.

Mød din vært

Passion for cultural maritime heritage with a strong will to preserve the Oceans, that is our work ethic here at Alnitak.

We are a Spanish non-profit organisation founded by two young Greenpeace activist. We have sailed the Mediterranean since 1989 in our historical fishing vessel Toftevaag (now retiring), at present we spend our time conducting different projects and citizen science expeditions.

Our scientific campaigns are specifically designed to directly contribute to strategies for the conservation of marine biodiversity and national and international sustainable management policies, integrated into relevant frameworks, especially the European Commission, the FAO, ACCOBAMS, UNEP WFP and the Marine Turtle Conservation Act of the US Government.

Our research expeditions are mainly run in protected areas. We are located in the small stunning village of Sóller located 35mins from Palma de Mallorca (Spain)  airport and 12mins drive from Sóller port. The area is a hidden paradise with friendly locals and amazing scenery

 We first began with EarthWatch and later in coordination with OceanCare,. In 2017, Alnitak joined LIBERA, an SEO/BirdLife project in collaboration with Ecoembes and since then he has been running the Marine Stewardship Initiative "Todos por la Mar''.

Our mission is to make the ocean a safer place for marine life as well as promote and encourage more sustainable ways of fishing amongst local fishermen and fisheries 

our volunteers have been as young as 14 and as old as 85! As long as you have a passion for the ocean, making a difference and being the change along with a  willingness to do hard-work and not afraid of getting you hards dirty Alnitak is a unique way to be a part of something important

In 2019, thanks to the Alnitak database, an alarming increase in marine debris originated from fishing activities, and more specifically "ghost FADs", rudimentary fishing artefacts that are extremely dangerous for marine fauna and creates safety risks at sea. Thanks to the support of the Queen Sofia Foundation, we have been able to develop our scientific program "Oceanographer Turtles" focused on the loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta), helping us to create management tools based on modelling the movements of turtles, marine debris and dangerous artefacts, integrated into the Oceanographic Observation System of the ICTS SOCIB and NOAA.

We subdivide our work into two large programmes: MEDTOP- Scientific projects using top pelagics as Umbrella Species for the conservation of the open sea ecosystem, and Todos Por La Mar- Engaging stakeholders and the general public in practical and tamgible conservation. Alnitak Partenrs with institutes such as the US fish and wildlife service, NOAA, The Balearic Island Costal Observing and forecasting system (SOCIB), Oceancare, Spanish Institute of Oceanography (IEO), IFREMER, Exeter University and many more 

Results from the expeditions contribute directly to ongoing research and pioneering in conservation policies making us one of the very few NGOs where you can actually see the effect your volunteer work has on our oceans. 




10 feltrapporter · rating4.9

Romain Mari rating5

2023 at Marine Expedition Assistant

I joined Alnitak for the first for about 11 days. It was an incredible and very memorable experience. An awesome crew, a beautiful boat, we same across lots of marine wildlife and cleaned a lot of floating rubbish (nets, bags, fishing lines). Sleeping under the stars at night was absolutely magical. ..
Maria rating5

2023 at Marine Expedition Assistant

Volunteering for Alnitak was, by far, one of the best experiences I have ever had. It was such an incredible opportunity. Not only does your work have a real-world impact by helping scientists in ocean conservation, you also get to see some of the most spectacular species. On my expedition, I saw at ...
Julia rating5

2023 at Marine Expedition Assistant

Volunteering with Alnitak Research Institute was an incredible experience. The team's dedication to marine conservation is inspiring. The hands-on involvement in research projects, coupled with a supportive community, made the experience both educational and fulfilling. It's an experience that not ...
Lena Micheler rating5

2023 at Marine Expedition Assistant

It was such a great experience working together with this amazing organization. I learned a lot about marine conservation and marine wildlife. I met other great volunteers and was able to get to know the wonderful Alnitak team. I would do it again anytime and would recomment it to everyone who loves ...
Camille Francois rating4.8

2023 at Marine Expedition Assistant

Volunteering with Alnitak is a one-of-a-kind experience and living on a 100-year-old boat for several weeks was such a privilege. The people running Alnitak were very kind, welcoming and knowledgeable, and the volunteers are generally amazing people too. Each day, we woke up at dawn (or even ...
Luisa rating5

2022 at Marine Expedition Assistant

I spent a wonderful 10 days on board Toftevaag with about 10 other volunteers from all over Europe, as well as a biologist and a skipper from the organization. The crew soon felt like family and we learnt so much on the marine ecosystem, its problems as well as life on an old sailing vessel. Would ...

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