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From the beaches of Costa Rica to Nicaragua and back, to do hands-on work with sea turtles, in one of the largest concentrations of turtles anywhere in the world. 

Before experiencing the thrill of working with turtles in the wild, experience the thrills of the Costa Rican jungle. The rapids of the Sarapiqui river don’t disappoint. Next, settle into a small field station on the Osa Peninsula. Assist biologists with in-water turtle surveys, collecting data on population structure, habitat and health. From there it’s off to El Ostinal, Nicaragua, to explore conservation challenges facing sea turtles and looking at what you can do about them. Lastly, a quick break followed by hands-on work at a turtle hatchery in the Costa Rican town of San Miguel.  

“We learned a lot about sea turtles, but also about the different cultures and communities we visited. I loved Costa Rica!” — Randelle Boots, Seekong, MA

Emerge from the volcanic mountain valleys and local communities of Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Earn 3 Marine Science credits. Log over 50 hours of community service. Gain immeasurable, real world experience with active turtle research projects. Assist with community outreach projects. Ultimately, help protect these fascinating yet endangered creatures for years to come.

COLLEGE CREDIT

Three marine science college credits through Lesley University

COMMUNITY SERVICE

40 hours of community service

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At a Glance

• Highlights
• Patrol sea turtle nesting habitats
• Collect field data on endangered sea turtles
• Work alongside sea turtle field biologists
• Build and maintain sea turtle hatcheries
• Excavate sea turtle nests
• Participate in a community based sea turtle conservation project
• Explore regional biodiversity of Costa Rica and Nicaragua

• Experience Required
• Minimum 18 years old
• High school Graduate
• High school or college Biology
• Minimum GPA: 2.50
• Completed at least one semester at college or graduated high school over a year ago

• Locations
• El Ostional
• Playa Blanca
• San Jose
• San Miguel
• Sarapiqui