Our one day research teams are an ideal way to get a feel for what working with a scientist on a research team is all about. Check out our range of day and weekend expeditions.  

Bandicoots on the Brink Ecosystem Services icon

There are an estimated 80 long-nosed bandicoots left at North Head, Manly. Spend a day helping protect North Head's bandicoots from attack by introduced predators.

*NEW* - FAMILY CAMPING WEEKEND 18 to 20 November 

Enjoy the privilege of sleeping out inside the North Head Sanctuary, spotlighting for animals at night and trapping bandicoots. Costs are $195 Adult, $155 Child (children aged 10-17 only) and include all accommodation and food.

Turtles in Trouble Oceans icon

See first hand how the problems of marine pollution and human rubbish are impacting endangered sea turtles off the coast of Brisbane. 

Listen to Kathy Townsend talking on RRR Radio about her Turtles in Trouble and Project Manta

Sydney's Hidden Mammals Ecosystem Services icon                 

Look for evidence of the elusive rakali on the beautiful and secluded beaches around Sydney Harbour.    

Melbourne's MicrobatsEcosystem Services icon

Venture out at night to discover the little known insect eating microbats that inhabit urban Melbourne.


Expedition Booking Conditions and Cancellation Policy 

Weekend Teams

If you can't get away during the week, check out our weekend options to experience a mini Earthwatch expedition.

Volunteer with hair tube trap
Hair analysis under microscope
Rubbish found on beach