Aware of the state of our natural world and eager to make a difference in a short time? Then get a taste for Earthwatch with a weekend or short-duration expedition.If you are aware of the state of our natural world and eager to get out and make a difference but don't have much time then our Weekend and Short Duration Expeditions are for you. It is a great opportunity to join Earthwatch scientists at their field sites for a snap shot of life in the field, learning new skills and appreciating the environmental issues. These special short duration teams focus on the same research and have the same expectations as our regular teams, but with more fun, adventure and often new friends!
Weekend Expeditions
If you're not sure if the Earthwatch reserach experience is for you our weekend expeditions are a great way to have a small sample of life in the field.
As an Earthwatch Weekend Volunteer, you will participate in some of the activities and share some of the experiences of volunteers on the two week expeditions.
Family Expeditions
Getting children involved in science at an early age helps to hone critical thinking skills and develop an appreciation for the natural world. Earthwatch expeditions make great hands-on family learning experiences, and provide inspiration and a model for personal involvement in taking care of our planet. Australian family expeditions allow kids as young as six to join in the fun. Overseas family expeditions have a minimum age of 10.
Family Expeditions include:
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Opportunities to meet requirements for Duke of Edinburgh, Scouts, Outward Bound or community service projects
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Time to explore new and beautiful wilderness areas while having an adventurous time with the whole family
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A great chance for kids to be kids by playing outside and getting dirty, but also to have a holiday where they can learn about science and the environment
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Family team dates have been selected to fall within Australian school holidays