Yotvata Hai-Bar (Wildlife Preserve) is situated on Route 90 (Dead Sea-Eilat) between Kibbutz Yotvata and Kibbutz Samar, about 35 kilometres north of Eilat.
About
The mission of Yotvata Hai-Bar (Wildlife Preserve) Nature Reserve is to establish reproductive groups for populations of wild animals that are mentioned in the Bible; but have disappeared from the landscape, as well as for other endangered desert animals. The reserve is dotted with Acacia trees and includes a variety of desert habitats: an Aacia forest, a salt marsh, and sand dunes. The reserve has three parts: a three-acre penned-in open area, where herds of herbivorous animals live in conditions similar to those in the wild; the Predators Centre, where reptiles, small desert animals, and large predators are on display; and the Desert Night Life Exhibition Hall, where night and day are reversed so that visitors to the reserve can observe nocturnal animals during their active hours. Volunteers are needed to assist the Israel Nature & Parks Authority (NPA) staff with its daily work and further enrichment projects at the Predators & Visitors Centres.
Volunteer tasks & contribution
Volunteers will work with the NPA staff at the Predators & Visitors centres. Duties include: feeding animals and cleaning habitats, maintenance work, observation and data collection, field work and constructing enrichment facilities.
Project dates
From the 03 July 2008 – 17 July 2008
Minimum requirements
• Age above 18
• Keen interest in animals
• High level of independence and flexibility
• Full travel and health insurance
• Conversational English
• Physically fit
• Good health
Place available
6 volunteers
Accommodation
Volunteers will sleep under the desert sky in a shared tent at the Wildlife Preserve camping site. The site includes shared bathrooms, mattresses, showers, and fully equipped kitchen. Volunteers may bring their own tent.
Orientation in Tel Aviv
As part of the project, an orientation will be provided for all the participants during the 3rd – 5th July together with other volunteers from GoEco projects. The orientation will include preparation lectures regarding Israel and the project, walking tour of old Tel Aviv and Jaffa and ample time to enjoy the beach, meet new friends and party or enjoy cultural venues. Includes light breakfast and Friday night dinner.
Language
English
Participation fee
€210
Price includes
• Administration
• Accommodation in tent
• 3 day orientation in Tel Aviv
• Transportation to project (one way)
• Professional training & supervision
Price doesn't include
• Flights to Israel
• Food (around 5 – 10 Euros per day)
• You are required to purchase full travel and health insurance
• Personal expenses (i.e. alcohol, clothes, etc…)
Nearest airport
BenGurion Airport, Tel Aviv
Meeting point
From 16:00 on the 3 July at the Old Jaffa Hostel, Tel Aviv
How do I register? Stage 1: If you would like to join this project, please complete the application form and submit it to GoEco. Stage 2: Once we receive your application form, GoEco will evaluate your suitability for the project that you have chosen. At the same time, we will check the availability of dates. (When completing your registration form, it is advisable to indicate a second and third choice in case your first choice is fully booked or the dates requested are not available). Once GoEco receives confirmation of your acceptance to the project, we will notify you immediately by email.
Stage 3: Once you have been accepted on a project and we have answered any additional queries that you may have, you will be asked to transfer the participation fee of €210 in order to reserve your place within 7 days. This payment is non-refundable.
Stage 4: After receiving your deposit, GoEco will send you a Disclaimer
form and a Declaration form as well as a file containing all the relevant information about the project, including recommended ways to reach the site. You should return the two forms, duly signed, by mail to our office. Only upon the receipt of these forms, will we be able to complete the registration process.
General note: It is important for you to know that during the registration process and the duration of the project, the GoEco team is always on hand to answer your questions and offer any assistance needed.
