Have a passion for the underwater world?
This Marine Biology Trip is an immersive learning opportunity in which you get to visit one of the world's most incredible marine environments, while learning more about the delicate marine ecology and how it affects the fisheries industry. Below you can find some of the activities and learning opportunities you may be able to look forward to.
volunteer and learning opportunities
1. Sustainable Seaweed Farming–learn and help to expand current seaweed farm in Placencia (in
partnership with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and The Nature Conservancy)
2. Multi-trophic Aquaculture–assist in developing integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (seaweed,
sea cucumber, lobsters, grouper)
3. Reef Regeneration–aid local marine biologist in replanting and care of coral nurseries,
and assist SEA (Southern Environmental Association) with the monitoring of reef health
4. Wet Lab–learn from local / international scientists on their specific areas of study (will
be announced)
5. SEA Education Programs
6. Responsible Fishing Practices (Placencia Fishermen’s Cooperative, Oceana) –tour with local
fishermen and learn about responsible fishing practices and line fishing techniques
partnership with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and The Nature Conservancy)
2. Multi-trophic Aquaculture–assist in developing integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (seaweed,
sea cucumber, lobsters, grouper)
3. Reef Regeneration–aid local marine biologist in replanting and care of coral nurseries,
and assist SEA (Southern Environmental Association) with the monitoring of reef health
4. Wet Lab–learn from local / international scientists on their specific areas of study (will
be announced)
5. SEA Education Programs
6. Responsible Fishing Practices (Placencia Fishermen’s Cooperative, Oceana) –tour with local
fishermen and learn about responsible fishing practices and line fishing techniques
research topics
1. Current SEA projects (see website)
2. Whale Shark monitoring and possible reasons to population decline (SEA)
3. Lion Fish Control–create natural predators
4. Ocean Acidification–causes, effects and possible solutions
2. Whale Shark monitoring and possible reasons to population decline (SEA)
3. Lion Fish Control–create natural predators
4. Ocean Acidification–causes, effects and possible solutions
itinerary breakdown
*Please note: Itinerary may be subject change
DAY TWO
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DAY THREE
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DAY SIX
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DAY NINE
JUNE 29, 2018
JUNE 29, 2018
- BREAKFAST AT RESEARCH CENTRE
- SIGN UP FOR FUTURE RESEARCH/ VOLUNTEER PROJECTS/SEA PROJECTS
- TRAVEL TO BELIZE CITY
- VISIT BELIZE FISHERIES DEPARTMENT
- TRANSFER TO AIRPORT
- DEPARTURE
what to bring along
- Light-weight cotton clothes or quick-drying cotton/synthetic blends.
- Comfortable walking shoes. Consider light boots for hiking and sandals for the beach.
- Swimsuits and T-shirts
- Your favorite snorkeling gear (we will have you covered through rental gear, but you are free to bring your own)
- Raincoat (June is the beginning of the rainy season in Belize; sudden and torrential rain is common)
- Cap or hat - be sure it's one that won't blow off in windy conditions on the water.
- Sunglasses - the darker the better.
- Health kit consisting of any prescription medicines you may need and a copy of your eyeglass prescription, plus aspirin, insect spray with 30% DEET, sunscreen (more than you think you'll need), Pepto-Bismol or other stomach medicine, bandages, sun-burn lotion, toilet tissue, moist wipes, seasick pills and other over-the-counter medicines.
- Your favorite snacks - (many American brands are available in Belize, but they are expensive.)