Help protect the flora and fauna of the Scottish Highlands. Do you dream of exploring Scotland and its rich biodiversity? Get involved in nature reserves across this stunning region! See all nature reserve projects here
Protecting Scotland’s flora and fauna
Explore the Scottish Highlands, a region of Europe that is still home to a rich and diverse array of flora and fauna. Our partner, Fronteering, will place you on biodiversity conservation projects in Scotland. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved at various sites within a network of nature reserves. The ecosystems you’ll be working in are varied: forests, meadows, peatlands, coastal reserves, mountains and urban reserves. As you’ll have the chance to work at numerous sites, this will give you a broad-based experience in the conservation of natural environments, as well as providing valuable support to the programme. This eco-volunteering programme offers the chance to discover Scotland and the fabulous Highlands region. There you may spot the European wildcat, the white-tailed eagle, the European otter, the osprey and the golden eagle!
Protecting biodiversity in nature reserves in Scotland
You will be joining a small team of volunteers working in nature reserves across Scotland. You will be involved in a wide range of tasks related to ecosystem conservation.
Here are some examples of the tasks you will be assigned
- Felling of non-native trees
- Wildlife monitoring and research
- Removal of invasive plants
- Trail maintenance
- Fence construction
- Installation of road signs in nature reserves
- Construction of wooden pavements
- Repairing birdhouses
- We expect you to work 5 days a week, 8 hours a day.
- There are between 2 and 8 volunteers on each project
Dates
- From 8 to 24 weeks, all year round
Prices
- 8 weeks: $2,995, or approximately €2,848
- 12 weeks: $4,195, or approximately €3,990
- 16 weeks: $5,195, or approximately €4,941
- 20 weeks: on request
- 24 weeks: on request
Prices in euros vary depending on the exchange rate
Included in the price
- Investment (provided by Fronteering)
- Accommodation
- Transport: from your accommodation to the project site and back.
- Professional training. You will receive training in the conservation and research of wild flora and fauna, and will be provided with the necessary tools, equipment and safety instructions.
- If you encounter any issues with your volunteering project, Fronteering will act as a mediator between you and the organisation.
- With Fronteering, you can book tours around Europe once you’ve finished your volunteering project.
- 24/7 emergency contact (provided by Fronteering)
Not included in the price
- Meals
- Flight or train tickets
- Travel insurance
- Ages 18 and over
- English (intermediate level)
- Minimum of 8 weeks.
- Smoking is prohibited.
- A strong work ethic is required: reliability, responsibility, honesty, a good sense of humour, and reliability.
- Good physical and mental health.
- A love of animals and nature!
- You must read and agree to comply with the guidelines and code of ethics.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Discover the fabulous Scottish Highlands!
- Protecting Scotland’s ecosystems – one of the last strongholds of wildlife in Western Europe.
- Find out more about conservation and research in the field of wildlife and the environment.
- Work alongside a fantastic team of staff and other volunteers!
- Improve your English
Accommodation
Volunteers are accommodated in small single rooms, often with a local host family.
Meals
Meals are not included in the price, but you can buy all your food on site.
The venue
The projects will mainly take place in the Scottish Highlands and other wilderness areas of Scotland. On request, you can also volunteer in the Edinburgh area if you prefer a little more comfort and all the activities that a big city has to offer.
- In your free time at the weekend, you’ll have the chance to explore Scotland
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About the partner organisation
Our partner is a Canadian organisation founded in 2010, specialising in overseas volunteering projects aimed at preserving the environment, wildlife and indigenous communities. It offers placements all over the world, but thanks to its Canadian base, it provides numerous experiences with a positive impact in North America. It also focuses on the least-visited places on the planet. Places that still boast rich biodiversity and where you can immerse yourself in a world that remains wild. Our partner strives to offer volunteering experiences off the beaten track. Adventure awaits!
