California

Are you aged between 18-25 years and looking for the overseas Adventure of a Lifetime?

Come to California with Conservation Volunteers!

Want to see another country, meet lots of new people and learn fantastic hands-on practical outdoor skills.  What better way to spend your summer?! 

Book now for the February 2012 experience and you will receive a bonus 2-week Conservation Break in Australia or New Zealand FREE! Conservation Break includes meals, accommodation, project-related transport and conservation activities. 
Conditions apply.*  Email psimmons@cva.org.au for more details.

This Conservation Training & Exchange Program in California is a fantastic way for people aged 18-25 years to experience an overseas adventure, see amazing places, meet new friends and learn lots of great new skills – all for a fantastic price!  Working alongside the California Conservation Corps, a group of enthusiastic environmental trainees on an exclusive program, it looks fantastic on your résumé, gives you practical conservation skills, and you are sure to meet lots of amazing people as well as experience some phenomenal places.

The conservation activities are carried out in some of the gorgeous natural areas of California, as well as a chance to see other areas and attractions that the state has to offer throughout the program.  Conservation activities may include: river restoration, coastal and inland trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, beach restoration and habitat enhancement.  In addition the team will have the opportunity to enjoy sightseeing throughout California which may include: Disneyland, Universal Studios, Venice beach, Hollywood, San Francisco and Bay area and the Redwood forests (some activities have an additional expense).

This is a fantastic program for those wanting skills in outdoor conservation work or wanting an outdoor adventure overseas!  There will also be plenty of exciting opportunities for sight-seeing and exploring, including a possible trip to the stunning and iconic Yosemite National Park.

This is a trip of a lifetime – a chance to explore the remote wilderness areas of California and work with a dynamic, experienced team! To register your interest or get for more information, contact Prue at psimmons@conservationvolunteers.com.au!

Download program information here.

Hurry, as places are limited and applications close soon!  Book now and receive our special deal of 2-weeks Conservation Break in Australia or New Zealand!

Program Dates 2012

Team 1: 6th January - 3rd February 2012 (4 weeks)
Team 2: 3rd February - 24th February 2012 (3 weeks)

Program Price

AUD$1,000 includes meals, accommodation, project-related travel throughout the program, conservation training, 12-month membership to Conservation Volunteers and Australian Geographic Society and subscription to the Australian Geographic Journal or Outdoor magazine.

Please note: Price does not include international airfare, visas, travel insurance or other personal costs.  Participants must be aged between 18 - 25 years at the time of travel.

*To be eligible for the complimentary Conservation Break, you must book and pay for the California Conservation Experience by 31st  January 2012.  2-week Conservation Break includes meals, accommodation, conservation activities and project-related transport from project CV office.  Bookings are subject to availability and some age restrictions apply.

Want more information or to book?

To register your interest or making a booking contact Prue at psimmons@cva.org.au.

Testimonials

"I decided to volunteer in California as I had never been overseas before, and I thought it would be a good opportunity to meet new people. Over the four weeks we helped make adobe bricks to restore an historical Mexican presidio in Santa Barbara and planted trees on Zuma beach at Malibu, to stabilize the soil and beautify the area. We also got to help build a bridge and walking trail in some of the National Parks on Northern California. During the evening we did a bit of exploring around the local town, did some hiking, and went to an air show. The best experience of my trip was going to Yosemite National Park and watching the full moon rise over the Yosemite Valley, it was very special. To anyone considering a World Conservation program, do it! It is an awesome experience. You get the opportunity to volunteer on great projects and work with great people".
Alana - QLD