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  British Virgin Islands

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Road Town,  Sea Cows Bay

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: Various Length Programs June to August

Description: Recently, tourism and economic growth have threatened the delicate ecological balance. Lifeworks-BVI bases its core projects around some of these issues to help sustain a healthy environment.

During the program, we live with the rest of our service team aboard a sailing vessel, as everyone in the BVI has to move around by boat. Plus, living aboard allows us to visit most every island while providing a perfect floating home. It's refreshing to be out on the water where there are cool breezes, and a great sense of camaraderie comes from working together as a crew.

Highlights: Community service and Conservation projects; President's Volunteer Service Award program; Cultural exploration

Travel Types: Climbing, Eco Tours, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Fishing, Nature Tours, Sailing, Scuba, Snorkeling, Trekking and Windsurfing/Windsailing

Language: English

Cost in US$: 3,690 to 4,790 USD

Cost Includes: All food, accommodation, activities and programs. Program costs exclude airfare. Please request a brochure for full details.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer Projects: biological research, childcare/children, community centers, community development, eco-tourism, education, English teaching, environment, painting, playgrounds, recreation, research, sea turtle protection and sports

Age Range: 14/15 - 19

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. .

Typical Living Arrangements: Group living, Home-stays and Other

Participants Travel to British Virgin Islands Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 8 - 20

Scholarships Are Available. - Various scholarship opportunities are available. Please call or email us for scholarship information.

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Year Founded: 1986