Animal Release Center Development in Brazil

I stayed at the Betary reserve in January for four and a half weeks. It was the greatest time I could have had. As an ecologist it was perfect for me, with all the field work and research. I felt familiar with some of the methods, however still felt like I learned a lot and was tested throughout. I often get homesick, and stressed about travelling, so I thought I’d never be able to do something like this, however I shouldn’t have worried, because we were so supported by lovely staff and each oth...

I volunteered with IPBio for three weeks to gain work experience with amphibian pitfalls. From start to finish the experience was incredible and highly rewarding, my only complaint is that I wish I could have stayed longer. There is a real family dynamic at the reserve, the volunteers, and the staff made everyone feel at home. Everyone socialised in the evenings and we frequently arranged trips to the local town, Iporanga for shopping or a meal out. The weekend activities are a fantastic o...