THe Course

This increadable two week intensive course is perfect for anyone who has a passion for nature and maybe has started to think about a career in conservation, protecting natural systems.

Nestled in the Garrigue biome of Southern France, Students will gain key skills essential to a successful career as a conservation ecologist 

Over an intense two weeks, students get real hands on exposure to ‘life as a conservationist’ where they learn extensive wildlife monitoring techniques, mapping, data entry and an intro to basic statistics.  During these exercises they will be exposed to professionals in the field, have networking opportunities and complete small scale Phase I habitat survey on local Natura 2000 protected sites, actively contributing to local conservation efforts. 

There are both theory and practical lessons as well as group discussion sessions where we cover wide ranging views on essential social, economical and environmental issues – key to solving future environmental issues.

Students will also learn basic wilderness survival skills such as navigation, finding water, tying knots, animal tracking  etc.

GEORGE BERTHON -

PROJECT LEAD

A certified FGASA (Field Guides Association Southern Africa) safari guide with an MSc in Conservation Ecology, George leads both courses on the project.

His experience as a Conservation Project Manager in Botswana, running a volunteer conservation camp (Projects Abroad) and as guide in various national parks makes him the perfect leader to teach participants about ecology, conservation, research and observation.

The passion he brings to every day shines on everyone, powerfully inspiring others to make a difference.