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Earthwatch expeditions pair researchers with volunteers to address some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Explore our current expeditions to discover how you can make a difference.

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Wildlife & Ecosystems
Strenuous
Strenuous
Bird Songs of the Olympic Peninsula

Hike through the vast wilderness of the Olympic Peninsula while helping researchers explore the balance between community wellb

North America : Olympic Peninsula near the City of Forks, Washington State, United States
Lead Scientist
Teodora Minkova, Ph.D.
Duration
8 days (avg. $262 a day)
Starting at $2,095
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northern lights in the arctic
Climate Change
Moderate
Moderate
Climate Change at the Arctic's Edge

Scientists expect to observe the greatest effects of global warming in the Arctic.

North America : Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
Lead Scientist
LeeAnn Fishback, Ph.D.
Duration
11 days (avg. $336 a day)
Starting at $3,695
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Earthwatch volunteers head to a research site by boat (C) Diana Eddows
Wildlife & Ecosystems
Easy
Easy
Conserving Wetlands and Traditional Agriculture in Mexico

Help gather critical data on the sustainable use of one of Mexico City’s last wetlands.

North America : Xochimilco, Mexico
Lead Scientist
Claudia Ponce de Leon, Ph.D.
Duration
7 days (avg. $285 a day)
Starting at $1,995
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Two killer whales break the surface (C) Icelandic Orca Project
Ocean Health
Moderate
Moderate
Killer Whales and Their Prey in Iceland

By studying the feeding behavior of killer whales in Iceland, scientists can better understand potential threats to this specie

Europe : Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
Lead Scientist
Filipa Samarra, Ph.D.
Duration
12 days (avg. $329 a day)
Starting at $3,950
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Yellow throated toucan on a branch
Wildlife & Ecosystems
Easy
Easy
Toucans, Parrots, and Other Wildlife in Costa Rica's Forests

Are local tree-planting practices in Costa Rica supporting forest ecosystems and helping to protect biodiversity?

North America : Las Cruces, Coto Brus, Costa Rica
Lead Scientist
Clare Aslan, Ph.D.
Duration
10 days ($263 per day)
Starting at $2,625
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A Pueblo community site in Crow Canyon
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Archaeology
Easy
Easy
Uncovering the Mysteries of Colorado's Pueblo Communities

Excavate for clues as to how an ancient community handled resource use, sustainability, and environmental downturns.

North America : Cortez, Colorado, United States
Lead Scientist
Susan Ryan, Ph.D.
Duration
7+ days (avg. $370 a day)
Starting at $2,595
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megale expedition
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Archaeology
Moderate
Moderate
Unearthing Ancient History in Tuscany

What can we learn about Italy’s ancient people from the ruins they left along the coast of Tuscany? Help us dust off clues.

Europe : Baratti and Populonia Archaeological Park, Piombino, Tuscany, Italy
Lead Scientist
Carolina Megale, Ph.D.
Duration
7+ days (avg. $314 a day)
Starting at $2,195
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CUSTOM EXPEDITIONS FOR GROUPS & CORPORATE PARTNERS

CUSTOM EXPEDITIONS FOR GROUPS

Explore the world together. Our expert staff can coordinate a meaningful experience for school groups, corporate employees, alumni associations, community groups, or other affiliations.

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Be more than a tourist

The growing season in Maine has increased by a month in the past 50 years. What does this mean for migrating birds that feed on berries in Maine?

Frank Sanford — Climate Change: Sea to Trees at Acadia National Park

Our Research Focus

Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.

Ocean Ecosystems

Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.

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Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.

Sustainable Cities and Communities

Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.

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Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.

Terrestrial Ecosystems

Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity. 

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