IOI plays a strategic role in supporting the conservation efforts of Isabela’s endemic flora. Volunteers on this project will have the opportunity to assist the Galapagos National Park in the operation and maintenance of its plant nursery in the highlands.

You will be involved in ecological restoration projects in rural and urban areas of Isabela, learn about their ecology, and contribute to the realization of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) in a tangible way!

Some tasks include:
Transplanting seedlings, pruning, and prepping nursery beds
Maintaining the irrigation system
Assisting in the management of plagues and invasive species
Answering questions from tourists or locals visiting the plant nursery

This program is a great opportunity for participants with ‘green hands’, experience in landscaping, and an interest in ecological restoration. Support rangers and increase your knowledge of effective ways to cultivate the endemic and threatened Scalesia plant.

Learn about Isabela’s endemic flora in an impactful way!

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