- Canada
- Vancouver
About Program
Are you looking for a transformational Conservation Volunteer program that will inspire you to live a more meaningful life?
The Chilcotin Ark is a unique wilderness area due to its diverse wildlife and ecosystems. Our organization is committed to creating a working landscape concept and management that sustains viable populations of species in the Chilcotin Ark. For over 30 years we have been successfully facilitating and conducting participatory action research and conservation projects including invasive species management, habitat management, wildlife studies, proposal writing and citizen science. This volunteer experience takes place at our ranch – based research centre located in the remote wilderness and most of our conservation is completed by horseback. Our mission is to educate the public to become stewards of our wilderness environment and we accomplish this by developing environmental research & training programs in resource management and environmental stewardship.
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Program Highlights
- Live a purposeful life, through our Six Principles of Nature Connection, Nature Conservation, Personal Development, Self-Sufficiency, Empowerment, and Conscious & Aware
- Program Includes wilderness horseback and survival training upon arrival. Gain experience in wildlife research through collecting data on wilderness horseback trips in the Canadian back country
- Join a community where we believe the best of each other, want the best for each other and hold one another accountable to be our best self
- Create positive change in the world and contribute towards something bigger through your involvement in conservation projects and data collection.
- Experience living in a remote wilderness environment and embrace a self-sufficient lifestyle, where you reconnect with nature and yourself.
Program Impact
Your personal development is the priority of your experience. Here, you will have the opportunity to reach your full potential and achieve your goals. The application process and daily activities are designed to help you gain clarity on your interests, goals, and purpose for your program. Commitment to our Six Principles and contribution to the self-sufficient lifestyle of our community is essential. You will learn wilderness living essentials and contribute to daily ranch chores such as cooking shared meals, maintenance, housekeeping, and caring for animals like horses, chickens, dogs, & cats. This program is a 24/7 commitment to yourself and your goals. When not engaged in conservation activities, you are expected to focus on personal development and community responsibilities. Strictly no smoking, drugs, or alcohol policy ensures a safe and focused environment.
If you take responsibility for your personal development on a daily basis this opportunity is right for you! Inquire today to begin your transformational conservation program.
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Vancouver is one of the biggest cities in Canada, and consistently ranked one of the best place to live. Vancouver is unique in that every neighborhood has a completely different feel and attractions, which draws a variety of people to the city.
You can start your volunteer application through completing our Wilderness Readiness Form. This survey will help you to understand the experiences you will have in the wilderness, introduce you to our community philosophy, help define if this is what you are looking for on your journey, and prepare you physically, mentally and emotionally. We will get back to you once we have reviewed the...