Monitoring programs vary across the Reef. Many people are familiar with one or two programs but lack knowledge, understanding and opportunities in others. The Citizen Science and Reef Leadership Workshop is an educational and inspiring opportunity enabling enthusiastic and passionate individuals to participate in multiple monitoring programs in the Great Barrier Reef. The workshop will enhance your ability to participate in citizen science programs including Reef Check Australia, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authorities Eye on the Reef program and the University of Queensland’s Coralwatch program. You will also have an opportunity to connect with yourself and the Reef at the beautiful Orpheus Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef as part of Reef Ecologic’s Integrated Coral Reef Citizen Science Program, funded by the partnership between the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation.

Aims of this workshop:

Sharing knowledge of different survey methods and techniques

Participate in a range of citizen science programs

Have fun and enjoy the amazing environment and facilities of Orpheus Island

Communications and collaboration about reef health

Assist us with conducting surveys of the reefs around the Palm Islands (Orpheus, Pelorus, Fantome)

Cost and inclusions

● Cost: $812 (Includes booking fee, GST and $25 carbon offset, food, tuition) $712 for RCA Ambassadors, $612 for certified RCA surveyors.

● Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation at a research station on the Great Barrier Reef (share accom, communal bathroom facilities). transfers (to/from Lucinda), meals (B(2), L(3), D(2), workshop materials.

● Required: Snorkel equipment including exposure protection (stinger suit or wetsuit).

● BYO: towel and drinks

● Max participants: 20

● Other information: Please contact us if you need assistance in arranging transport to/from Lucinda. We may be able to assist in facilitating car share opportunities to minimise the amount of people driving to Lucinda.

For more information see: https://reefecologic.org/proje...