Whale and dolphin field courses 2009: 318 participants from 27 countries

Since 1990 Tethys has been organising whale and dolphin field courses dedicated to those who are willing to contribute to research and conservation campaigns. These courses represent a unique opportunity of observing marine mammals in their natural environment and discover the fascinating world of cetacean research. Participants of all nationalities are involved in activities conducted in the field including whale and dolphin sightings, data collection at sea with advanced methodologies and informal lectures by the Tethys staff.

In 2009, a total of 318 volunteers participated in field work and research activities by Tethys in Italy and Greece.

Volunteers came from 27 different countries:

Australia
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Canada
China
Denmark
Estonia
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Indonesia
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Lithuania
Monaco
New Zealand
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
The Netherlands
Russia
UK
USA.

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For more information:
http://www.tethys.org/tri_courses/courses_index_e.htm