Summer 2025: Lead the Way in Sea Turtle Conservation and become a Field Leader with ARCHELON!
For over 40 years now, ARCHELON operates 7 Sea Turtle Conservation Projects on the main nesting beaches in Greece every summer. Run by volunteers from around the world, the Projects involve monitoring and protecting the reproduction of loggerhead sea turtles and raising public awareness about nesting beaches.
Field Leaders are experienced and skilled individuals that are selected to lead different activities on each Project. Field Leaders undertake tasks and responsibilities that ensure the high quality of work done by the other volunteers.
“ARCHELON is an incredible organization and everyone who has participated should be incredibly proud of themselves for all the commitment and hard work! It’s my favorite place in the world and I can’t wait to go back next year!”, comments a Field Leader from last summer. “I really enjoyed my time as a volunteer Field Leader in ARCHELON and I am really looking forward to come back in the future!”, says another.
A limited number of experienced and capable volunteers are selected each year for the positions of Field Leaders on the ARCHELON projects. Applications and short CVs for 2025 are now accepted!
Why join our team?
- Make an impact: Lead, support and engage an international team of volunteers with a shared mission to protect loggerhead sea turtle nests and hatchlings. Get deeply involved in the Project and see your work pay off!
- Build a strong community: Live and work alongside other volunteers and experience a multicultural environment amidst the Greek coastal scenery. Be helpful, pass on your knowledge and see your team evolve!
- Strengthen your skills: Gain a higher level of experience in conservation projects and enhance your communication and leadership skills. Take initiative, develop your problem-solving skills, challenge yourself to be in charge!
- Gain hands-on experience: Receive comprehensive guidance and training in 40+ year running projects. Take on real responsibilities and be in the forefront of conservation!
Field Leaders do not receive a salary, but they are provided with:
- Extensive training.
- Camping accommodation at ARCHELON’s Research Stations.
- Basic food expenses.
- Basic insurance against accidents.
- Candidates with previous experience as Field Leaders in ARCHELON’s or other relevant projects will be eligible for additional benefits.
Read more and apply until January 30th.
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- OUR NEWS01/07/2025
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- OUR NEWS23/06/2025
Enjoy the Beaches Responsibly: Together We Protect the Sea Turtles of Kyparissia Bay!
So far, more than 2,000 nests have been recorded in the area. In order to best manage the protected beaches, we have adapted our field work protocols.
- OUR NEWS16/06/2025
World Sea Turtle Day: We can all live together!
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- OUR NEWS10/06/2025
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- OUR NEWS08/06/2025
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- OUR NEWS06/06/2025
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- OUR NEWS05/06/2025
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- OUR NEWS02/06/2025
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ARCHELON volunteers have just located the first sea turtle nests of the season on the beaches of Rethymno, Messara, and Chania. Now the challenge to prove that tourism destinations on Crete can make a significant move towards sustainability is on again.
- OUR NEWS29/05/2025
Amvrakikos Project 2025: Special Call for a Field Leader
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- OUR NEWS22/05/2025
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- OUR NEWS16/05/2025
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- OUR NEWS15/05/2025
Kyparissia Bay: Balancing Nature and Tourism
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- OUR NEWS07/05/2025
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- OUR NEWS24/04/2025
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If you’re 50 or older and ready to dive into a unique conservation experience, we warmly invite you to join us. Help protect sea turtles, meet like-minded people, and discover the natural beauty of Greece with ARCHELON by your side.