Volunteers

Leslie Roberson 2010

"In Honduras, there’s much more to conservation than passing laws. However, there is reason for optimism that well-planned conservation efforts, can succeed. I partnered with ProTECTOR, one of the few organizations in Honduras that is focusing on coupling scientific research and community development. ProTECTOR is working in a very difficult environment, attempting to combat the decline in turtle populations amidst the wide scale degradation of the entireecosystem. The members of ProTECTOR realize that sea turtles are one part of a complex system. Although I witnessed many discouraging things, I was also introduced to many individuals making remarkable progress. I collaborated with Honduran biologists passionate about saving their country’s natural resources and eager to introduce me to the scientific community in their country."

Lesley Roberson

Haruka Ito 2010

Ken Lindsay 2010

"I really enjoyed meeting you and getting out to El Venado. I realize that dealing with some aspects of culture there can be a challenge, but I also found it very interesting to be part of the process. I hope to be able to join you again in the future, and for a longer time than just a week next time."

Ken Lindsay

Marta Llorca 2010

"I liked being able to help and train people who live there in order to devote their efforts in conservation of species and respect for nature. My days in Honduras have helped me to realize how fragile the natural world can be and how we must strive to cherish, and appreciate it. I encourage everyone that has the opportunity to work on a project like this to participate in the conservation of nature, starting with our inmediate environment."

Marta Llorca

Oliver and Anna Nash 2010


	Oli Nash is the author of the nature adventure book,The Primate Puzzle.

Alejandro Lopez and Marta Llorca 2010

volunteer Marta & Volunteer

Christina Martin 2010

UNAH Students 2010

Students from the National Autonomous University of Honduras (UNAH) worked with the project over several days at Punta Raton to gain research experience. Jose Vindel (center) and Jimmy Valle (far left).

UNAH Volunteer Club 2011


Dorian Arguijo, Carmen Nunez, Melissa Ramirez, Lidia Salinas, Hanna Roque, Samaria Castellanos, Steve Dunbar

Tyler dos Santos 2011

"I've learned a lot on my trip to Honduras with ProTECTOR. While the politics involved behind the conservation were a shock to me, it's good to see a group that is still dedicated to help, even through all the difficulties. I hope my four weeks down here will help make a difference in the project, and we'll be able to see the populations of turtles rise over time. Thank you so much, for the opportunity to help out and learn so much about the biology world."

Tyler dos Santos

Christine Ha 2011

"I was very excited and happy to be in Honduras. I really enjoyed walking the beaches and seeing turtles. For me, being at the Center at Punta Ratón was kind of like camping indoors. The Center was not bad at all, just mosquitoes drove me crazy. I also enjoyed my time at El Venado. The people there were all so talkative and friendly. I felt like I was taken care of very well. I would surely recommend other people to come and volunteer here. I myself am thinking of organizing a group to come to El Venado and Punta Ratón next summer."

Christine Ha

Katelyn Schiller 2011

"My favorite thing was working with the turtles, but I also enjoyed connecting with the community. They were very sweet and kind to us. I felt that us being there encouraged the people from the community and showed them what it's like to have enthusiastic visitors at the centers. They saw our energies and that reminded them of why they are doing what they do. When we touched the eggs and squealed with delight, we hope it energized them. I am thankful to ProTECTOR because they did everything they could to accommodate me."

Katelyn Schiller

Larry Williams Bracho 2011