Volunteer Project Packing List
Don't forget to take along these important items
Remember to make sure to check with the project first, most will have their own list of recommended items.
- First aid kit
- Lightweight dark colored clothing, preferably long-sleeved and quick drying
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito repellant
- Headlamp (preferably one with a red setting) or flashlight and batteries
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Rain boots or lightweight shoes
- Refillable water bottle
- Alarm clock
- Teva, Crocs, or Keen-type sandals
- Swimsuit
Things to do before leaving:
- Get traveler’s insurance (we recommend World Nomads)
- Check with your doctor about vaccinations
- Make copies of your passport and credit cards and leave in a safe place
- Review our turtle watching guidelines
- Learn the basics about sea turtle biology
Things to do when you get back:
- Join our Facebook page
- Upload photos to our Flickr page
- Contribute to the SEE Turtles blog (email us)
- Follow us on Twitter
- Encourage your friends to see turtles









