Page 4 - ICORP Volunteers Manual
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“By joining ICORP as a volunteer you will be taking a huge and positive step
                                     towards curbing the threat of species extinction. We are a charity dedicated to
                                     the conservation and protection of wildlife. It would mean a lot to me and my
                                     support group to see you join our tribe and see that you have heard our call.
                                     We cannot lead the fight against poaching without a strong and supportive
                                     base.

                                     We have men and women on the front lines who have left their families and
                                     risk their lives every day while protecting the iconic animals of Africa. By
                                     joining us as a guardian for the future, you will make a direct impact on saving
                                     rhinos, elephants and all wildlife  of Southern Africa.”

                                     Thank you!
                                     Marc McDonald - Founder of ICORP


                                     As a volunteer, you will be working
                                     alongside trained rangers who carry
                                     firearms. The legislation in South Africa   You will live with the CPU in a field base
                                     does not allow non- nationals to operate   in the bush under  austere  conditions
                                     with firearms, therefore, only non- lethal   ( sleeping in a tent, using field latrines,
                                     alternatives are allowed.
                                                                             field kitchen, etc.)
                                     According to your skills, you will assist   All volunteers perform daily base camp
                                     with patrols, follow- ups, arrests, patrol   duties.
                                     configuration and ambush set- up. You
                                     will be thoroughly briefed on these
                                     operational procedures upon arrival.

                                                                             There is limited mobile phone coverage
                                                                             in the area of operation, with roaming
                                                                             possibilities. We can assist you with
                                     The minimum stay is 1 month, , however   procuring a local mobile service sim
                                     to maximize a volunteers contribution   card if required. WhatsApp is used.
                                     to ICORP’ s wildlife protection and CPU
                                     function, a period of 2 - 3 months is   Phones are required to have their
                                     ideal.                                  geotracker turned off!


                                     Some volunteers apply for 6 - 12 month
                                     tours.

                                     * There is a 2 week probation period
                                     within which either party can cancel
                                     their agreement without claims by either
                                     party.
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