The Environment Agency of Iceland (Umhverfisstofnun) manages 112 protected areas (out of 115) and hosts volunteers from all over the world and works closely with several international organisations. Each summer about 100-150 international volunteers take part in the Environment Agency conservation program. Volunteers complete about 350-400 weeks of conservation work around Iceland every year.

This program is designed for volunteers who want to spend 9 weeks in the wilderness, visiting and doing projects in several protected areas around Iceland, including the highlands. It represents the heart of our activities. The Environment Agency recruits directly the volunteers between January and February each year (See the links below). The placement starts at the beginning of June with a week training program in footpath maintenance and design using stones and timber.

Application deadline is 10th February for the summer conservation program in 2018. Application form in word format is available here!

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