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Upcoming expeditions


Head off with a group of like-minded travellers on one of these unforgettable
experiences and you’ll also be contributing vital funds to the AGS.

A once-in-a-lifetime adventure awaits on this expedition from
Manila to Darwin. Explore the Philippines, Indonesia and
Borneo. Discover the unique ecosystem of Puerto Princesa,
encounter Borneo orangutans and be intrigued by a fascinating
overnight stay in Torajaland. On board, enjoy an all-inclusive
lifestyle and the services of an expert expedition team.

WHO: APT Small Ship Expedition Cruise
COST: From $11,995pp WHEN: June 2016 (17 days)
BOOKINGS: 1300 278 278 or http://www.aptouring.com.au/southeastasia

SOUTHEAST ASIA ADVENTURE

DATE:
16 June
2016

Join the AG Society expedition to Heron Island in November
2015 and witness the spectacle of nesting turtles. Heron Island
is famous for its spectacular coral reef and you’ll learn about the
crucial conservation efforts being made to protect green and
loggerhead turtles, and assist with monitoring the health of the
surrounding reef. With plenty of tours and guided bird walks,
nature is at your fi ngertips.


WHO: Heron Island Resort COST: From $2060pp
BOOKINGS:1300 731 198 or go to http://www.heronisland.com


HERON ISLAND RESORT

DATE:
12–16
November
2015

W


E RETURN for a third
season of fi eld work with
University of Tasmania
scientists Dr Menna Jones (former
AGS Conservationist of the Year)
and Professor Chris Johnson.
The Arthur River is one of the
last areas still untouched by devil
facial tumour disease (DFTD), and
Menna’s study aims to detail the
changes that occur as the disease
moves through. Volunteers will
assist with fi eld work including
trapping, species counts and
vegetation surveys, and enjoy
visits to the nearby wild coastline.

AG SOCIETY SCIENTIFIC EXPEDITION


TASMANIAN DEVILS SURVEY


Join us in the Arthur R iver region of north-western Tasmania.


WHEN: 5–12 March 2016 WHO: Curious Traveller
COST: $3630pp (twin share); AGS members $3300; return volunteers $3080
BOOKINGS: For more info and to reserve a place call 03 6234 4918, visit
http://www.curioustraveller.com.au or email: [email protected].
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