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Opportunities to volunteer on CalCOFI Cruises in 2012

  • CalCOFI 1202NH  • 27 Jan - 14 Feb 2012 SIO RV New Horizon
  • CalCOFI 1204SH  • 17 Mar - 10 Apr 2012 NOAA RV Shimada
  • CalCOFI 1207NH • TBA ~Jul - Aug 2012 
  • CalCOFI 1210NH • TBA ~Nov 2012 SIO RV New Horizon

Interested in participating in an oceanographic cruise? CalCOFI cruises are staffed by personnel from the following agencies: National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA), Integrative Oceanography Division at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and California Department of Fish & Game. Volunteers are recruited to help deploy equipment, collect data, and draw and analyze seawater samples. General criteria:

  • sea-worthiness (experience at sea, recreational is acceptable)
  • good health
  • scientific background
  • ability to follow detailed instructions carefully
  • ability to work safely on an oceanographic cruise
  • availability - most cruises are 18 - 20 days; some winter & spring cruises are longer
  • ability to work a 12hr watch (noon to midnight or midnight to noon) for +18 days

Additional information is available in the CalCOFI Handbook. If you are interested in participating, please send a resume and a brief description of your seagoing experience and interests to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at Scripps Institution of Oceanography.

Last Updated on Friday, 27 January 2012 17:49  

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