Connect with Nature is now open to changemakers of all ages!

Are you a Teacher?

Are you a Teacher?

Introduce your students to the world of green careers. Start with a conservation Field Trip or guide them towards exciting work experiences.

Are you a Community Leader?

Are you a Community Leader?

Take matters into your own hands – and lead your community to act for nature. This is where your journey begins.

Are you a Nature Lover?

Are you a Nature Lover?

Love the outdoors? So do we. Take part in conservation activities that make a real difference – for nature and for you.

Experience the UAE’s wild side

Explore the UAE’s diverse wadis, deserts, wetlands, and coastal lagoons through immersive conservation field trips. Learn about local ecosystems, collect scientific data, and help safeguard the UAE’s natural heritage.

Our Events
Turtle Patrol Orientation Session

Turtle Patrol Orientation Session

MAR 1 2026

03:00 AM - 05:00 AM

Abu Dhabi

As we prepare to welcome the 2026 turtle nesting season, we invite you to join our Turtle Patrol Orientation Session! This session is designed to equip new and returning volunteers with the knowledge and skills needed to responsibly monitor our beaches during nesting season. Participants will learn how to identify turtle tracks, distinguish between species, locate and assess potential nest sites, and understand the correct protocols for reporting and protecting nests. We will also cover patrol guidelines, data collection procedures, health and safety considerations, and the critical role citizen scientists play in supporting marine conservation efforts in the UAE. Whether you are new to turtle patrols or looking for a refresher, this orientation will ensure you are fully prepared to contribute meaningfully and responsibly throughout the season.   Join us in safeguarding our nesting beaches and protecting marine life for generations to come. 🐢

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Turtle Patrol Orientation Session

Turtle Patrol Orientation Session

MAR 7 2026

03:00 AM - 05:00 AM

Abu Dhabi

As we prepare to welcome the 2026 turtle nesting season, we invite you to join our Turtle Patrol Orientation Session! This session is designed to equip new and returning volunteers with the knowledge and skills needed to responsibly monitor our beaches during nesting season. Participants will learn how to identify turtle tracks, distinguish between species, locate and assess potential nest sites, and understand the correct protocols for reporting and protecting nests. We will also cover patrol guidelines, data collection procedures, health and safety considerations, and the critical role citizen scientists play in supporting marine conservation efforts in the UAE. Whether you are new to turtle patrols or looking for a refresher, this orientation will ensure you are fully prepared to contribute meaningfully and responsibly throughout the season.   Join us in safeguarding our nesting beaches and protecting marine life for generations to come. 🐢

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Five years of impact – and counting

Together, we are driving a powerful movement for nature.

Founding partners

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) logo
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) logo

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) safeguards Abu Dhabi’s natural resources for a sustainable future. It is the largest environmental regulator in the Middle East, continuing the strong legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

Emirates Nature – WWF logo
Emirates Nature – WWF logo

Environmental NGO Emirates Nature-WWF was established 25 years ago to safeguard the UAE’s natural heritage. We bring together and mobilize all stakeholders – from government and business to civil society – harnessing the power of collective action.

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