The bear project we are volunteering for is called Proyecto Oso Andino - Protect the Andean Bear. Our job is to set foot traps that send out a radio signal when the bears stumble into them, so we can track them. We havent seen any bears yet but everyone is optimistic we will catch one soon as the corn is ripening. we have three traps out in various corn fields that we are monitoring. Last night Stacey dreamt that we saw two bears, so we're hopeful! So far we feel a bit useless compared to the super fit guides but it gets better each day. The fact that the guides are with us each day taking us out on the walks and setting the traps is what makes it all worth it. They are lovely and very patient, and INCREDIBLY fit. Actually, it feels like they are constantly waiting for us. They are practically running up the mountains and we seem to be collapsing behind them in a sweaty gasping heap. The altitude here really does make everything harder.
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