Specialty(ies):

pollinators, birds, mammals, reptiles, dragonflies

Purpose:

Our volunteers help gather data on wildlife and plant species within the Park System to assist in making sure that common species remain common and that rare, threatened, and endangered species are protected. This data also helps our staff plan and prioritize their land management and habitat restoration efforts. Volunteers are trained to use protocols to gather and record data in the field. For some projects, monitors may work independently or with trained personnel.

Subject Area(s):

Rivers/Streams
Lakes/Ponds/Reservoirs
Mammals
Birds
Amphibians/Reptiles
Invertebrates (mussels, dragonflies, etc.)
Exotics/Invasive Species
Native Plants

Data Type(s) Collected:

Population Status
Threats to Populations
Distribution and Range
Habitat Requirements
Habitat Conditions and/or Availability
Habitat Protection
GIS mapping/monitoring
Biological parameters
Physical parameters

Volunteer Services:

Training sessions for new volunteers
Group website
Links to websites of other programs
Email list or list-serve for volunteers
Staff consultation with individual monitors

Accepting New Volunteers?

Yes