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In the past Naturalists have participated in
various projects such as counting clapper rails and least terns,
conducting recreational use surveys and taking water samples for
water quality analysis.
One exciting monitoring project that is in the
“design” phase is a long-term project being spearheaded by Peter
Ridley in support of the ROOTS and Second Sundays restoration work.
Monthly wildlife (birds, insects, etc.) surveys will be performed at
select sites to monitor populations over time as degraded/non-native
habitat is replaced with native habitat and the native habitat
matures. If you are interested in being
involved in test surveys to help refine the survey protocols, let
Peter (ridleypa@aol.com
(949) 760-3910) or Roger know. The intent is to start the
official wildlife surveys in the fall. Volunteers will be needed to
perform wildlife ID, to assist by recording data, to help compile
reports from the raw data, and to set up of new survey locations.
Moving forward we would like to do a better job
of matching up researchers needing volunteers to help with such
projects, and volunteers that would love to get involved, if only
they knew about the opportunities. To do that ideally we need a
Field Monitor Matchmaker to keep track of which researchers are
looking for volunteers for what and when, help decide whether we can
support the need based on the type/extent of the commitment, and
update this page on an ongoing basis. Please contact Roger if you
are interested.
Please also contact Roger if you are or know of a researcher who has an upcoming project needing field monitors.
As this concept evolves, check back frequently
for latest project needs.
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