Specialty(ies):

Phenology

Purpose:

To study the relationships among the stages of plant growth and animal life, and physical factors or the environment; particularly climate and weather. The knowledge gained will promote better understanding of the timing of natural events.

Subject Area(s):

Mammals
Birds
Amphibians/Reptiles
Invertebrates (mussels, dragonflies, etc.)
Exotics/Invasive Species
Native Plants
Other - Weather

Data Type(s) Collected:

Other - phenology

# of Volunteers:

30

Hours/Volunteer/Year:

2-40

Volunteer Services:

Online training
Volunteer monitor newsletter
Group website
Data analysis and reporting
Regular meetings throughout the year
Staff consultation with individual monitors

Accepting New Volunteers?

Yes