If you are interested in a fun VH opportunity, there are a couple of Earth Day events coming up that PVMN have been involved in, in past years. One is the ArtBerkeley Festival at War Memorial Park on April 16 from 10-4 p.m.
The other is the Earth Day Festival at Morgan Grove Park in Shepherdstown, April 23 from 12 noon-8 p.m.
In the past, we have had children’s activities, but we can do just a Master Naturalist contact booth as well. If you are interested, you can let me know and I can make sure you have access to the displays.
Those who are interested would be responsible for set up, manning the booth/activity, and taking stuff down. You could certainly share duties and time commitments. We would put all in touch with those who volunteer.
Earth Day Volunteer Opportunity
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
- By Stephanie
Labels:
Volunteer Opportunities
Peter Burr Farm Volunteer Opportunity
Thursday, February 17, 2011
- By Stephanie
Labels:
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers needed for PVAS MN Burr Farm projects
Kickoff Date: February 26, 2011 at 10 AM
Contact: Nan Johnson, gabbyvanv@frontier.com
Location: Burr Farm, Kearneysville off Rt 9, Edmond Rd to Peter Burr Street (near Shamrock Lighting)
MN help is requested to assist at Burr Farm. Volunteers are needed to:
Conduct a plant species inventory
Identify invasive species
Remove invasive species
Develop a plan to introduce native species to be added over time to increase plant diversity
Remove some old fencing and piles of debris
Construct wire fence along Warm Springs Rd
Developing a plan and creating a nature trail
Please let Nan Johnson know if you are interested in volunteering for any of these projects at Burr Farm
Background: PVAS was approached by Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commission to assist with improvements at Peter Burr Farm in Bardane. The group is interested in developing a nature trail on the property that highlights its natural features which include wetland, grassland, and others. PVAS has been invited to hold a summer camp on the property this summer as well as host bird walks and other nature oriented activities.
Burr Farm history: http://jeffersoncountyhlc.org/peterburrhouse.html
Kickoff Date: February 26, 2011 at 10 AM
Contact: Nan Johnson, gabbyvanv@frontier.com
Location: Burr Farm, Kearneysville off Rt 9, Edmond Rd to Peter Burr Street (near Shamrock Lighting)
MN help is requested to assist at Burr Farm. Volunteers are needed to:
Conduct a plant species inventory
Identify invasive species
Remove invasive species
Develop a plan to introduce native species to be added over time to increase plant diversity
Remove some old fencing and piles of debris
Construct wire fence along Warm Springs Rd
Developing a plan and creating a nature trail
Please let Nan Johnson know if you are interested in volunteering for any of these projects at Burr Farm
Background: PVAS was approached by Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commission to assist with improvements at Peter Burr Farm in Bardane. The group is interested in developing a nature trail on the property that highlights its natural features which include wetland, grassland, and others. PVAS has been invited to hold a summer camp on the property this summer as well as host bird walks and other nature oriented activities.
Burr Farm history: http://jeffersoncountyhlc.org/peterburrhouse.html
Become a Project Wild Facilitator
- By Stephanie
Labels:
Local Events
,
Volunteer Opportunities
If any of you are interested in becoming Project Wild facilitators (where you present the training to others), there is information about a free training below.
On behalf of the WV Wildlife Resources Section, I’d like to invite you to become a part of the Project WILD family. As the new state Project WILD Coordinator, I am recruiting and training a core of Project WILD facilitators from around the state to help lead workshops in their local area. This is a great opportunity for you to share your enthusiasm for learning about wildlife. The fun facilitator training is free and includes an overnight stay at Jackson’s Mill, complete with lodging and meals. The dates for the training are May 21-22, 2011. It will begin with dinner on Saturday and end after lunch on Sunday. You would need to provide transportation to and from Jackson’s Mill, located eight miles off I-79 near Weston.
You have been invited because of your interest in teaching people about wildlife. The workshop will consist of training in facilitator skills, review of the curriculum materials, and conducting hands-on activities. We will be working mostly with original Project WILD K-12 and Growing Up WILD for ages 3-7 this year. If it has been a while since you worked with the project WILD family, check out: www.projectwild.org and www.projectwild.org/GrowingUpWILD.htm . As a facilitator, you will be expected to lead one workshop a year (or more if you would like). This is a very flexible volunteer opportunity, so you can volunteer when it works best for you.
I need to confirm my tentative reservations soon, so I’m asking you to consider the invitation and call or email me within the next two weeks. I look forward to hearing from you and hope you decide to be a part of the West Virginia WILD family.
Karen McClure
WVDNR Wildlife Resources
4300 First Avenue, Suite 100
Nitro, WV 25143
Voice: 304-759-070
Fax: 304-759-0705
On behalf of the WV Wildlife Resources Section, I’d like to invite you to become a part of the Project WILD family. As the new state Project WILD Coordinator, I am recruiting and training a core of Project WILD facilitators from around the state to help lead workshops in their local area. This is a great opportunity for you to share your enthusiasm for learning about wildlife. The fun facilitator training is free and includes an overnight stay at Jackson’s Mill, complete with lodging and meals. The dates for the training are May 21-22, 2011. It will begin with dinner on Saturday and end after lunch on Sunday. You would need to provide transportation to and from Jackson’s Mill, located eight miles off I-79 near Weston.
You have been invited because of your interest in teaching people about wildlife. The workshop will consist of training in facilitator skills, review of the curriculum materials, and conducting hands-on activities. We will be working mostly with original Project WILD K-12 and Growing Up WILD for ages 3-7 this year. If it has been a while since you worked with the project WILD family, check out: www.projectwild.org and www.projectwild.org/GrowingUpWILD.htm . As a facilitator, you will be expected to lead one workshop a year (or more if you would like). This is a very flexible volunteer opportunity, so you can volunteer when it works best for you.
I need to confirm my tentative reservations soon, so I’m asking you to consider the invitation and call or email me within the next two weeks. I look forward to hearing from you and hope you decide to be a part of the West Virginia WILD family.
Karen McClure
WVDNR Wildlife Resources
4300 First Avenue, Suite 100
Nitro, WV 25143
Voice: 304-759-070
Fax: 304-759-0705
WV Environmental Education Association Conference
Friday, February 11, 2011
- By Stephanie
Labels:
Local Events
If you have not been to the WV Environmental Education Association Conference, you should think about it! Visit http://www.wveea.org/ for complete information. In particular, you may want to note that both Flying Wild and Growing Up Wild seminars will be offered. Each of these is 6 hours of class time and neither of them is in the immediate future for PVMN to offer. (Other sessions, while shorter, also count for recertification hours.) In addition, Wanda Miller will be presenting the graphic results of our “Body Farm” at Yankauer during last summer’s camp. Several other MN from our chapter will be going and if you are looking for a ride, let us know. We might be able to connect you with someone.
Stay tuned for information on PVMN’s participation in the Great Garlic Mustard Eradication Challenge, coming to Yankauer this spring!!
Ellen and Wanda
Stay tuned for information on PVMN’s participation in the Great Garlic Mustard Eradication Challenge, coming to Yankauer this spring!!
Ellen and Wanda
Leave No Trace Training for MN credits
Thursday, February 3, 2011
- By Stephanie
Labels:
2011 Schedule
,
Electives
As promised, Leave No Trace Training will be offered through Jefferson County Adult Education this spring. The class date is March 22 with the overnight to be announced at that time. Clark Dixon will be leading the session.
To register, go to the Jefferson County school website for Adult and Community Ed. On the left margin there are links to the Winter Catalog. That will bring up the entire booklet. The training is listed on page 11. There is a registration form in the booklet.
You can also find the booklet around the Jefferson County area, particularly in the schools.
If you have any questions about this course, email Clark Dixonconsultants@aol.com
To register, go to the Jefferson County school website for Adult and Community Ed. On the left margin there are links to the Winter Catalog. That will bring up the entire booklet. The training is listed on page 11. There is a registration form in the booklet.
You can also find the booklet around the Jefferson County area, particularly in the schools.
If you have any questions about this course, email Clark Dixonconsultants@aol.com
Become a Project Learning Tree Facilitator
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
- By Stephanie
Labels:
Local Events
,
Volunteer Opportunities
Feb. 15-16, 2011 - Weyerhaeuser OSB Plant, near
Flatwoods, WV
The WV Project Learning Tree (PLT) Committee is holding a training
session for anyone wanting to learn more about the PLT program and how
to teach others how to utilize PLT activities. The PLT Program is an
environmental education program designed for teachers and others
working with students in pre-K through 12th grade. PLT has been using the
forest as a “window” into our natural environment to help students gain a
better understanding and appreciation for our natural resources for more
than 30 years.
Workshop Goals:
Learn to use 100+ of PLT’s interdisciplinary activities
Participate in hands-on PLT activities, both indoors and out!
Receive PLT Activity Guides free of charge!
The training will begin at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, February 15th and conclude by
5:00 pm. Wednesday’s schedule begins at 8:00 am and will conclude by
5:00 pm. Lunch and snacks will be provided both days.
PLT Facilitator Training
Feb. 15-16, 2011 - Weyerhaeuser OSB Plant, near Flatwoods, WV
Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________________________________State:_______ Zip:___________
Phone: __________________________ Email: ____________________________________
There is no charge to attend! All participants must pre-register!
Space is limited!
Continuing Forestry Education credits (CFE’s) will be awarded.
Return form to: WV PLT, c/o WVFA, PO Box 718, Ripley, WV 25271
Questions? Call toll-free: 888-372-9663
Rusty Blackbird Blitz Volunteer Opportunity
Thursday, January 27, 2011
- By Stephanie
Labels:
Volunteer Opportunities
Take Part in the Rusty Blackbird Blitz
Volunteers needed to map this rapidly declining species
January 29 thru February 13th, 2011
Where are the Rusty Blackbirds? The North American population of this species has plunged an estimated 85 to 99 percent over the past 40 years. To help pinpoint where the remaining birds can be found, volunteers are needed for the third annual Rusty Blackbird Blitz taking place January 29 through February 13. This is when Rusty Blackbirds become easier to find and the population is relatively sedentary. Volunteers can report the presence or absence of Rusty Blackbirds at http://www.ebird.org/. Data gathered during the blitz will be used to create a map of wintering Rusty Blackbird "hot spots" and will help focus research, monitoring, and conservation efforts.
The eBird program is led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society. The blitz is coordinated by the International Rusty Blackbird Technical Working Group at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center along with the Cornell Lab and Audubon.
"Blackbirds have been in the news a lot lately due to the mysterious death of roughly 5,000 birds in Arkansas," said eBird leader Brian Sullivan. "Although Rusty Blackbirds were not directly involved in that incident, they face even greater challenges including loss of vital bottomland forest wintering habitat across the Southeast that has led to a severe decline in the species’ numbers. The 'Blitz' will help scientists learn more about the habitat requirements and basic biology of this enigmatic species."
"Blitzers" will report the number of birds present at each location they visit, along with very basic habitat information. One hallmark of the Rusty Blackbird is its pale "staring" eyes. In late January and early February, males will appear mostly black and females will have rusty edges on their wings and body. The Rusty Blackbird spends its winters in bottomland wooded-wetlands, primarily in American midwestern and southeastern states.
For more information on identifying Rusty Blackbirds and where they might be found, visit the eBird website and the International Rusty Blackbird Technical Working Group site.
Volunteers needed to map this rapidly declining species
January 29 thru February 13th, 2011
Where are the Rusty Blackbirds? The North American population of this species has plunged an estimated 85 to 99 percent over the past 40 years. To help pinpoint where the remaining birds can be found, volunteers are needed for the third annual Rusty Blackbird Blitz taking place January 29 through February 13. This is when Rusty Blackbirds become easier to find and the population is relatively sedentary. Volunteers can report the presence or absence of Rusty Blackbirds at http://www.ebird.org/. Data gathered during the blitz will be used to create a map of wintering Rusty Blackbird "hot spots" and will help focus research, monitoring, and conservation efforts.
The eBird program is led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society. The blitz is coordinated by the International Rusty Blackbird Technical Working Group at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center along with the Cornell Lab and Audubon.
"Blackbirds have been in the news a lot lately due to the mysterious death of roughly 5,000 birds in Arkansas," said eBird leader Brian Sullivan. "Although Rusty Blackbirds were not directly involved in that incident, they face even greater challenges including loss of vital bottomland forest wintering habitat across the Southeast that has led to a severe decline in the species’ numbers. The 'Blitz' will help scientists learn more about the habitat requirements and basic biology of this enigmatic species."
"Blitzers" will report the number of birds present at each location they visit, along with very basic habitat information. One hallmark of the Rusty Blackbird is its pale "staring" eyes. In late January and early February, males will appear mostly black and females will have rusty edges on their wings and body. The Rusty Blackbird spends its winters in bottomland wooded-wetlands, primarily in American midwestern and southeastern states.
For more information on identifying Rusty Blackbirds and where they might be found, visit the eBird website and the International Rusty Blackbird Technical Working Group site.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
