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It’s been 30 years since the last region-wide surveys – National Audubon Society, in partnership with Point Blue Conservation Science, The US Fish & Wildlife Service, and state agency partners, needs volunteers to help in 11 Western States. Please consider joining a network of biologists and volunteers advancing shorebird conservation across the Pacific Flyway!

April 24th-30th, 2023 – Volunteers Needed to Survey for Migratory Shorebirds – Please consider joining the effort!

Volunteers should:

• Have the ability to identify all shorebird species that are commonly observed in the Pacific Flyway or be willing to record survey data or provide transportation.
• Bring their own optics (binoculars and/or spotting scope) or be associated with a team whose primary observer has optics.
• Consider transportation to the site and request assistance if needed.
• Be willing to follow a written protocol and enter survey data online or on a smart device.
• Have enthusiasm for the conservation of migratory shorebirds!

Time Commitment: 1-3 days each migration season, 2023-2025

• Training: Before your survey, become familiar with the survey protocol and datasheet by taking 1-2 hours to attend a virtual
  training session or watch online training videos.
• Scouting: Visit the site before your survey to become familiar with your site, make sure you know your survey route, including important access and viewing points, and estimate the time needed to complete the survey.
• Survey: 1 day each season and data entry.

Interested in Volunteering for Shorebirds?
Please contact for more information:
Max Malmquist
National Audubon Society’s Saline Lakes Program
Email: Max.malmquist@audubon.org
Phone: 801-554-8574
Mileage reimbursement is available on a case-by-case basis