Citizen Science Project - Help combat an invasive species
ORGANIZATION: San Diego Natural History Museum
Please visit the new page to apply.
Registration open now! Contact steffani@sandiegoriver.org to get involved.
Help combat invasive species
They may be small, but Shot Hole Borer beetles are doing big damage in San Diego. These pests threaten our fragile river woodlands. They infest willows and sycamores, leaving dead, broken trunks in their wake. The Nat and the San Diego River Park Foundation are teaming up to monitor invasive Shot Hole Borer beetle presence in the San Diego River Watershed and we need your help.
What will you do?
You will set-up, check, and retrieve insect traps. We will provide training. The only experience needed, is comfort exploring the great outdoors-no background in science necessary.
Three day commitment required:
- Aug 25 from 9am-2pm, training and trap deployment
- Sep 22 mid-point tap check
- Oct 20 collect traps, transport to The NAT, and peak at what you found under a microscope
Questions? Read the FAQ .
Contact Steffani Clark-Jijon with the San Diego River Park Foundation to register.
Registration ends August 23 at noon, or until capacity is reached, whichever comes first.
Together we can make a difference!
More opportunities with San Diego Natural History Museum
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About San Diego Natural History Museum
Location:
1788 El Prado, P.O. Box 121390, Zip for P.O. Box is 92112-1390, San Diego, CA 92101, US
Mission Statement
To interpret the natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity of southern California and the peninsula of Baja California; and to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment.
Description
Museum focused on flora, fauna, and geology of southern California and Baja California
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1788 El PradoSan Diego, CA 92101
DATE POSTED
August 17, 2018
SKILLS
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Policy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 12 hours over 3 different dates - August 25, Septe
- Need to be able to navigate in the woods