Pacific Pocket Mouse Supplemental Feedings

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The San Diego Zoo Global Institute for Conservation Research's Pacific Pocket Mouse conservation efforts need some support from local volunteer near the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park where we are supporting a population of PPM.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Putting lettuce and seeds in the supplemental feeding stations once a week at the PPM reintroduction sites.

IMPACT ON CONSERVATION and SDZG: The volunteer position will benefit SDZG's conservation efforts by increasing awareness of the plight of the Pacific pocket mouse, and playing a role in leading the fight against extinction.

INITIAL TRAINING: 2-3 shifts with staff member at the Laguna Beach Wilderness Park site.

TIME COMMITMENT: 3 to 4 hours once per month. Start of shift around 3pm during the winter and around 6pm during the summer.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• In fair shape
• Ability to hike for 30 to 45 minutes into the park and another 30 to 45 minutes out of the park
• Ability to kneel and stand/bend over multiple times
• Constantly moving for 1-1.5 hours during the feedings

CHARACTERISTICS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Have a positive attitude
• Strictly adhere to our San Diego Zoo Global policies & procedures as well as follows Orange County Park rules
• Strong interest in conservation & field work experience
• Able to complete duties independently and very responsible
• Detail oriented & ability to multi-task

If confirmed as a volunteer, applicant must be able to attend a San Diego Zoo Global orientation and complete field safety training.