-
1 person is interested
Bumblebee Survey Volunteer - Spring Lake Park Reserve
ORGANIZATION: Dakota County
Please visit the new page to apply.
-
1 person is interested
General Description
Pollinators play an important role in our ecosystems. They are vital because they provide many ecosystem services, like pollinating native plants and food crops. There are 23 native bumble bee species in Minnesota. However, some species are in decline due to the destruction of native habitat, which is necessary for foraging and nesting. In order to conserve bumble bees and the habitat they depend on, we need to learn more about our local bees!
The Minnesota Bumblebee Survey has worked to document long-term trends in bumble bee populations and monitor declining species in the Twin Cities Area. Volunteers are always needed to help with this research! This summer at Lebanon Hills Regional Park you’ll learn from bumblebee researchers how to capture bees while they forage on flowers. These bees are then identified by the experts, marked, and released. This is a safe and fun activity for everyone over 5 years old. This data will help us to conserve bumblebees and the habitat they depend on.
Location
Lower Spring Lake Park Reserve
13690 Pine Bend Trail
Rosemount, MN 55068
( Map and driving directions)
Dates/Times
Wednesday, June 26
1:00 - 2:30 PM
Thursday, June 27
1:00 - 2:30 PM
Tuesday, July 16
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Wednesday, July 17
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Wednesday, August 7
1:00 - 2:30 PM
Thursday, August 8
1:00 - 2:30 PM
Friday, August 9 (Raindate)
1:00 - 2:30 PM
Duties & Responsibilities
- Help collect information about our local bumblebee populations
Minimum Qualifications
- Ages 5 and up are welcomed with an adult present
- If you are allergic to bees or insect bites, please sit this one out
- Must be comfortable with working in an outside environment
- If you would like to volunteer as a group (families not included), please contact our Volunteer Coordinator before registering.
Minimum Time Commitment
2 hours
Activity Level
Moderate - To fully participate may require leisurely walking over primarily even surfaces. There may be a limited number of steps, a minimal amount of uneven surfaces, and some standing for extended periods of time. Comfortable shoes recommended.
Contact Information
Garrett Zaffke | Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator
Dakota County Communications
1590 Highway 55| Hastings, MN 55033
Direct: (651) 438-4635 | Fax: (651) 438-4405 | Email: garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us
10 More opportunities with Dakota County
Opportunities
About Dakota County
Location:
1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033, US
Mission Statement
Building stronger communities through empowered volunteers.
Description
Looking to lend a hand? We'd be happy to have you! Our volunteer opportunities run the gamut. Enhance the environment, influence struggling youth, encourage lifelong learning and so much more. The time you commit is in your control. Dive into a daylong event, volunteer in a monthslong program or help us out for years to come. No matter what you choose, you'll be building a better community. So go ahead, pick you passion and start feeling food about giving back.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Spring Lake Park Reserve8395 127th Street EastHastings, MN 55033
DATE POSTED
July 29, 2019
SKILLS
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16