Help Protect Otsego County's Streams - Join OCCA's Community Science Volunteer Program
ORGANIZATION: Otsego County Conservation Association
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Otsego County Conservation Association is seeking volunteers to join our Culvert Team, no experience required.
Culvert Team assesses the conditions of stream crossings in the Candarago Lake, Otsego Lake, and Butternut Creek watersheds using protocols developed by the North Atlantic Aquatic Connectivity Collaborative (NAACC). The data collected and shared by OCCA will lead to more rapid repair, replacement, and enhancement of problematic culverts in Otsego County. The data also supports stream health improvements, such as habitat connectivity for species of interest, and climate resiliency.
When / How Culvert Teams Work:
Culvert Teams will conduct assessments between Summer and Fall of 2025. Each small team comprises of Lead Observers (training required) and assistants (no training required). Each team will work with OCCA to create a goal and assessment schedule that fits their availability. There are around 1,300 stream crossings that could be assessed, and we are hoping to collect data on as many as we can!
How to Sign Up:
Register at https://welcome.civicchamps.com/apply/otsego-county-conservation-association/13636, or email volunteer@occainfo.org for more information.
More opportunities with Otsego County Conservation Association
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Otsego County Conservation Association
Location:
101 Main Street, PO Box 931, Cooperstown, NY 13326, US
Mission Statement
OCCA is dedicated to the protection, preservation & enhancement of the natural resources within Otsego County .
Description
Our activities are predicated on the belief that:
the natural environment is inherently valuable
a well-informed public will enjoy & respect our natural heritage
working in partnership with public & private institutions is the best way to achieve our goals
local government should take a leadership role in land-use planning, solid waste management & in enacting & enforcing conservation & land-use laws
regional & long-term perspectives should be considered when judging the possible effects of any alterations in the natural environment.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
13326
DATE POSTED
January 31, 2025
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 17
- Orientation or Training
- You create a goal with OCCA and conduct assessments during the Summer and Fall of 2025.
- A training is required and you must pass a quiz following the training.