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ORGANIZATION: Holden Arboretum
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The Holden Arboretum began scientifically monitoring bluebird boxes in 1965. Today volunteers monitor and maintain more than 200 nest boxes and keep accurate records of the number of eggs, birds hatched and birds fledged. Holden has seen a dramatic increase in the number of bluebirds as a result of this program. In 1965, only 8 nesting pairs were recorded. Today, we typically host 90 or more nesting pairs which fledge 300-400 young. The highest number of young was recorded in 2016 when 558 bluebirds fledged.
Volunteers monitor the condition of nest boxes, eggs and young of bluebirds and other cavity nesting species in order to contribute to the growth and health of Northeast Ohio’s Eastern Bluebird population (and other native bird species).
Responsibilities:
- Support staff and serve as a positive representative of Holden Forests & Gardens
- Follow supervisor instructions to complete tasks
- Hike trail and check on nest box condition at beginning of season
- Report nest box maintenance needs to appropriate staff
- Monitor nest boxes on your trail once per week
- Identify and document condition of nests
- Document condition of eggs and young in nest
- Document other relevant information (adult activity, etc)
- Discourage non-native species (primarily House Sparrows)
- Record all data in proper format
- Maintain the safety of people, plants, and animals
- Attend trainings, orientations, or clinics as required
- Additional related tasks as needed
- Contribute to conservation of multiple at-risk bird species that depend on human intervention to ensure success.
- Continuation of long-term data collection program that can be used to better understand bird nesting biology in many ways. Data are used by Holden Forests & Gardens, shared with outside researchers, and submitted to Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s global database NestWatch.
- Help maintain HF&G’s state-wide and national status as a leader and important contributor to bird conservation. HF&G has strong connections with Ohio Bluebird Society due to our history of nest box monitoring.
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About Holden Arboretum
Location:
9500 Sperry Road, Kirtland, OH 44094, US
Mission Statement
Holden Arboretum is a campus of Holden Forests & Gardens. Holden Forests & Gardens connects people with the wonder, beauty, and value of trees and plants, to inspire action for healthy communities.
Description
Holden Forests & Gardens is made up of two of Northeast Ohio’s most important environmental and cultural institutions - the Holden Arboretum and Cleveland Botanical Garden - whose mission is to advance and inspire a deeper understanding of plants to enhance life. The 12th largest public garden in the country, Holden Forests & Gardens has more than 22,000 member households and an annual attendance of close to 400,000, for whom we strive to provide inspirational and educational visitor experiences.
Holden Forests & Gardens is making a positive impact in the region through urban greening and forestry initiatives, environmental research, nature-based educational programs, and world-class visitor experiences at its two campuses.
We envision a future in which all communities are transformed into vibrant places where trees, plants, and people thrive.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
9550 Sperry RoadKirtland, OH 44094
DATE POSTED
January 11, 2023
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Approximately 2 hours once per week, March through August/September. Volunteers can choose time of day for monitoring, and shifts can be on weekends.
- Volunteers need to show proof of covid-19 vaccination. New volunteers will need to complete training, both online and in person.