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Beached Bird Training
April 13 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Become a Citizen Scientist with COASST: Marine Bird Survey Training in Florence
Dive into the world of marine conservation with the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in Florence, Oregon. COASST is inviting community members to a comprehensive training session aimed at equipping volunteers with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to vital environmental research.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024
Location: Port of Siuslaw, Florence, Oregon
Registration: Call 206-221-6893 or email coasst@uw.edu
Make a Difference for Marine Life:
Join COASST and become part of a dedicated team of citizen scientists monitoring the health of our marine environments. By participating, you’ll contribute to collecting important data on beach-cast carcasses of marine birds. This information helps establish baseline patterns of beached bird mortality along the North Pacific coastlines, providing crucial insights for conservation efforts.
Interactive Training Experience:
Hands-On Workshop: Engage in an interactive session where you’ll get familiar with the custom COASST field guide, Beached Birds.
Skill Development: Practice your identification skills with real-world examples of seabird species common to the North Pacific.
Environmental Stewardship: Learn how to monitor changes in the marine environment and contribute to the protection and preservation of local marine resources.
Why Participate?
Being a COASST volunteer is not just about collecting data; it’s about actively participating in the stewardship of our planet’s marine ecosystems. This training session offers a unique opportunity to gain scientific skills, meet like-minded individuals, and make a tangible impact on environmental conservation.
Reserve Your Spot Now:
Spaces for this invaluable training session are limited. To secure your place and contribute to a meaningful cause, contact COASST today at 206-221-6893 or via email at coasst@uw.edu. For more details about the program and its impacts, visit coasst.org.
Embark on a journey of discovery and conservation with COASST and help safeguard the marine life of the North Pacific. Your journey as a citizen scientist begins here!