Beecology Field Trips
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Join us in collecting field data on plant-pollinator interactions on our conservation land. While familiarity with native bumblebees, butterflies, and plants is helpful, it’s not required. All you need is a mobile device or digital camera and the ability to upload observations to an app.
Between August 7 and 21, we will visit six conservation properties. Additional dates will be added for September.
Sign up for one or more outings, but please note that we have a limited number of spots per outing. We’ve found that smaller groups have a better experience and are able to collect more data. Meeting and parking arrangements will be emailed to registered volunteers.
Register here.
About the Beecology Community Science Volunteer Program
The Land Trust is seeking to learn more about plant-pollinator interactions on several of our conservation properties. We are observing and identifying bumblebees, butterflies, and other insects, as well as the surrounding flora. This data will contribute to a broader scientific understanding of pollination systems, especially in Massachusetts and New England that is researched by Dr. Robert Gegear and his team at the Gegear Lab at UMass Dartmouth.
Participate as a community scientist volunteer and help digitally record plant-pollinator interactions on Land Trust properties.
View the position description here. Email info@concordland.org if you are interested.
Program highlights include:
>> Learn to identify native bumblebees, butterflies, and local flora.
>> Develop expertise in recording observations using the Beecology Web App and iNaturalist.
>> Contribute valuable ecological information to support the Land Trust’s land management practices.
>> Support scientists in their research and the development of conservation strategies.
>> Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for conservation and biodiversity!
