April is volunteer month at Weminuche Audubon and two of our ongoing projects are looking for help.  At this month’s meeting , Herb Grover will discuss the findings of the citizen science, forest bird monitoring project volunteers from our chapter have been conducting. Over 60 volunteers have contributed to this study over the past 5 years, so we can definitely say that citizen science is indeed alive and well in Pagosa country. With sites at Turkey Springs, Fawn Gulch, and Jackson Mountain, our project has revealed a very diverse bird community with more than 85 bird species accounted for thus far. Interestingly, about half of those species remain here over the winter months, with about half migrating to Central and South America. Along with the migratory patterns of the bird species we share the forest with, Herb will also discuss population trends, feeding behaviors, and nesting habits of our feathered friends. With the expectation of continuing this project into the coming years, we hope you will consider joining our team.

Also looking for volunteers to conduct Riverwalk tours is Pagosa Wetland Partners.  Josh Pike will be at our meeting to invite you to join their naturalist training program where you will learn how to inspire an appreciation for the magical wetland areas bordering the Riverwalk.  Motivation for the guides is the knowledge that people will protect what they love.

So come join us on Wednesday, April 17th at the Community United Methodist Church on Lewis St.  We will gather at 6 PM for socializing, with the meeting starting at 6:30 pm.  Please enter through the side door off the parking lot or let us know to open the main door for handicap entry.  In appreciation for our meeting space, we welcome donations of non-perishable food for the church food bank. If you can’t join us in person, use this link to join us on Zoom: 

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