Are you interested bird migration and contributing to “citizen science” by observing and banding migrating birds? If so, please consider applying to volunteer at the Cabot Head Research Station on the Bruce Peninsula in Ontario. The Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory (BPBO) is seeking volunteers to assist the Station Scientist in spring (April 15 - June 12) and in fall (August 15 - October 31). Experience in field ornithology or banding is preferred but not essential.
Housed on site in a well-furnished cottage (internet available), volunteers participate in all aspects of the Observatory’s activities. The days start early – mist nets are opened 30 minutes before sunrise. During 6 hours, the 15 mist nets are checked every 30 minutes and captured birds are extracted and brought back to the laboratory where they are banded, processed, and released. Observations of birds on-site takes place between net checks and during a formal census. After the monitoring period each day, data are compiled.
Most of the day’s work is over by early afternoon, meaning you have time to explore the spectacular Bruce Peninsula (National Park, Georgian Bay, UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Dark Sky Community…). Volunteers who stay at least 3 weeks may receive $8/day toward their food. Accommodation is provided for all volunteers free of charge, in shared bedrooms.
For more information, visit our website at
http://www.bpbo.ca/volunteer.html and apply for a volunteer position, or contact Dr. Stéphane Menu, the Station Scientist at [email:2pbmf49s]stefmenu@gmail.com[/email:2pbmf49s] or Ted Cheskey, BPBO’s President, at [email:2pbmf49s]echeskey@sympatico.ca[/email:2pbmf49s].
Over the years, we've had volunteers from many different countries - who knows what new friends you will make! Positions are filling up fast for this unique opportunity!
