Volunteer Opportunities

BIRDERS NEEDED!

The Puget Sound Seabird Survey is looking for birders in Skagit County to join this established Community Science program. Volunteers are asked to conduct 7 surveys with a small team of fellow surveyors at specific coastal locations. All surveys are synchronized to take place once per month on the first Saturday, October – April. You will be provided training in the survey technique, and ideally will have good seabird identification skills. However, there are roles on the survey team for birders of all levels.

Now in its 16th season, you’ll be contributing to valuable science that monitors wintering seabirds across Puget Sound and informs important management decisions. This year we started working with the University of Washington on a major research study focusing on seabird distribution and population trends. We’re also planning to collaborate with Birds Canada on a project that will examine the status of seabirds across the entire Salish Sea ecosystem. More information on PSSS can be found on the PSBO website along with a fun Seabird ID quiz. If you’re interested in taking part, please complete this application form or reach out to Program Manager Toby Ross at t_ross@pugetsoundbirds.org.  (not affiliated with or sponsored by Skagit Audubon Society)