Selawik NWR Refuge: Spring Birding in Kotzebue and Selawik

Project NameSpring Birding in Kotzebue and Selawik
Project Number238
LocationKotzebue and Selawik
DatesMay 17-25, 2012
Duration1 week or longer
Number of Volunteers Needed1 FILLED
DescriptionVolunteer will assist in leading community bird walks in Kotzebue in cooperation with Selawik Refuge and National Park Service staff. This is the 5th year of this project. The outings typically last two hours, and are attended by 5-25 people. Staff advertise, organize, and arrange transportation for the outings. The volunteer helps to spot and identify birds and assists in educating participants about birds and birding.
Skills NeededThe volunteer must be able to identify common birds of northwest Alaska; enjoy working with the public, including children; be comfortable in chilly, damp, and/or snowy arctic conditions; and be flexible, resilient, and culturally-sensitive.
Education TopicsBirds and Birding
Audience AgeAll ages
Materials Neededbinoculars and spotting scope helpful
Other Outreach OpportunitiesInform community about the Friends organization and Alaska's Refuges
ContactBetty Siegel 760-553-4898 betty.siegel@alaska.net