Do you enjoy learning about birds? Do you have skills in data collection and an attention to detail? Are you looking for an opportunity for you and your family to make a difference in YOUR MetroParks on your own time? Volunteers are needed to monitor eastern bluebird boxes throughout the bird nesting season (March – August).
Monitoring eastern bluebird nest boxes helps us track local population trends, understand how bluebird populations are reacting to environmental changes, increases the number of bluebird nesting sites, and it provides us with a great activity to connect with our parks and learn more about wildlife.
DO YOU QUALIFY? This opportunity is reserved for long-term volunteers who have completed their onboarding qualifications and have received an eligible background check (for volunteers 18 and older). Learn more about our volunteer orientation and onboarding here. This opportunity can be great for families, with youth ages 10 and up!
GET STARTED!
Step 1: Complete the Bluebird Monitoring Training
Ready to become a Bluebird Monitor or want to learn more? Click here to complete the virtual Bluebird Monitoring Volunteer Training.
Step 2: RSVP to Attend the Guided Monitoring Session (optional)
Have you completed the virtual Bluebird Monitoring Volunteer Training, but think you would feel better prepared to support this opportunity if you could shadow a knowledgeable staff person while they conduct a Bluebird Monitoring Session? Our Conservation Staff is hosting an optional Guided Bluebird Monitoring Session on Saturday, March 16th from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. If this session is canceled due to inclement weather, it will be rescheduled for Saturday, March 16th. This Guided Monitoring Session is recommended for first-time Bluebird Monitor volunteers; However, experienced monitors are welcomed to RSVP. RSVP is required.
*This Guided Monitoring Session is reserved for volunteers who complete the virtual Bluebird Monitoring Training.
Have questions or need help RSVP-ing? Email Volunteer Coordinator Allie Zimmerman at Allison.Zimmerman@metroparks.org or call #937-274-3176.
