The
LSLBO relies on volunteer assistance for the research programs and
many other administrative and operational services. You do not have
to be an expert birder to become a volunteer. If you have a passion
for birds, wilderness, and wish to see some of the most sought after
bird species in North America, we'd like to hear from you. There
are 2 categories of volunteers:
1. Long-term Volunteers
You may be an experienced birder that requires little or no
training, or you may have other talents. There are opportunities
for Long Term Volunteers (LTV) to assist in any Research program
area. A LTV could do fieldwork or work strictly in cyberspace. The
list is endless of possible tasks including picking birds, banding,
data entry, maintenance, carpentry, trail work, desktop publishing,
graphic design, business management, non-profit law, etc..
If your heart is set on fieldwork, LTV must register with the Volunteer
Coordinator at least four weeks in advance.
2. Short-term Volunteers
Short-term Volunteers (STV) stay for a week or two. Weekend
and other volunteers are also welcome. Some short-term volunteers
are highly qualified birders and/or banders, while many just want
to learn more about identification, banding or another LSLBO activities.
Even a complete novice can be very useful (e.g. as a "scribe" for
the banders). Assistance is by no means restricted to matters ornithological.
Help with facility maintenance, clerical work, artwork, etc. is
most welcome. A nearby campground in Lesser Slave Lake Provincial
Park is available.
Volunteers are expected to do their share to maintain and improve
the facilities. A detailed Operations Manuals is available and must
be read thoroughly on arrival, particularly those sections dealing
with general operations and safety.
All volunteers now require a vulnerability check. This can be obtained for your local RCMP office. For more information, please call the office of the LSLBO at 780-849-7117.The LSLBO will not pay for the check.
Volunteer Registration
Space is limited. All volunteers must register with the Volunteer
Coordinator prior to their arrival. Please e-mail the Volunteer
Coordinator at volunteers@lslbo.org for more information.
