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Training for Beach Surveys
August 20, 2016 @ 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Beachwalkers Wanted!
Help make a difference for the environment by collecting data for the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST). COASST is a citizen science project dedicated to involving volunteers in the collection of high quality data. Our goal is to assist government agencies and other organizations in making informed management and conservation decisions, and to promote proactive citizen involvement and action. COASST Marine Debris participants survey local beaches and collect data on the characteristics and location of debris – data that will ultimately be used to map the source and transport pathways of debris, as well as the potential harm to people, wildlife, and local coastal ecosystems. Volunteers need NO prior experience, just a commitment to survey a specific beach (about ¾ mile) each month.
If you are interested in participating, join COASST staff for the training session. There is no charge to attend the training, but plan to provide a $20 refundable deposit if you would like to take home a COASST volunteer kit. Training activities take place indoors. Beach surveys are best conducted in groups of 2 or more – please come with a survey partner in mind or plan to join a team during training.
Saturday, August 20, 2016
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
McMurray Middle School – Multi-Purpose Room
9329 SW Cemetery Rd
Vashon, WA 98070
RSVP to attend one of the trainings at coasst@nulluw.edu or 206-221-6893.
If you can’t attend this event, please check our website at www.coasst.org for additional information on upcoming events and trainings.