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The Reader is on Vacay
The Reader is on vacation this month. We will be back in August. Check the calendar for regularly scheduled volunteer service and advanced training opportunities.
Meanwhile, here are a few selected opportunities.
Purple Martin Roost Clean-up
Thousands of Purple Martins congregate at this time of year in preparation for their migration to South America for the winter. Volunteers are needed at the Purple Martin roost at Capital Plaza (5407 N IH-35, Austin) every morning, now through mid-September to collect dead and injured birds from the parking lot.
Injured birds have a better chance of survival if they can be collected as early as possible and taken to Wildlife Rescue on 5401 E. MLK Jr Blvd, Austin when it opens at 9am. Dead birds need to be removed from the parking lot every morning. You can either freeze the birds and arrange for pickup by Shelia Hargis to be sent for research at Texas A&M, or you can dispose by means of your choice.
If you're interested in signing up, please contact Kat Ross and Julia Balinsky They will provide instruction, if needed.
VMS Category: OT, Other
Plant Survey at Brackenridge Field Lab
Sunday, July 24th | 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
We will walk about a mile and a half on both paved roads and unpaved paths to see how targeted plant species are responding to seasonal changes. Brings lots of water and wear closed-toed shoes. Meet up in the parking lot of 2907 Lake Austin Blvd. a bit before 7:30.
VMS category FR: Brackenridge Field Lab
CAMN Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, July 27th | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting
Join other CAMN members to catch up on the latest chapter news and earn an hour of advanced training from the presentation.
Bird Survey at Brackenridge Field Lab
Sunday, July 31st | 7:00 - 9:00am
Let's go see what's perching and flying at the Brackenridge Field Lab at 2907 Lake Austin Blvd, 78703. Bring binoculars and lots of water. Closed-toe shoes a must. Email Cheryl McGrath or call her at (512)636-5835 if you'd like to join.
VMS category FR: Brackenridge Field Lab
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