You are warmly invited to learn about wildlife camera at Ocean Song-Myers. Since 2014, LandPaths volunteers and staff have participated in a community science Wildlife Camera Program at Bohemia and Riddell Preserves.This project is designed to develop a baseline of fauna present on LandPaths preserves. This project also allows public to feel more connected to our preserves and the wildlife that live on these preserves. This training is intended for all volunteers interested in participating in LandPaths' Wildlife Camera Program, but is also open to volunteers that wish to learn more about wildlife cameras. Also as part of this training, you will get the opportunity to explore many remote and exciting sections of the OceanSong-Myers Preserve. Ocean Song- Myers is located on the ancestral territory of the Coast Miwok, past, present, and future. 

Outline for the day: We will ​​​​​talk about wildlife camera uses, LandPaths' wildlife camera project, and wildlife camera setup. After the 60-minute training, you will get the opportunity to assist us with the setup of the wildlife cameras and learn more about the wildlife that live on our preserves. Our hike to set up the cameras will span approximately 3-4 miles over some steep slopes and rough terrain, but this hike can be optional for volunteers who are not comfortable with this strenuous hiking. We will take a break at around noon to eat lunch.

For completely new volunteers: Arrive at 9 am 

For current Bohemia camera volunteers: Arrive at 10 am

How to get there:  

We'll meet at 9 am at the large, red-roof barn next to the dirt parking lot.  

Directions to Ocean Song –  From the town of Occidental, head west on Coleman Valley Rd for 1.8 Miles. At the stop sign, turn right to remain on Coleman Valley Rd and continue an additional 3.4 miles to the main entrance to the preserve (19100 Coleman Valley Road), which will be on your left. Look for the LandPaths' sign in the driveway. Staff or volunteers will direct you towards the barn and parking area. 

What is LandPaths' Covid-19 volunteer workday policy? Please read the most recent version of LandPaths' Covid-19 policy before attending the workday.  

Does rain mean the workday is cancelled? This training will move forward if there is a light drizzle, but a torrential rainstorm will cancel.  Please call 707-544-7284 (then press 1) after 7am the morning of the stewardship day if the weather feels questionable. If you don't hear a notice of cancellation on the outgoing voice message, the stewardship day is moving forward.   

What should you bring?  

• Lunch, snacks, and a water bottle filled with water 
• A backpack for your gear
• Sturdy boots or shoes that can get muddy
• Long pants are recommended 
• Hat and sunscreen 
• Hand sanitizer and mask
• We'll provide small hand tools and the wildlife camera equipment. No other tools are needed for this training. 

What else do you need to know? 

• No experience necessary! Everyone is welcome! We will create tasks according to your abilities 
• You will be asked to sign a liability waiver
• There is a restroom
• There is no additional potable water available on the property.
• No pets or smoking 
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• If you have any questions, please contact Benjamin Bravo, Senior Stewardship Specialist at benjamin@landpaths.org.

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¿Qué traer?:

• Almuerzo, bocadillos y suficiente agua, mochila para guardar sus cosas
• Botas resistentes o zapatos que pueden embarrarse
• Se recomiendan pantalones largos
• Tus propios guantes de trabajo
• Sombrero y protector solar
• Mascarilla y desinfectante de manos

¿Qué más?

• No se nesecita experiencia 
• Proveremos todas las herramientas 
• Se le pedirá que firme una exención de responsabilidad
• hay un baño
• No hay agua potable adicional disponible en la propiedad.
• No se permiten mascotas ni fumar

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