Training Workshops (required)
Participants in the California Bumble Bee Atlas will need to take part in a training session to learn about bumble bees and the project. We will present a series of remote (webinar-based) training events starting in January, 2023. If you volunteered for the project in 2022 and already took the training, you won't have to do so again. Either way, you'll always be able to watch pre-recorded versions of our training events through this website.
Field Events (optional)
We are also conducting a number of in-person field training events across the state. These are not required, but please consider joining us! This will be a great way to learn how to use your insect net, collect data according to project methods, and identify the bumble bees. Field events will start in May, 2023. See below for registration details when we have them!
Participants in the California Bumble Bee Atlas will need to take part in a training session to learn about bumble bees and the project. We will present a series of remote (webinar-based) training events starting in January, 2023. If you volunteered for the project in 2022 and already took the training, you won't have to do so again. Either way, you'll always be able to watch pre-recorded versions of our training events through this website.
Field Events (optional)
We are also conducting a number of in-person field training events across the state. These are not required, but please consider joining us! This will be a great way to learn how to use your insect net, collect data according to project methods, and identify the bumble bees. Field events will start in May, 2023. See below for registration details when we have them!
COVID-19 UPDATE: We understand that the current situation with the coronavirus is constantly evolving and differs by community. We have undertaken a 2022 field season with the understanding that the situation with Covid could change quickly -- and differ by location. The most important consideration during this sensitive time is personal and community health. Please follow all relevant regulations and the advice of health care professionals when developing your survey plans for the Atlas. Don't hesitate to stay closer to home if that is the right thing for you and/or your community; the health of our volunteers is of paramount importance. Thank you!
