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Terrapin Barrier Fence Regular Maintenance
Regular maintenance of our terrapin barrier fence is needed to keep the fence at peak effectiveness. We are looking for the help of a few volunteers throughout the nesting season to keep our fencing in shape by trimming vegetation and patching broken sections as they occur.
When: May – August.
Eligibility: 18 years and up. Willing to conduct physical work in hot, buggy conditions around poison ivy, willingness to use hammers and weed-whackers as needed.
Required Commitment: minimum 1-2 days a month.
To get involved in this volunteer opportunity, please contact research@wetlandsinstitute.org with your volunteer interest and details on eligibility and availability.
reTURN the Favor Walks
Horseshoe Crabs commonly become stranded on our local Delaware Bay beaches during the spring spawning season. Join The Wetlands Institute on a public walk to help save these stranded Horseshoe Crabs on a local closed beach.
When: May 15-July 15.
Eligibility: All ages
To get involved in this volunteer opportunity, please contact research@wetlandsinstitute.org with your volunteer interest and details on eligibility and availability.
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