Finding volunteers to conduct field work on birds, and then ensuring the data submitted is accurate, can be a challenge for researchers. Our presenter, Laurie Doss, accomplished her goal by using a partnership between The Marvelwood School and Kent Land Trust as a model. This partnership has helped to restore populations of Purple Martins in the Northwest Corner. Laurie has been with Marvelwood School since 1987. She is chair of the Science Department and a co-advisor for the school’s Envirothon team. She holds a B.A.in biology and an M.S.in special education. Laurie is on the Board of Directors for the Kent Land Trust and the Purple Martin Conservation Association. She has received numerous conservation, educator, and volunteer awards during her tenure. Laurie, her students, interns, and volunteers from the Kent Land Trust have worked for nearly two decades to restore inland populations of Purple Martins.

Note: This program will be preceded by our Annual Meeting and Dinner. The evening will kick off with socializing at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 6:30, a short business meeting (including awards and a raffle!) at 7:15, and the presentation at 7:45. To register, click on this link. <AGM Registration Form>