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Position Environmental Controls on Greenhouse Gases USGS Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Colorado Home Page Colorado Tourism Site Colorado State Parks Volunteers Colorado State Wildlife Volunteers Address Denver Federal Center, MS 413, Bldg 53, Lakewood, CO 80225 Contact Dean Anderson deander@usgs.gov 303-236-5691 Dates 10/1/2011--9/30/2013 Activities • Computers • Soil/Watershed • Science Record Date 7/2/2012 Suitable For Please contact the volunteer coordinator for details. Difficulty Level Not Difficult

Opportunity Description: 

Determine the rates of exchange as well as the environmental controls on the exchanges of greenhouse gases, water vapor, and heat between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere. This work has been and will be undertaken over a variety of surfaces -- lakes, forests, grassland, and rangeland at a variety of locations. Volunteers will complement a research group in capacities set to their abilities and availabilities. Assistance in the office, laboratory, and field are needed. Volunteers will learn basic laboratory and field procedures for collection and analysis of gas samples, varied experience with computers to collect and analyze data, and have exposure to an array of sciences including ecology, meteorology, hydrology, and soil sciences.

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Position Plant/Animal Phenology Observer anywhere within the United States Partner Opportunity Site Link Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Arizona Home Page Arizona Tourism Site Arizona State Parks Volunteers Arizona State Wildlife Volunteers Address 1955 E. Sixth St. Tucson, AZ 85721 Contact Theresa Crimmins theresam@email.arizona.edu 520-622-0363 Dates 6/18/2012--12/31/2050 Activities • Botany • Computers • Conservation Education • Fish/Wildlife • Science Record Date 6/18/2012 Suitable For Adults,Kids,Teens,Seniors,Groups,Family Difficulty Level Average

Opportunity Description: 

Join the USA National Phenology Network by observing plant and animal life cycle events (phenology) in your yard or other convenient location! The steps to participate are 1) identify plant or animal species you'd like to observe; 2) create a profile online (www.usanpn.org), 3) learn the specifics of how to observe your target species; and 4) take observations and log them online. You can also log and submit observations using a smartphone. You can participate in this effort from anywhere in the United States. Learn more on how to become involved at www.usanpn.org.

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Position Hydrologic Data Collection and Analysis USGS Arkansas Water Science Center Partner Opportunity Site Link Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Arkansas Home Page Arkansas Tourism Site Address 401 Hardin Rd Little Rock, AR 72211 Contact David Freiwald freiwald@usgs.gov 501-228-3618 Dates 10/6/2011--1/1/2013 Activities • Construction/Maintenance • Computers • Minerals/Geology • Office/Clerical • Soil/Watershed • Fish/Wildlife • Science • General Assistance Record Date 3/20/2012 Suitable For Adults,Teens,Seniors Difficulty Level Average

Opportunity Description: 

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is dedicated to the timely, relevant, and impartial study of Earth’s dynamic processes that affect our natural resources. The USGS Arkansas Water Science Center offers diverse volunteer opportunities for students and non-students in hydrology, geology, biology, engineering, computer science, geographic information systems (GIS), administration, and many other related fields. The USGS is committed to developing the science skills of volunteers by providing opportunities to pursue careers in hydrologic technology.

Volunteers are needed in both an office environment and field data collection.

Office volunteers will work with hydrologists, hydrologic technicians, and administrative staff on data entry and checking, data analysis, GIS, field trip preparation, laboratory, recycling, and/or other clerical duties. Good computer skills are desired.

Field data collection involves assisting hydrologists and hydrologic technicians in field trip preparation, streamflow measurements, stream gage construction, water-sample collection, laboratory, surveying, and related tasks. This work requires frequent physical exertion and moderate discomfort to weather conditions. Some field trips are overnight and you can be reimbursed for motel and meal expenses.

Volunteer opportunities are available in the USGS offices in Little Rock and Fayetteville.

Applicants must be United States citizens.
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