Returning Volunteers: Welcome back! You do not need to adopt another cell unless you'd like to.
New Volunteers: Thanks for joining us! If you have not adopted a grid cell yet, please do so by following the instructions beneath the map. We encourage you to adopt a cell within one of the blue priority areas.
New Volunteers: Thanks for joining us! If you have not adopted a grid cell yet, please do so by following the instructions beneath the map. We encourage you to adopt a cell within one of the blue priority areas.
2022 Survey Priorities
Where we need your help: Our goal for 2022 is to conduct surveys in grid cells that have been surveyed less than 5 times (shown as blue cells on the map). After you have conducted two surveys in your own grid cell this season, consider helping out in one of the blue cells below. You may still adopt and conduct surveys in gray grid cells, they are just a lower priority than blue grid cells. The grid cells are color-coded as follows:
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- Dark Blue: High Priority (Only 0-2 surveys have been conducted between 2019-2021)
- Light Blue: Medium Priority (Only 3-4 surveys have been conducted between 2019-2021)
- Gray: Low Priority (More than 4 surveys have been conducted between 2019-2021)
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Step 1: Find Your Desired Grid Cell
After reading through the requirements and instructions, use the map above to select the grid cell you'd like to conduct surveys in. You can use the search bar or the Google Map of grid cells to find a specific location. Take note of your desired cell number (ex: MO_9) and then proceed to Step 2.
Please note that grids can include both public and private land and Xerces’ volunteers may not trespass on private land. When at the site, please carefully look for markers of private land, such as fences or hedges that define property boundaries, gates whether locker or unlocked, and posted signs prohibiting trespass; respect the landowner’s property rights and do not trespass. If you find yourself on private property without permission or you have been asked to leave, please leave immediately even if your conservation activity is incomplete. If you are uncertain as to whether property is public or private, assume it is private, stay on the public roads adjoining the property when performing the activity, and do not enter the property itself without obtaining permission from the owner. For your own protection from trespass claims, the permission should be written.
Please note that grids can include both public and private land and Xerces’ volunteers may not trespass on private land. When at the site, please carefully look for markers of private land, such as fences or hedges that define property boundaries, gates whether locker or unlocked, and posted signs prohibiting trespass; respect the landowner’s property rights and do not trespass. If you find yourself on private property without permission or you have been asked to leave, please leave immediately even if your conservation activity is incomplete. If you are uncertain as to whether property is public or private, assume it is private, stay on the public roads adjoining the property when performing the activity, and do not enter the property itself without obtaining permission from the owner. For your own protection from trespass claims, the permission should be written.
Step 2: Adopt Your Grid Cell
If you do not see your desired grid cell in the drop menu, that means the grid cell is "closed" because 5 volunteers have already adopted it. If on a mobile device, or otherwise having difficulty, click here.
Step 3: Receive Confirmation
Thank you! You will receive an email from us confirming the grid cell that you have adopted. If you do not hear from us, or have questions, please feel free to contact us.
Step 5: Get Your Materials
Start by attending a workshop, find live online events or visit our Online Training Portal to train at your own pace.
Step 6: Connect With Atlas Volunteers
Join the other Atlas volunteers in a Missouri-specific Facebook group OR the regional Midwest Facebook group! These are spaces for people to interact, share photos or experiences, and ask questions. You can also follow along with the project on Instagram (@bumblebeeatlas) and Twitter (@bumblebeeatlas).
