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Join the High Park Caterpillar Survey

*** No experience necessary ***

WHY GET INVOLVED?

  • See dozens of caterpillar species up close

  • Learn about caterpillar ecology & natural history

  • Contribute to citizen science

  • Meet like-minded nature enthusiasts

  • Ultraviolet flashlights provided for use

  • Regular attendees receive a High Park caterpillar poster​

Survey season & times

Late May thru July

9:30 pm to midnight

Aug-early Oct

Start and finish times get progessively earlier. 

(Multiple sessions are held each week. Days vary from week to week, based on volunteer availability and weather forecasts.)

Volunteer requirements

  • minimum 18 years of age

  • available to do evening sessions (see above for times)

  • able to walk up to 4 km per session on paved & unpaved surfaces (most sessions are 1-3 km)

Participants are encouraged to attend at least once a month during the survey season, although many people come more frequently (weekly or bi-weekly).

Have questions?
highparkcaterpillarsurvey (at) gmail.com

If you would like to join the survey, we'd love to hear from you.

I am:

  • at least 18 years old

  • available to do evening sessions​

  • able to walk up to 4 km per session on paved & unpaved surfaces

Thanks for contacting us!

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