[ECOLOG-L] sample tracking software

[Erica Jenkins]

Hello Ecolog,

I am currently trying to revamp a sample tracking program.  I'd like to
streamline the whole system; everything from coming up with the sample
codes and pre-labelling vials, to keeping track of where samples are and
matching up data after samples are analyzed.  Right now I'm using an Excel
spreadsheet for tracking and Word for printing labels sheet by sheet, but
I'm sure there's a more efficient way.

The samples I'm collecting are salmon scales and DNA, and the scales and
DNA are analyzed in separate locations, and then the data is matched.  To
give you an idea, I am dealing with between 15,000 and 60,000 samples in a
short time period, 2 or 3 months.  Batches of sampling kits are prepared
for each sampling location (approx 30 different locations) before the
season begins.  Currently each location has a different code, and every
sample collected has a unique number.  Along with other data, I need to
know where sample vials are at any given time and their status (used or
not), and keep track of the dates when they are prepared, used, sent,
recieved, and analyzed.

I'm looking for suggestions on sample tracking software, and possibly
labelling equipment, that might make this process more efficient.  I'm
considering creating an Access database, but I thought I would investigate
other options that might already be available, as I'm sure many of you deal
with similar challenges.

Does anyone know of any freeware that might work for this process?  Has
anyone else found any efficient and cost-effective options?  Any advice or
suggestions would be very much appreciated.  Thanks so much for your time!

Erica

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: SCI Sage Sparrow Monitoring Project Leader

[Shannon Ehlers]

The Institute for Wildlife Studies (IWS) seeks a full-time biologist to 
serve as Project Leader for a research, monitoring, and recovery program 
focusing on the threatened San Clemente sage sparrow on San Clemente 
Island, California.  The position will begin in autumn of 2012 (exact date 
to be determined) and involves overseeing 2–6 field biologists.  Field 
work may include surveying for sage sparrows, running line transects, 
locating nests, determining nesting success, banding adults and nestlings, 
spot mapping, point counts, and video monitoring of nests.  The Project 
Leader will conduct data analyses and provide input on study design, write 
monthly and annual reports, and participate in meetings with cooperating 
entities including biologists from the United States Navy and Fish and 
Wildlife Service.  San Clemente Island is located approximately 68 miles 
west of San Diego and is an active military base operated by the United 
States Navy.  IWS maintains an office in San Diego to support this and 
other projects.

Duties:

Manage field staff to ensure the quality of surveying and monitoring 
program 
Hire full-time and seasonal project staff 
Coordinate with other ongoing wildlife recovery efforts on San Clemente 
Island
Write monthly and annual reports
Maintain and develop project database and ensure quality control
Participate in collection of field data
Analyze data for reports and publications
Meet with Navy, Fish and Wildlife Service, and other involved 
organizations to formulate and review recovery strategies and goals 
Present data in publications and presentations at professional meetings

Qualifications:

A minimum of a M.Sc. degree in wildlife ecology or a related field is 
required.  The applicant should have previous experience monitoring wild 
bird populations (preferably listed species), extensive experience 
handling and banding passerines (>500 adults and >50 nestlings), and 
experience supervising field crews.  Experience with remote camera systems 
is a plus, but not requisite.  The applicant should have good analytical 
and writing skills including proficiency using Microsoft Access and ESRI 
mapping software.  The applicant should be a good self-starter and problem 
solver that can work under minimal supervision.  Because this work is 
conducted on a military installation, the applicant must be a citizen of 
the United States or be covered under a TN NAFTA work visa.  Individuals 
must have (or be willing to acquire before start date) a valid, U.S. 
driver’s license.  Applicants should be in excellent physical condition 
and be comfortable hiking alone for 3–5 miles with a 30–40 pound pack in 
steep, rocky, cactus-covered terrain and in temperatures ranging from 40–
100°F.  Applicants should enjoy living as part of a small research 
community in a busy field station, interacting with fellow biologists 
working on other projects, and working with military personnel and members 
of other organizations who may have varying missions, opinions, and 
personalities.  Additionally, applicants must be willing to participate in 
the day-to-day upkeep of a busy field station, including cleaning work 
vehicles and shared kitchen/office space.  Employees work 10 days on 
island, and then take 4 off (off island).  All employment offers are 
contingent upon: 1) successfully passing a background check allowing for 
access to military installations and 2) insurability as a driver on IWS’ 
insurance policy, and accordingly, applicants will be required to provide 
information verifying their driving record.  Additional information 
regarding IWS is available on our web site at www.iws.org.


Compensation:

Compensation is $36,000/year, paid twice monthly.  In addition, both room 
and board are provided while working on the island.  Benefits include full 
medical plan, vacation, holidays, sick days, and the opportunity to 
contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan.  

Application Procedures:

The position will remain open until it is filled.  Applications will be 
reviewed as they are received, so interested parties are encouraged to 
apply promptly.  Please EMAIL applications to Dr. Andrew Bridges at 
shrikej...@iws.org with the subject line “Sage Sparrow Lead.” Please 
submit in ONE document your cover letter, resume, and the names, 
addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses for at least three 
references.  No phone calls, please.

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Geiger counters

[Russell L. Burke]

http://www.sciplus.com/search.cfm?utm_source=internal&utm_medium=search&utm_content=cf&utm_campaign=celsearchtest&formfield1234567891=89&formfield1234567892=7&formfield1234567894=&term=geiger&btnHand.x=0&btnHand.y=0


-Original Message-
From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news 
[mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Me
Sent: Saturday, August 25, 2012 3:00 PM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] Geiger counters

Back during the height of the Fukushima Disaster I looked into this a bit when 
commercial GCs were scarce. Turns out its not difficult to DIY; kits abound and 
there are other means too. Here's one quick link from a search engine result 
for "build your own Geiger counter":  
http://www.imagesco.com/articles/geiger/build_your_own_geiger_counter.html

Geoff

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 25, 2012, at 12:39 PM, Steven Corso  wrote:

> Anyone have experience with Geiger counters? I want a device that I 
> can measure all forms of radiation in soil and water samples.
> 
> (For the curious, my intention is to use this around the burgeoning 
> number of disposal wells, containment ponds, and possible spills in my 
> neighborhood above the Utica Shale)
> 
> I'll need the device to be affordable yet accurate enough so 
> measurements are not easily dismissed.
> 
> Also if anyone has experience with affordable water testing and 
> air-sampling devices that might be of use to someone who wants to 
> detect salinity, pH and the presence of hydrocarbons, please pass that info 
> along.
> 
> Thank you,
> Steve Corso

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Geiger counters

[Me]

Back during the height of the Fukushima Disaster I looked into this a bit when 
commercial GCs were scarce. Turns out its not difficult to DIY; kits abound and 
there are other means too. Here's one quick link from a search engine result 
for "build your own Geiger counter":  
http://www.imagesco.com/articles/geiger/build_your_own_geiger_counter.html

Geoff

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 25, 2012, at 12:39 PM, Steven Corso  wrote:

> Anyone have experience with Geiger counters? I want a device that I can
> measure all forms of radiation in soil and water samples.
> 
> (For the curious, my intention is to use this around the burgeoning number
> of disposal wells, containment ponds, and possible spills in my
> neighborhood above the Utica Shale)
> 
> I'll need the device to be affordable yet accurate enough so measurements
> are not easily dismissed.
> 
> Also if anyone has experience with affordable water testing and
> air-sampling devices that might be of use to someone who wants to detect
> salinity, pH and the presence of hydrocarbons, please pass that info along.
> 
> Thank you,
> Steve Corso

[ECOLOG-L] Inside Nature's Giants on PBS....

[J. Michael Nolan]

List Members

You can now see and show complete programs from your computer.

Some truly amazing video.

See: http://www.pbs.org/programs/inside-natures-giants/

You can't copy these, but can certainly buy them.

Thank you and apologies for cross-posting.

Mike Nolan

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MexicoThe Baja Peninsula (especially during the Spring Whale Migration and 
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East AfricaKenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar Island.

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Amazon (Tambopata-Candamo Reserve Zone) and Endangered Sea Turtles of Costa 
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Spanish/Cultural Immersion Programs are available in Costa Rica, Panamá, 
Ecuador, Péru, Bolivia and Spain.

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Belize and The Galápagos Islands.

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Re: [ECOLOG-L] Amazing Gorilla Footage....

[J. Michael Nolan]

Hi Taal

Thanks for your comments. I was just commenting in general terms and am 
certainly not an expert in Gorilla Conservation. I do know there are some 
situations, and especially with Birds like the Hyacinth Macaw, where local 
Guides have been trained to assist groups like ours that visit their locations 
in Brazil. A heck of a lot better alternative than yanking them out of the 
wild. So, I'm not sure if it has had a good impact yet or not and certainly not 
sure if the model could every appy to Gorillas or other Primates. Kind of sad 
when you see what some of their parts are sold for!

Thank you.

Mike

Hi Mike,

I'm not sure about making better local opportunities as a conservation strategy 
in this case. It's my understanding that gorilla poaching is driven by the sale 
of their parts in cities. It's difficult to imagine these enterprises unable to 
find a labor supply. Perhaps the stick would work better than the carrot. Some 
bioeconomic models of illegal hunting suggest it is more effective to penalize 
the market at point of sale rather than the poacher. I'm sure Uganda takes 
gorilla poaching very seriously already since they are a national treasure and 
source of tourism revenue. But what can be done about this?  Is there a role 
for conservation science?

Taal



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Destinations that we Specialize in: 

North AmericaAlaska (Southeast and the Interior), Hawaii, British Columbia, 
the Florida Keys and Everglades National Park.

CaribbeanCuracao

Central AmericaBelize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and 
Panamá.

South AmericaBolivia, Brazil, Ecuador and The Galápagos Islands, Péru, 
including Cuzco and Machu Picchu.

MexicoThe Baja Peninsula (especially during the Spring Whale Migration and 
Breeding season).

East AfricaKenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar Island.

Australia and New Zealand.

Birding, Photography, along with Home and Garden Tours are available upon 
request to Most Destinations that we offer.

The following "Research/Conservation Expeditions" are now also available upon 
request...Endangered Species of Brazil; Macaws and Primates of the Peruvian 
Amazon (Tambopata-Candamo Reserve Zone) and Endangered Sea Turtles of Costa 
Rica (latinamericanseaturtles.org or widecast.org).

Spanish/Cultural Immersion Programs are available in Costa Rica, Panamá, 
Ecuador, Péru, Bolivia and Spain.

Sea Kayaking is available in British Columbia, Southeast Alaska, Baja Mexico, 
Belize and The Galápagos Islands.

References/Comments from past Group Leaders are at our Website, many more are 
available upon request. 

Rainforest and Reef
161 Main St. 
Coopersville, MI 49404 
Local/International Phone: 1.616.604.0546
Toll Free U.S. and Canada: 1.877.255.3721
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Re: [ECOLOG-L] Amazing Gorilla Footage....

[Amartya Saha]

I don't know specifically about Uganda, but oftentimes forest dwellers are 
ejected in the process of creating a protected area, and not given any viable 
alternatives, have no choice but to settle on the outskirts and somehow make 
ends meet. These people are then haplessly used by poaching mafia. Local 
conservation plans hinge upon developing income alternatives for them.
 
At the same time, as Taal points out, the mafia will always have ways to poach, 
as long as the demand stays strong. For instance it is known that rhino horns 
are sold in chinese medicine shops, but are there any agencies who can shut 
that down under CITES? Do governments care, and have the clout to enforce 
international laws inside a country which may lash back saying disallowing old 
codgers to get an illusion of youth with powedered rhino horn is meddling in 
cultural affairs? It seems like that's where. All action stops. Maybe 
subsequent generations may not use rhino horn, but by then the rhinos may be 
gone anyway...
Amartya  
Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®

-Original Message-
From: Taal Levi 
Sender:   "Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news" 

Date: Sat, 25 Aug 2012 13:18:35 
To: 
Reply-To: Taal Levi 
Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] Amazing Gorilla Footage

Hi Mike,

I'm not sure about making better local opportunities as a conservation strategy 
in this case. It's my understanding that gorilla poaching is driven by the sale 
of their parts in cities. It's difficult to imagine these enterprises unable to 
find a labor supply. Perhaps the stick would work better than the carrot. Some 
bioeconomic models of illegal hunting suggest it is more effective to penalize 
the market at point of sale rather than the poacher. I'm sure Uganda takes 
gorilla poaching very seriously already since they are a national treasure and 
source of tourism revenue. But what can be done about this?  Is there a role 
for conservation science?

Taal




On Aug 25, 2012, at 10:10 AM, "J. Michael Nolan"  
wrote:

> Cleaning out e-mails this morning. Found this from Uganda. 
> 
> More than amazing. Some have probably seen it before and it could even come 
> from one of these lists, my apologies.
> 
> Do understand some of the motives behind poaching. Just seems like we might 
> be able to create some options for local people that make their livings off 
> of killing these Animals. Also, not only locals, but just flat-out greedy 
> people trying to make some quick money.
> 
> http://www.youtube.com/v/1eXS0o6r-Wk%26rel%3d0%26hl%3den_US%26feature%3dplayer_embedded%26version%3d3
> 
> Thank you and have a great day. Spectacular on the eastern shores of Lake 
> Michigan this morning!
> 
> Mike Nolan
> 
> --
> 
> If we are on another line or away from the phone, please leave your number, 
> best time to return your call and your e-mail address.
> 
> After hours and weekend phone appointments are available upon request.
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
> J. Michael Nolan, Director
> 
> Rainforest and Reef
> 
> **
> "Outstanding-Affordable Field Courses in Rainforest & Marine Ecology"
> 
> Destinations that we Specialize in: 
> 
> North AmericaAlaska (Southeast and the Interior), Hawaii, British 
> Columbia, the Florida Keys and Everglades National Park.
> 
> CaribbeanCuracao
> 
> Central AmericaBelize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and 
> Panamá.
> 
> South AmericaBolivia, Brazil, Ecuador and The Galápagos Islands, Péru, 
> including Cuzco and Machu Picchu.
> 
> MexicoThe Baja Peninsula (especially during the Spring Whale Migration 
> and Breeding season).
> 
> East AfricaKenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar Island.
> 
> Australia and New Zealand.
> 
> Birding, Photography, along with Home and Garden Tours are available upon 
> request to Most Destinations that we offer.
> 
> The following "Research/Conservation Expeditions" are now also available upon 
> request...Endangered Species of Brazil; Macaws and Primates of the Peruvian 
> Amazon (Tambopata-Candamo Reserve Zone) and Endangered Sea Turtles of Costa 
> Rica (latinamericanseaturtles.org or widecast.org).
> 
> Spanish/Cultural Immersion Programs are available in Costa Rica, Panamá, 
> Ecuador, Péru, Bolivia and Spain.
> 
> Sea Kayaking is available in British Columbia, Southeast Alaska, Baja Mexico, 
> Belize and The Galápagos Islands.
> 
> References/Comments from past Group Leaders are at our Website, many more are 
> available upon request. 
> 
> Rainforest and Reef
> 161 Main St. 
> Coopersville, MI 49404 
> Local/International Phone: 1.616.604.0546
> Toll Free U.S. and Canada: 1.877.255.3721
> Fax: 1.616.604.0546
> Google Talk/MS IM/Skype: travelwithrandr
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> Note: Please send inquiries to both e-mail addresses
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[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Assistantship available in Plant Evolutionary Ecology at Michigan Technological University.

[Amy McKinney]

I am seeking to recruit 1-2 highly motivated graduate student (s) for a
M.S. or Ph.D., to study ecological, genetic, and quantitative approaches to
the study of plant adaptation to abiotic and biotic environments.
Student(s) will have the opportunity to work on one of a few new and
on-going research projects in the lab and to develop independent research
projects (with guidance from Dr. Hersch-Green). Research in the lab
investigates the evolutionary and ecological consequences of hybridization,
genome (polyploidy) and gene duplication, and sexual reproduction in
complex plant communities. We also have an emphasis on pollination biology,
plant-herbivore interactions, invasive species, and climate change
research. Prospective students with a background and interest in
evolutionary ecology, population and/or molecular genetics are encouraged
to apply. 

** **

Qualifications include a strong academic record and an interest in
evolutionary ecology.   Evidence of excellent written and analytical
skills, as well as enthusiasm for field and laboratory research will be a
plus.

** **

Interested persons should contact Dr. Erika Hersch-Green by email (
ehers...@mtu.edu), and include a statement of interest and CV. An informal
discussion of potential projects is encouraged and reference letters will
be solicited at a later date. Suitable candidates will then be encouraged
to submit a formal application to the graduate school at Michigan
Technological University

** **

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
position(s) is filled. Start date is flexible and can be as early as
January 2013.

** **

Erika Hersch-Green

ehers...@mtu.edu

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Amazing Gorilla Footage....

[Taal Levi]

Hi Mike,

I'm not sure about making better local opportunities as a conservation strategy 
in this case. It's my understanding that gorilla poaching is driven by the sale 
of their parts in cities. It's difficult to imagine these enterprises unable to 
find a labor supply. Perhaps the stick would work better than the carrot. Some 
bioeconomic models of illegal hunting suggest it is more effective to penalize 
the market at point of sale rather than the poacher. I'm sure Uganda takes 
gorilla poaching very seriously already since they are a national treasure and 
source of tourism revenue. But what can be done about this?  Is there a role 
for conservation science?

Taal




On Aug 25, 2012, at 10:10 AM, "J. Michael Nolan"  
wrote:

> Cleaning out e-mails this morning. Found this from Uganda. 
> 
> More than amazing. Some have probably seen it before and it could even come 
> from one of these lists, my apologies.
> 
> Do understand some of the motives behind poaching. Just seems like we might 
> be able to create some options for local people that make their livings off 
> of killing these Animals. Also, not only locals, but just flat-out greedy 
> people trying to make some quick money.
> 
> http://www.youtube.com/v/1eXS0o6r-Wk%26rel%3d0%26hl%3den_US%26feature%3dplayer_embedded%26version%3d3
> 
> Thank you and have a great day. Spectacular on the eastern shores of Lake 
> Michigan this morning!
> 
> Mike Nolan
> 
> --
> 
> If we are on another line or away from the phone, please leave your number, 
> best time to return your call and your e-mail address.
> 
> After hours and weekend phone appointments are available upon request.
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
> J. Michael Nolan, Director
> 
> Rainforest and Reef
> 
> **
> "Outstanding-Affordable Field Courses in Rainforest & Marine Ecology"
> 
> Destinations that we Specialize in: 
> 
> North AmericaAlaska (Southeast and the Interior), Hawaii, British 
> Columbia, the Florida Keys and Everglades National Park.
> 
> CaribbeanCuracao
> 
> Central AmericaBelize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and 
> Panamá.
> 
> South AmericaBolivia, Brazil, Ecuador and The Galápagos Islands, Péru, 
> including Cuzco and Machu Picchu.
> 
> MexicoThe Baja Peninsula (especially during the Spring Whale Migration 
> and Breeding season).
> 
> East AfricaKenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar Island.
> 
> Australia and New Zealand.
> 
> Birding, Photography, along with Home and Garden Tours are available upon 
> request to Most Destinations that we offer.
> 
> The following "Research/Conservation Expeditions" are now also available upon 
> request...Endangered Species of Brazil; Macaws and Primates of the Peruvian 
> Amazon (Tambopata-Candamo Reserve Zone) and Endangered Sea Turtles of Costa 
> Rica (latinamericanseaturtles.org or widecast.org).
> 
> Spanish/Cultural Immersion Programs are available in Costa Rica, Panamá, 
> Ecuador, Péru, Bolivia and Spain.
> 
> Sea Kayaking is available in British Columbia, Southeast Alaska, Baja Mexico, 
> Belize and The Galápagos Islands.
> 
> References/Comments from past Group Leaders are at our Website, many more are 
> available upon request. 
> 
> Rainforest and Reef
> 161 Main St. 
> Coopersville, MI 49404 
> Local/International Phone: 1.616.604.0546
> Toll Free U.S. and Canada: 1.877.255.3721
> Fax: 1.616.604.0546
> Google Talk/MS IM/Skype: travelwithrandr
> AOL IM: buddythemacaw
> E-mail: mno...@rainforestandreef.org and travelwithra...@gmail.com
> Note: Please send inquiries to both e-mail addresses
> Web: http://rainforestandreef.org (under revision for 2013 and beyond)
> **

[ECOLOG-L] Geiger counters

[Steven Corso]

Anyone have experience with Geiger counters? I want a device that I can
measure all forms of radiation in soil and water samples.

(For the curious, my intention is to use this around the burgeoning number
of disposal wells, containment ponds, and possible spills in my
neighborhood above the Utica Shale)

I'll need the device to be affordable yet accurate enough so measurements
are not easily dismissed.

Also if anyone has experience with affordable water testing and
air-sampling devices that might be of use to someone who wants to detect
salinity, pH and the presence of hydrocarbons, please pass that info along.

Thank you,
Steve Corso

[ECOLOG-L] Amazing Gorilla Footage....

[J. Michael Nolan]

Cleaning out e-mails this morning. Found this from Uganda. 

More than amazing. Some have probably seen it before and it could even come 
from one of these lists, my apologies.

Do understand some of the motives behind poaching. Just seems like we might be 
able to create some options for local people that make their livings off of 
killing these Animals. Also, not only locals, but just flat-out greedy people 
trying to make some quick money.

http://www.youtube.com/v/1eXS0o6r-Wk%26rel%3d0%26hl%3den_US%26feature%3dplayer_embedded%26version%3d3

Thank you and have a great day. Spectacular on the eastern shores of Lake 
Michigan this morning!

Mike Nolan

--

If we are on another line or away from the phone, please leave your number, 
best time to return your call and your e-mail address.
 
After hours and weekend phone appointments are available upon request.

Sincerely,

J. Michael Nolan, Director
 
Rainforest and Reef

**
"Outstanding-Affordable Field Courses in Rainforest & Marine Ecology"

Destinations that we Specialize in: 

North AmericaAlaska (Southeast and the Interior), Hawaii, British Columbia, 
the Florida Keys and Everglades National Park.

CaribbeanCuracao

Central AmericaBelize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and 
Panamá.

South AmericaBolivia, Brazil, Ecuador and The Galápagos Islands, Péru, 
including Cuzco and Machu Picchu.

MexicoThe Baja Peninsula (especially during the Spring Whale Migration and 
Breeding season).

East AfricaKenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar Island.

Australia and New Zealand.

Birding, Photography, along with Home and Garden Tours are available upon 
request to Most Destinations that we offer.

The following "Research/Conservation Expeditions" are now also available upon 
request...Endangered Species of Brazil; Macaws and Primates of the Peruvian 
Amazon (Tambopata-Candamo Reserve Zone) and Endangered Sea Turtles of Costa 
Rica (latinamericanseaturtles.org or widecast.org).

Spanish/Cultural Immersion Programs are available in Costa Rica, Panamá, 
Ecuador, Péru, Bolivia and Spain.

Sea Kayaking is available in British Columbia, Southeast Alaska, Baja Mexico, 
Belize and The Galápagos Islands.

References/Comments from past Group Leaders are at our Website, many more are 
available upon request. 

Rainforest and Reef
161 Main St. 
Coopersville, MI 49404 
Local/International Phone: 1.616.604.0546
Toll Free U.S. and Canada: 1.877.255.3721
Fax: 1.616.604.0546
Google Talk/MS IM/Skype: travelwithrandr
AOL IM: buddythemacaw
E-mail: mno...@rainforestandreef.org and travelwithra...@gmail.com
Note: Please send inquiries to both e-mail addresses
Web: http://rainforestandreef.org (under revision for 2013 and beyond)
**

Re: [ECOLOG-L] Some iPhone app recommendations for field-work and reference

[Jonnie Dunne]

I'm just starting to deploy volunteers with Fulcrum
 for
collecting spatial and monitoring data, and can see how it would be great
for tons of applications. It's very customizable, and the option to create
your own restricted pick lists and the like make it great for citizen
science projects, distributing to field techs, etc.

-Jonnie Dunne

AmeriCorps Stewardship Coordinator
Bainbridge Island Land Trust
Office 206-842-1216
Cell 503-580-5288