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Friday, May 3, 2024

Volunteers needed for bird and butterfly survey in Leesburg

Lake County has put out a call for volunteers to help with the quarterly birds and butterflies survey. Volunteers will meet at 7:30 a.m. Saturday morning  at PEAR Park at 4800 University Avenue in Leesburg.

The quarterly census of birds and  butterflies is used to help monitor populations and trends to assist with management. Volunteers should have binoculars and field guides. Experience is not required but helpful. Be prepared to hike up to 3.0 miles.

Call Gallus Quigley at (352) 253-4950 or email parksandtrails@lakecountyfl.gov.

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