Thank you all for your surveys and submissions this summer! Data should be submitted to iNaturalist and volunteer hours sheets should be emailed to chelsean.weinzinger@wisconsin.gov ASAP if you haven't sent them in yet.

Keep an eye on your inbox for the summer survey report usually sent out by the end of the calendar year.

Again, thank you for your contributions to the Karner Volunteer Monitoring Program and have a wonderful fall!

Second flight is in full swing in Wisconsin!

It's time for you to head out and search for Karners! As always, reach out to me with any questions!

Don't forget to review the website to refresh yourself on survey protocols: https://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/#getinvolved

First flight is in full swing in Wisconsin!

Use this time to scout your new sites and find lupine & nectar patches. You can also submit one survey if Karners are found during this time.

Don't forget to review the website to refresh yourself on survey protocols and/or sign up for the optional field day by June 9th: https://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/#getinvolved

Hello all! The Karner Volunteer Monitoring Field Days for 2023 have been added. These days consist of field practice and data submission. Field days are great for new volunteers or fun refreshers for those already in the program. Visit the volunteer website for more information and to sign up:

https://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/#training

I will be sending details about training and the upcoming field season via email. If you are not on the email list send me an email (note my new email address) and I'll get you added:

chelsean.weinzinger@wisconsin.gov

Thanks!
Chelsea

Hello Karner Volunteers!
We are starting to receive reports of Karners emerging for second flight. I encourage you all to start your surveys no earlier than next week. And remember all monitoring, data entry, and FAQs can be found on the volunteer website:

https://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/

Please let me know if you have any questions, and happy surveying! :)

Hello all!
With this warm weather, it's time we start thinking about Karners! A few reminders...

All training and survey materials are available online and have been updated:
https://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/#getinvolved

This year we have two OPTIONAL field days for you to practice identifying Karners and submitting data. Click the link below to learn more and register online:
https://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/#training

Now is the time to determine your sites using the interactive map and scout each location for highest densities of lupine and nectar plants. Then formal surveys can begin during second flight (~July).
Interactive map: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/endangeredresources/karner/range.html

Don't forget to keep an eye out for Karners and if you do see one let Chelsea know ASAP!

Please contact Chelsea with any questions!

Karner flight is beginning to wind down. If you would still like to conduct surveys please to so through the end of this weekend. Karners may still be flying inconsistently after but surveys end a little earlier than flight does.

Keep an eye out for the Summer Survey Summary results I will be sending out via email early fall!

Please let me know if you have any question. Thank you all so much for the hard work you've done and your contributions toward Karner recovery!

Chelsea Weinzinger

All training and survey materials are available online:

https://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/#getinvolved

As of 5/28/2021 Karner's have started first flight. Now is the time to determine your sites using the interactive map and scout each location for highest densities of lupine and nectar plants. Then formal surveys can begin during second flight (~July).

Interactive map: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/endangeredresources/karner/range.html

Please contact Chelsea with any questions!

Hello Karner Volunteers,
The Wisconsin DNR continues to follow the State of Wisconsin’s Badger Bounce Back Plan for the health and well-being of all Wisconsinites. Phase 1 of the plan limits the size of in-person gatherings, and many June events will be canceled, including the upcoming Karner Volunteer Trainings.

We will still be accepting observations via iNaturalist but will not be holding in person trainings this year. Please check your email for details.

Feel free to contact me with any questions!

Thank you!
Chelsea

Our 2019 Karner Volunteer Monitoring Program training dates are now available. Please click the link to view them on our new website!

http://wiatri.net/inventory/kbb/