Restore Saint Paul: August 2015

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Como Park Bluebird Trail: 2015 Results!

Post contributed by Sharon, volunteer bluebird trail monitor:

The last three bluebirds fledged bringing this year’s season to a close. A total of 60 birds fledged on the trail from May through August—34 bluebirds, 20 tree swallows, and 6 chickadees. Of the 49 bluebird eggs laid on the trail, 69% hatched and successfully fledged. A very successful year on the Como Park Bluebird Trail!

Saturday, August 15, 2015

Como Park Bluebird Trail Update: August 15th, 2015

Post contributed by Sharon, volunteer bluebird trail monitor:

The last three bluebirds of the season are just over a week old and will fledge sometime in the next two weeks. Their parents are busy feeding and watching over them. All empty boxes have been removed for winter storage.

Thursday, August 6, 2015

Como Park Bluebird Trail Update: August 6th, 2015

Post contributed by Sharon, volunteer bluebird trail monitor:

Last bluebirds of the season

The last four bluebird eggs have hatched in the trail’s only occupied box. All other boxes are empty and ready for removal.

Contributing Authors

Saint Paul Parks and Recreation--Natural Resources Division:

It would be impossible for us to maintain and improve Saint Paul's natural areas to the high standards that we are used to without the coordinated efforts of our many partner organizations and volunteers. In addition to Saint Paul's Natural Resources employees, the following groups will be contributing to the content of this blog as they work hard to keep Saint Paul "the most livable city in America."

Conservation Corps of Minnesota:

The Conservation Corps provides meaningful work for young people in conserving energy, managing natural resources, responding to disasters and leading volunteers. Not only do they provide training in resource management, safety, job-readiness and technical skills, they help young people develop personal responsibility, a strong work ethic and greater awareness of environmental stewardship. CCM has been a valuable partner in maintaining Saint Paul Parks natural areas for years.

Eco Ranger Acadamy:

The Environmental Services EcoRanger Academy is an educational summer job program for youth interested in plants, wildlife and the natural environment. Youth work throughout the City in forests, lakes and prairies on restoration projects. They perform tasks such as invasive species removal, planting and mulching. The program covers plant anatomy and identification, trees, entomology, water, soils and ecology. Youth that successfully complete the summer program graduate with a certificate and references from their crew leaders.