Volunteers have contributed significantly to the success of the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) since we began, through field work, education and outreach, and financial support. DLiA could not continue to function without the help of our dedicated volunteers and supporters. Thank you!
We owe our volunteers a very special thank you for their donation of time, effort, and support to DLiA and the success of the Smokies ATBI.
What is Community Science?
Most of our volunteer opportunities include participating in community science. Community Science is is scientific work undertaken by members of the general public. It is often done in collaboration with or under the direction of professional scientists and scientific institutions.
Questions? Email our volunteer coordinator, Jaimie Matzko, jaimie@dlia.org
Early Pollinator Survey
Thursday, March 14th, 10am to 3pm
Meet at DLiA Office at Twin Creeks Complex. This event will include short walks on uneven terrain.
Mosses and Bryophyte ‘blitz
Tuesday, April 16, 10am to 3pm
Meet at Sugarlands Visitor Center. This event will require a 3-4 mile moderate hike.
Pollinator ‘Blitz in the High Elevations
Saturday, May 4 from 8am to 1pm
Meet at Sugarlands Visitor Center. This event will require a 3-4 mile moderate to difficult hike.
Fireflies Survey in Cades Cove
Monday, June 24-25 from 7pm to 11pm
Meet at Cades Cove Campground Store at 7pm. This event will include short walks on uneven terrain and optional camping at Cades Cove Campground. Camping space is limited, so please email Jaimie at jaimie@dlia.org to request a spot.
Stream and Snorkel ‘Blitz
Friday, July 19 from 10am to 3pm
Meet at the Twin Creeks Complex. Limited spots available. Short amount of hiking to stream locations.
Continental MycoBlitz
Tuesday, August 20 from 10am to 3pm
Meet at the Twin Creeks Complex. This event will include a 1-2 mile easy to moderate hike.
Grass of Parnassus Pollinator ‘Blitz
Thursday, September 5- Friday, September 6 from 8am to 5pm.
Meet at Sugarlands Visitor Center. This event will include an 8 mile strenuous hike.
Monarch Tagging in Cataloochee Valley
Thursday, October 3 – Friday, October 4 from 10am to 3pm
This event may include short walks on uneven terrain. Limited availability to camp at the Cataloochee Campground. Send email to jaimie@dlia.org to request a spot.
Galls and Leaf Miner ‘Blitz
Friday, November 22 from 10am to 3pm
Meeting place TBD. This event will include a 1-2 mile easy hike.
Other ways you can help out: