I am two weeks into my internship at the West Eugene Wetlands.  My focus will eventually be restoration and invasive species management, but for now I’m just focused on catching up with all the various projects happening around the wetlands.  In my first two weeks here I’ve done all manner of different things.  I’ve monitored endangered lupines, helped run a volunteer day for some college kids, installed bird boxes, and chased after butterflies with a net, just to name a few things I’ve done.

It’s been a hectic couple of weeks, but I’m looking forward to getting better acquainted with the area and my position.

Colin

West Eugene Wetlands, BLM