Make a difference. Volunteer with CLWA.
The work of the Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association is driven by thousands of volunteer hours each year. We cannot succeed in our mission to preserve and protect Canandaigua Lake without the support of dedicated and talented volunteers like yourself.
Check out the current volunteer opportunities listed below, and consider getting more involved with us!
HELP WANTED!
HABs Hunters Needed for 2021 Season
Are you looking to get more involved with helping Canandaigua Lake?
CLWA is currently seeking volunteers for the 2021 summer season to help monitor the shoreline for harmful algae blooms (HABs). Having more “eyes on the lake” helps us assess overall lake conditions, and allows us to communicate with the watershed community about lake wide conditions during the summer months. All the information collected also goes towards long-term research efforts on the lake.
Interested? Help us keep a careful watch over Canandaigua Lake this summer by becoming a HABs Hunter!
Aquatic Plant Monitors Needed!
Aquatic invasive species not only threaten our native lake ecosystems, but have far reaching impacts on our environment, the economy, and the recreational enjoyment of our lakes.
The Finger Lakes PRISM has established a program to help monitor for aquatic plants in an effort to aid in early detection of new aquatic invaders. Volunteers perform a bi-weekly rake toss off the end of a dock or from a boat, and report their findings in an easy-to-use online survey through PRISM. All training and materials are provided.
Help keep an eye out on Canandaigua Lake by becoming a Macrophyte Survey Program participant in 2021! Questions? Email Megan Harris (mharris@hws.edu) for more information.
ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Let us know how you’d like to help by filling out the below contact form. We will reach out as volunteer opportunities arise!
SHORELINE HABS MONITORING
Volunteers perform weekly shoreline surveys to monitor for and report Harmful Algae Blooms.
SECCHI DISK PROGRAM
Volunteers use their own boats to perform a weekly clarity reading and take a surface water temperature.
COMMUNICATIONS TEAM
CLWA strives to educate watershed stakeholders using a variety of media. Do you have a passion for storytelling and effective communications? We need you!
JOIN A COMMITTEE
CLWA programs are delivered by our committees: Membership/ Marketing, Citizen Science, Projects, Outreach.
SPECIAL PROJECT ASSISTANCE
Park cleanups, tree planting events, scouting for invasives, placement of signage, building projects. Our CLWA volunteers have always risen to the occasion!
ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT
CLWA can always use help with our mailings, assembling training packages, or help coordinating events. It’s rewarding, and FUN to connect with other lake-loving folks!