Heal the Bay Events
MPA Watch Community Science Training
February 5 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Free
Do you like science AND long walks on the beach? Then join Heal the Bay’s community science program, MPA Watch! Volunteers will be trained on how to collect data while walking along the most beautiful beaches of Malibu and Palos Verdes.
Monitoring done by MPA Watchers helps encourage enforcement and regulation around marine protected areas (MPAs), also known as “underwater Yosemites.”
Become a volunteer by attending the two-part training program, which includes one virtual classroom training and one field training session. All training materials will be provided.
Part 1: Classroom Training (Virtual)
Wednesday, February 5, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- Please watch the prerequisite videos and quizzes:
- The Zoom link will be shared after you register
- You must have previously attended a Heal the Bay Volunteer Orientation
Part 2: Field Training (In-Person)
Saturday, February 8, 12 PM – 2 PM
- Classroom training must be completed
- Field training location will be disclosed at the virtual classroom training
To become an MPA Watch certified volunteer, you must attend both sessions and Heal the Bay’s New Volunteer Orientation. You may attend a New Volunteer Orientation before or after our MPA Watch training.
FAQs
Are there any prerequisites to becoming an MPA Watch Volunteer?
Heal the Bay’s New Volunteer Orientation must be completed either before or after the MPA Watch training. The orientation occurs bimonthly and can be fulfilled by watching a recording of the most recent orientation. You must also watch the prerequisite videos, complete the quizzes, and submit the necessary onboarding paperwork.
Are there any minimum age requirements to register for the event?
The minimum age is age 14. Volunteers under 17 must be accompanied by an adult to the training.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please contact Zoë Collins and the MPA Watch Team at mpawatch@healthebay.org with any questions.