As Missoula pollinator advocates, we are collecting data within the city limits of Missoula on pollinator populations to evaluate how native plantings can increase pollinator abundance. We are seeking volunteers to conduct visual surveys in their yards and/or other volunteered yards this summer from June 1 to August 30. Join the fun! 

How to Participate

Participation is simple! Follow these steps. If you have any questions or need help surveying, please reach out to alli@inspiredclassroom.com

Step 1

Watch this video on how to collect data:

Step 2

Contact Alli DePuy to arrange a time for a volunteer to assist you in getting started.

Step 3

Read the Missoula Urban Pollinator Sampling Protocol

Step 4

Print and fill out the Metadata Residence Survey (with help from a volunteer)

Step 5

Print and fill out the Pollinator Count Survey

Step 6

Please take a photo or scan your Metadata Residence Survey and Pollinator Count Survey and email it to alli@inspiredclassroom.com.

Step 7

Repeat Steps 5 and 6 once every two weeks through the end of August (5 times). Please note that we only need one copy of your Metadata Residence Survey.

This project is a collaboration between the Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and MPG Ranch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What happens if I’m out of town during one of the sampling windows?

A: You can sample as close to the sampling window as possible, or contact alli@inspiredclassroom.com, and we can send a volunteer to sample your yard when you are gone.

Q: I would like to have someone walk me through the first surveying of my residence and the first pollinator sampling. Is that possible?

A: Absolutely! Email Alli and include your address and phone number; she will connect you with a volunteer to help.