The Osprey Watch survey began in July 2000 and is continuing into 2001-02 with $3,850 in funding from CKFRP. Organizers train community volunteers to monitor osprey habits, including what species of fish the osprey eat and their main fishing areas on the lake. This information is then compiled so organizations like BC Hydro and the District of Invermere can access nest records and maps for planning. As Osprey Watch volunteers, citizens develop positive attitudes toward the ospreys, which is reinforced by the positive action of keeping records and learning about osprey natural history. Their stewardship involvement is spread by word-of-mouth to friends, family and neighbours.

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