Volunteer with DLiA
Volunteers have contributed significantly to the success of the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) since we began, through field work, education and outreach, and financial support. DLiA could not continue to function without the help of our dedicated volunteers and supporters. Thank you!
Why volunteer for DLiA?
- Work in a fun, friendly, small nonprofit environment
- Be part of the largest on-going science project in the Smokies
- Gain new skills related to scientific fieldwork and research
- Meet with Park personnel, local business owners, and scientists
- Make new friends!
We owe our volunteers a very special thank you for their donation of time, effort, and support to DLiA and the success of the Smokies ATBI.
What is Community Science?
Most of our volunteer opportunities include participating in community science. Community Science is is scientific work undertaken by members of the general public. It is often done in collaboration with or under the direction of professional scientists and scientific institutions.
Check back soon for upcoming volunteer events in 2025!
Questions? Email our volunteer coordinator, Jaimie Matzko, jaimie@dlia.org
Other ways you can help out:
- Always needed: Use the iNaturalist app to gather valuable scientific data about species in the park through our Smokies Most Wanted project
- Attend one of our events
- Are you a teacher (grade 5-8) in Tennessee or a surrounding state? Participate in our iScience program
- Make a donation to support our work