In Residence

  • Arrival Day + Onboarding — please text us as you are approaching with an approximate arrival time at 305 209 0177 or email arsimmer@airie.org

    Our AIRIE Residency Coordinator and an ENP Park Ranger will greet you on your arrival day.

    On Arrival Day you are required to meet with the ENP PARK RANGER for orientation, emergency protocols, AIRIE Incident Report, and plan date for your volunteer public talk or activation.

    Then, go on a complimentary lunch with AIRIE team members and if available, park staff.

    Get the cabin key from the lockbox, which is on the back door closet of the cabin.

    Receive your AIRIE SWAG (Welcome Tote, T-shirt, Badge, Hat)

    While in the government offices and in the park, you are encouraged to wear the provided lanyard.

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    Get familiar with the cabin.

    Relax.

  • Get out into the Everglades National Park! Start some of your first activities, and read through pages 25 - 29 for some ideas as well.

    Have a Chat with Arsimmer, AIRIE Residency Coordinator.

    Meet the Park Staff. Visit the AIRIE Nest Gallery in the Ernest Coe Visitor Center.

    If possible, share a brief statement or video about your initial experience in the Everglades that we can use in our general newsletter and social media to heather@airie.org

    Start thinking about your AIRIE Fellow Instagram Takeover.

    While in the government offices and in the park, you are encouraged to wear the provided lanyard.

  • Immerse yourself in the natural environment. Invite friends, connect with collaborators, or enjoy the solitude. Reach out to your Residency Coordinator or Supervisory Park Ranger for any activity requests or questions.

    Prepare for your AIRIE Asks, AIRIE Public Program, and Instagram Takeover!

    1. AIRIE Asks: virtual or in-person programming in which Fellows can reflect on their residency on the third Thursday at 6 pm during their residency month. See more on page 17.

    2. Everglades National Park Public Programming: Discussed in the onboarding meeting as part of your Volunteer status at the ENP, during the residency, or shortly after, the Artist will provide a public program to the ENP park visitors to promote a better understanding of the Everglades through the arts. See more on page 19.

    3. AIRIE Instagram Takeover Time! Every AIRIE Fellow does an Instagram Takeover for three days during their residency. This serves as an opportunity to connect with new audiences to showcase what you have been working on, thinking about, or experiencing in the Everglades. See more on page 18.

  • DEPARTURE TIME

    We’re going to miss you, but it’s sadly time to go.

    Prepare to Depart by Noon (12 pm EST) on the last day of your residency unless discussed with the Residency Coordinator. See page 31 of the Handbook for detailed exit instructions.

    Return the cabin furniture to its original position, empty the fridge, and return the key to the lockbox. Take a picture when done and text it to 305 209 0177.

    You will receive your mandatory exit survey during your last week of residence to fill out at your earliest convenience.