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Community Science Projects

The dataset contains information about various citizen science projects from around the world, detailing their organizations, categories, locations, and descriptions. It serves as a resource for individuals interested in participating in or learning about collaborative scientific endeavors.

  • Project Name: The title of the citizen science project.
  • Organization: The group or institution that manages or is associated with the project.
  • Category: The field of science or area of focus for the project, such as biology, astronomy, or environmental science.
  • Location: The geographical scope of the project, indicating whether it operates globally or within specific regions.
  • Description: A brief summary of the project, outlining its purpose and activities.
  • Website: The URL link to the project’s official website for more information and participation details.

Sample Data

Project Name Organization Category Location Description Website
eBird Cornell Lab of Ornithology Bird Watching Global A platform for bird watchers to report sightings and contribute to a global database of bird populations. https://ebird.org
Zooniverse Zooniverse Citizen Science Global A platform for people-powered research through online projects across various disciplines. https://www.zooniverse.org
Foldit University of Washington Biology/Chemistry Global A game that enables players to fold proteins to help scientists understand protein folding. https://fold.it
Galaxy Zoo Zooniverse Astronomy Global A project that allows volunteers to classify galaxies through images captured by telescopes. https://www.galaxyzoo.org
iNaturalist California Academy of Sciences Biodiversity Global A community where people can share observations of living organisms and contribute to biodiversity research. https://www.inaturalist.org
Landsat Challenge NASA Satellite Imagery Global A challenge that encourages innovative uses for Landsat data to solve community issues. https://www.nasa.gov/landsat
Project Noah Project Noah Biodiversity Global A tool to document and share wildlife sightings in your community. https://www.projectnoah.org
Citizen Weather Observer Program CWOP Weather Global A citizen science program that collects weather data from personal weather stations. https://cwop.org
CitizenScience.gov White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Policy USA An initiative to promote the use of citizen science across government agencies. https://www.citizenscience.gov
Microplastics Pollution Various Organizations Environmental Science Global A project focusing on tracking and quantifying microplastics in water bodies. https://www.microplastics-project.org
NASA's Eyes on the Earth NASA Earth Science Global A project that allows users to explore the Earth and its environment through a 3D visualization platform. https://eyes.nasa.gov
Great Backyard Bird Count Cornell Lab of Ornithology Bird Watching USA and Canada An annual citizen science project to count birds in backyards. https://www.birdcount.org
Coral Triangle Initiative Coral Triangle Initiative Marine Conservation Southeast Asia A collaborative engagement among Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, and Papua New Guinea to protect the Coral Triangle. https://www.coraltriangleinitiative.org
Record Nature Record Nature Biodiversity UK A platform to record biodiversity data and share it for conservation purposes. https://www.record-nature.org
Snapshot Serengeti University of Minnesota Wildlife Conservation Tanzania A project using camera traps to study wildlife populations in Serengeti National Park. https://www.snapshotserengeti.org
Water Quality Monitoring Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Community-based programs to monitor and report water quality in local waterways. https://www.waterqualitymonitoring.com
Bat Watch Bat Conservation Trust Wildlife Conservation UK A project for the public to report bat sightings and help researchers study bat populations. https://www.bats.org.uk
Bumblebee Watch Canadian Wildlife Federation Wildlife Conservation North America A citizen science project focused on monitoring bumblebee populations. https://www.bumblebeewatch.org
Plastics Challenge Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Challenges to reduce plastic pollution by engaging citizen scientists in data collection. https://www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org
Nature's Notebook USA National Phenology Network Phenology USA A project to track the timing of seasonal changes in plants and animals. https://www.usanpn.org/natures_notebook
CoCoRaHS Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network Weather USA and Canada A network of volunteers measuring precipitation using simple rain gauges. https://www.cocorahs.org
TreeMap Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community-driven mapping of trees in urban areas to evaluate their benefits. https://www.treemap.org
CoralWatch University of Queensland Marine Science Australia A citizen science project to monitor coral health and stress by assessing color. https://www.coralwatch.org
HerpMapper HerpMapper Project Wildlife Conservation USA A platform for reporting observations of reptiles and amphibians. https://www.herpmapper.org
Firefly Watch Massachusetts Audubon Society Citizen Science USA A program for people to track firefly populations and monitor their trends. https://www.massaudubon.org/fireflywatch
Hummingbird Monitoring Network Hummingbird Monitoring Network Bird Watching USA A project to monitor hummingbird populations across the Americas. https://www.hummingbirdmonitoring.net
Urban Bird Treaty US Fish and Wildlife Service Bird Conservation USA A project to engage urban communities in bird conservation efforts. https://www.fws.gov/program/urban-bird-treaty
Plant Watch NatureWatch Canada Botany Canada A project that engages citizens in tracking flowering times of plants to observe climate change effects. https://www.naturewatch.ca
OpenStreetMap OpenStreetMap Mapping Global A collaborative map project that allows volunteers to create and edit map data. https://www.openstreetmap.org
Marine Conservation Society Marine Conservation Society Marine Conservation UK Encourages citizen action to protect marine environments and species. https://www.mcsuk.org
Great British Bee Count Friends of the Earth Biodiversity UK A campaign encouraging the public to record bee sightings to help monitor bee health. https://www.greatbritishbeecount.co.uk
Ants on the Move AntMaps Ecology Global Project for volunteers to report ant sightings and contribute to ant biodiversity data. https://antmaps.org
HawkWatch Hawk Migration Association of North America Bird Watching USA A project tracking raptor migrations across North America. https://www.hawkmigration.org
Climate Change Indicators US Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Science USA Collection of climate change data by volunteers to monitor environmental indicators. https://www.epa.gov/climate-indicators
Shark Spotters Shark Spotters Marine Conservation South Africa Volunteers help monitor shark activity to improve coastal safety. https://www.sharkspotters.org.za
FrogWatch USA Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Wildlife Conservation USA A program to monitor frog populations and their habitats through citizen reporting. https://www.frogwatch.net
CrowdWater CrowdWater Project Water Quality Global A citizen science tool for collecting data on water levels and quality in rivers. https://www.crowdwater.ch
BeeSpotter Michigan State University Biodiversity USA Citizen scientists report bee observations to help track species diversity. https://www.beespotter.msu.edu
Science Near Me Citizen Science Association General USA A platform for finding local citizen science projects and events. https://www.sciencenearme.org
Salmon Watersheds Various Organizations Aquatic Ecology North America Programs to monitor salmon populations and their habitats through community engagement. https://www.salmonwatersheds.org
Soundscapes of the Bay San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory Wildlife Conservation USA Project that monitors and analyzes soundscapes in natural environments. https://www.sfbbo.org
Climate Change and Freshwater Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Citizen scientists monitor freshwater ecosystems to assess climate change impacts. https://www.climatefreshwater.org
Freshwater Watch Earthwatch Water Quality Global A project where citizens monitor the health of freshwater ecosystems. https://freshwaterwatch.thewaterhub.org
Great Citizen Science Challenge Various Organizations General Global Encourages communities to engage in various citizen science projects. https://greatcsc.org
Indigenous Coral Monitoring Indigenous Groups Marine Conservation Australia Collaboration with Indigenous groups to monitor coral reefs. https://www.indigenouscoralmonitoring.org
Wildlife Sightings Various Apps Wildlife Conservation Global Mobile apps for reporting and tracking wildlife sightings. https://wildlifesightingsapp.com
Run for Wildlife Wildlife Conservation Organizations Physical Activity Global A citizen science initiative connecting nature walks and wildlife counts with fitness. https://runforwildlife.org
TerraCycle Community Recycling TerraCycle Recycling Global Community-driven recycling initiatives to reduce waste and improve environmental health. https://www.terracycle.com
Nature's Voice Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community recordings of local wildlife sounds to understand ecosystem health. https://www.naturesvoice.org
Rivers of the Future Environmental Groups Water Quality Global Community efforts to monitor and restore river ecosystems. https://www.riversofthefuture.org
Wildlife Tracking Various Apps Wildlife Conservation Global Apps enabling citizens to track and report wildlife movement and population changes. https://wildlifetrackingapp.com
Street Tree census TreeKeepers Urban Ecology USA Mapping and monitoring street trees in urban environments. https://www.streettreecensus.org
Neighborhood Nestwatch Cornell Lab of Ornithology Bird Watching USA A project that helps citizens monitor and report on bird nesting activities. https://www.neighborhoodnestwatch.org
Wildlife Journal Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global A journaling initiative for observing and tracking wildlife in local areas. https://www.wildlifejournal.org
Marine Debris Tracker Georgia Sea Grant Environmental Science Global A project for tracking marine debris and its impacts on communities. https://www.marinedebris.uga.edu
Nature's Notebook for Kids USA National Phenology Network Phenology USA Encouraging young people to observe and record seasonal changes in nature. https://www.usanpn.org/kids
Pigeon Watch Cornell University Urban Ecology USA A project to study urban pigeon behaviors and movements through citizen reporting. https://www.pigeonwatch.org
TreeCheck Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global A community engagement initiative to monitor tree health and urban canopy cover. https://www.treecheck.org
iSpot Nature Open University Biodiversity UK A platform for sharing and identifying wildlife observations to improve biological knowledge. https://www.ispotnature.org
Chasing Coral Chasing Coral Team Marine Conservation Global A project documenting coral bleaching through community-funded film and data. https://www.chasingcoral.com
BeeKind Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation Global Community initiatives to protect and cultivate habitats beneficial to bees. https://www.beekind.org
Mosquito ID Various Organizations Biodiversity Global An initiative to report and identify mosquito species to study their impacts on ecosystems. https://www.mosquitoid.org
Wildflower Watch Botanical Gardens Biodiversity USA Engaging volunteers to monitor wildflower species and their blooming. https://www.wildflowerwatch.org
Citizen Science for Sustainable Cities Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community science projects focusing on urban sustainability and ecology. https://www.citizensciencesustainablecities.org
Trash Tracker Environmental NGOs Environmental Science Global Citizen monitoring for marine and terrestrial trash, and clean-up efforts. https://www.trashtracker.org
Whale Watching for Science Various Organizations Marine Science Global Volunteers report whale sightings to assist in monitoring whale populations. https://www.whalewatchingforscience.org
Youth Climate Challenge Youth Organizations Climate Change Global Engaging youth in citizen science projects related to climate change solutions. https://www.youthclimatechallenge.org
Earth Rangers Earth Rangers Wildlife Conservation Canada A platform for children to engage in conservation actions and citizen science projects. https://www.earthrangers.com
ShroomSnap Various Organizations Mycology Global A project where citizen scientists can record mushroom observations and share identifications. https://www.shroomsnap.org
Weather Underground Weather Underground Weather Monitoring Global A community of weather enthusiasts sharing local weather data through personal stations. https://www.wunderground.com
Fisheries Monitoring Various Organizations Aquatic Ecosystems Global Initiatives where communities monitor fish stocks and aquatic health. https://www.fisheriesmonitoring.org
Orchid Observations American Orchid Society Botany Global Engagement of citizen scientists in monitoring orchid populations and locations. https://www.orchidobservations.org
EcoAction Community Fund Government of Canada Environmental Science Canada Funding programs for community-led environmental projects and citizen science initiatives. https://www.ecoaction.gc.ca
Climate Change Education and Citizen Science Various Organizations Education Global Programs integrating education, citizen science, and climate change awareness. https://www.citizenscienceeducation.org
Nature Conservancy Volunteer Projects Nature Conservancy Biodiversity Global Volunteer projects that involve community members in conservation work and citizen science. https://www.nature.org
Wildlife Sketch Different NGOs Wildlife Conservation Global A program where participants can sketch local wildlife and contribute to biodiversity documentation. https://www.wildlifesketch.org
Habitat Heroes Canadian Wildlife Federation Wildlife Conservation Canada ENGAGE communities in creating and maintaining habitats for wildlife through citizen science. https://www.habitatheroes.ca
Wildlife Conservation Society's Citizen Science Projects Wildlife Conservation Society Wildlife Conservation Global Programs involving the public in monitoring wildlife in various ecosystems. https://www.wcs.org
The Flu Tracker Various Organizations Health Global A citizen science program where individuals report flu symptoms to track disease spread. https://www.flutracker.org
Conservation Dogs Conservation Dog Teams Wildlife Conservation USA Using trained dogs to help locate wildlife through community-led search events. https://www.conservationdogs.com
Pollinator Partnership Pollinator Partnership Pollinator Conservation USA A network of initiatives aimed at promoting pollinator health through community actions. https://www.pollinator.org
Nature Counts Nature Counts Biodiversity Canada A community-based biodiversity monitoring program for various species. https://www.naturecounts.ca
TreeHugger Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community initiatives focused on tree planting and urban greening through citizen science. https://www.treehugger.org
EagleCam Various Organizations Wildlife Monitoring USA Live streaming of eagle nests and citizen engagement in monitoring populations. https://www.eaglecam.org
Cool Science Various Organizations General Global Engagement of communities in fun, hands-on science experiments and projects. https://www.coolscience.org
Sea Turtle Watch Sea Turtle Conservancy Marine Conservation USA A volunteer program for monitoring sea turtle nests and populations. https://www.seaturtlewatch.org
Biodiversity Christmas Count National Audubon Society Bird Watching USA Annual count of birds during the Christmas season by citizen scientists. https://www.christmascount.org
Pollinator Pathways Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation USA Collaborative efforts to create corridors for pollinator movement through urban landscapes. https://www.pollinatorpathways.org
Your Wildlife North Carolina State University Biodiversity USA Citizen science project for documenting and reporting local wildlife in urban and rural areas. https://yourwildlife.org
Columbia Basin Fish and Wildlife Various Organizations Aquatic Ecology USA Collecting community data on fish and wildlife health in the Columbia Basin. https://www.columbiabasinfishandwildlife.org
Bear Tracks Various Organizations Wildlife Monitoring North America Citizen monitoring program to track bear populations and movements. https://www.beartracks.org
National Parks Citizen Science Programs National Park Service Biodiversity USA Programs engaging park visitors in scientific research and data collection. https://www.nps.gov/citizenscience
Beach Watchers Washington Sea Grant Marine Conservation USA Engaging volunteers in monitoring and preserving beach ecosystems. https://www.beachwatchers.org
Garden BirdWatch British Trust for Ornithology Bird Watching UK A project for individuals to monitor birds visiting their gardens. https://www.bto.org/our-work/community/volunteering/garden-birdwatch
Fruit Tree Mapping Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community projects to map and monitor fruit tree locations and harvests. https://www.fruittree.org
Schoolyard Habitat Program National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Conservation USA Encouraging school communities to create wildlife habitats and engage students in citizen science. https://www.nwf.org/schoolyardhabitats
Pollinator Health Monitoring Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation Global Engaging communities in monitoring the health of pollinator species. https://www.pollinatorhealthmonitoring.org
Urban Bird Counts Various Organizations Bird Watching Global Community-based bird counting initiatives in urban areas to monitor populations. https://www.urbanbirdcounts.org
Lighthouse Lab Various Organizations Genetics USA A community initiative to study genetic diversity in various species. https://www.lighthouselab.org
migratory birds project BirdLife International Bird Watching Global A collaborative project engaging volunteers to track migratory patterns of birds. https://www.birdlife.org/migratory-birds
Citizen Science for Clean Water Various Organizations Water Quality USA Community engagement initiatives for monitoring and improving water quality in local areas. https://www.cleanscience.org
Wetlands Monitoring Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Community projects for monitoring wetland health and biodiversity. https://www.wetlandsmonitoring.org
Ant Study Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Citizen-scientists contribute to ant research through data collection and identification. https://www.antstudy.org
Fishing for Facts Various Organizations Aquatic Ecology Global Engaging fishing communities in monitoring fish populations and habitats for better management. https://www.fishingforfacts.org
Community Bird Sounds Various Organizations Bird Monitoring Global Collaboration to gather bird sound recordings for identification and research. https://www.communitybirdsounds.org
Wildlife Tracker Apps Different Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Citizen science applications to report wildlife sightings and monitor populations. https://wildlifetrackerapps.com
Freshwater Ecosystem Monitoring Various Organizations Aquatic Science Global Community projects monitoring freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity. https://www.freshwaterecosystemmonitoring.org
Archéologie et patrimonialisation Various Organizations History France Using citizen involvement for archaeological recording and historical site documentation. https://www.archeologie-patrimoine.org
Citizen Focus on Soil Health Various Organizations Soil Science Global Engaging citizens in monitoring soil health and promoting sustainable practices. https://www.citizensoilhealth.org
Invasive Species Watch Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community initiatives for monitoring and reporting invasive species. https://www.invasivespecieswatch.org
Roadkill Surveys Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Citizen initiatives to report and monitor roadkill incidents to understand wildlife impacts and safety. https://www.roadkillsurveys.org
Walk for Wildlife Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Involving communities in walks to monitor and report on local wildlife populations. https://www.walkforwildlife.org
Green Space Guardians Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community engagement projects for monitoring and caring for green spaces and urban biodiversity. https://www.greenspaceguardians.org
Nature Photography Project Different NGOs Wildlife Conservation Global A project encouraging citizen photographers to capture and document wildlife. https://www.naturephotographyproject.org
Community Climate Countdown Various Organizations Climate Change Global Community-driven initiatives for monitoring and addressing local climate change impacts. https://www.communityclimatecountdown.org
Birdhouse Buddy Various Organizations Bird Conservation USA Engaging communities in building and monitoring birdhouses for nesting birds. https://www.birdhousebuddy.org
Urban Pollinator Project Pollinator Partnership Biodiversity USA Community efforts to create habitats for pollinators in urban areas. https://www.urbanpollinatorproject.org
Access to Nature Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community engagement initiatives to promote accessibility to natural areas and biodiversity. https://www.accesstonature.org
Citizens for Wildlife Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global A collaborative program for sharing wildlife data and monitoring trends. https://www.citizensforwildlife.org
Natural History Data Collection Various Museums Biodiversity Global Public engagement in documenting and collecting natural history data. https://www.naturalhistorydatacollection.org
Trees for Cities Various Organizations Urban Ecology UK Community-led initiatives for planting and preserving trees in urban areas. https://www.treesforcities.org
Virtual Volunteers Various Organizations General Global Engaging volunteers in virtual projects and citizen science initiatives. https://www.virtualvolunteers.org
Community Beach Survey Beach Conservation Organizations Marine Conservation USA Engaging citizens in monitoring beach health and wildlife. https://www.communitybeachsurvey.org
Digital Mapping Projects Various Organizations Mapping Global Collaborative mapping efforts through digitized formats and citizen input. https://www.digitalmappingprojects.org
Citizen Conservation Corps Various Organizations Conservation USA Community-led efforts for environmental restoration and monitoring. https://www.citizencorps.org
Urban Watershed Partnerships Various Organizations Water Quality USA Community monitoring and initiatives for improving urban waterways. https://www.urbanwatershedpartnerships.org
Plants for Pollinators Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation Global Community initiatives focusing on planting native flowers and plants to support pollinators. https://www.plantsforpollinators.org
Community Nature Records Various Organizations Biodiversity Global A database of community-collected biodiversity records through citizen science. https://www.communitynaturerecords.org
OceanWatch Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global Engaging citizens in monitoring ocean health and marine projects. https://www.oceanwatch.org
Local Flora and Fauna Monitoring Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community initiatives to monitor and record local plant and animal species. https://www.localfloraandfaunamonitoring.org
TreeCorps Various Organizations Urban Ecology USA Engaging communities in tree planting, monitoring, and caring for urban trees. https://www.treecorps.org
NatureLab Various Organizations General Global Community engagement in hands-on science experiments and monitoring. https://www.naturelab.org
Raptor Nest Monitoring Various Organizations Bird Conservation USA Community initiatives for monitoring and maintaining raptor nests in local areas. https://www.raptornestmonitoring.org
Community Gardens for Wildlife Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Encouraging community gardens as habitats for urban wildlife. https://www.communitygardensforwildlife.org
CrowdMapping Various Organizations Mapping Global Citizen-led projects for mapping geographical and ecological features. https://www.crowdmapping.org
Birds of Prey Project Various Organizations Wildlife Monitoring USA Engagement of citizens in monitoring and studying birds of prey populations. https://www.birdsofpreyproject.org
Name That Insect Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Encouraging citizens to identify and document insect species. https://www.namethatinsect.org
Kids for Conservation Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Engaging children in wildlife conservation and citizen science projects. https://www.kidsforconservation.org
Nature Journal Project Various Organizations Biodiversity Global A community initiative for documenting nature through journaling and observations. https://www.naturejournalproject.org
Marine Mammal Observing Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global Engaging citizens in reporting and monitoring marine mammals. https://www.marinemammalobserving.org
Local Species Tracking Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community initiatives to track and report on local species populations. https://www.localspeciestracking.org
Reef Monitoring Program Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global A program engaging citizens in monitoring and assessing coral reef health. https://www.reefmonitoringprogram.org
Bird Migration Count Various Organizations Bird Monitoring Global Citizen science initiatives for tracking bird migration and behavior. https://www.birdmigrationcount.org
Plant Diversity Project Various Organizations Botany Global Community-driven project for monitoring and documenting plant species diversity. https://www.plantdiversityproject.org
Soundscape Monitoring Various Organizations Acoustic Ecology Global Engaging communities in monitoring environmental sounds and their patterns. https://www.soundscapemonitoring.org
Nature Watchers Various Organizations Biodiversity USA Community initiatives for monitoring and sharing wildlife sightings and data. https://www.naturewatchers.org
Green Spaces for Wildlife Various Organizations Urban Ecology USA Engaging communities in creating and preserving green spaces for wildlife. https://www.greenspacesforwildlife.org
Community-led Coastal Cleanup Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global Engaging communities in coastal cleanups and monitoring marine environments. https://www.coastcleanup.org
Archaeology for All Various Organizations Archaeology Global Citizen engagement in archaeological digs and documentation. https://www.archaeologyforall.org
Nature's Health Monitoring Various Organizations General Health Global Community-based monitoring of ecosystems and public health linkages. https://www.natureshealthmonitoring.org
Local Land Use Monitoring Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Citizen initiatives monitoring land use changes and impacts. https://www.locallandusemonitoring.org
Community Wildlife Management Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Community-led initiatives for wildlife conservation and habitat management. https://www.communitywildlifemanagement.org
Sound of Nature Project Various Organizations Acoustic Ecology Global Engaging citizens to record the sounds of their local environments. https://www.naturesoundproject.org
Community Watershed Restoration Various Organizations Water Quality USA Engaging communities in restoring and monitoring watershed health. https://www.communitywatershedrestoration.org
Urban Wildlife Rescue Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Engaging the public in rescuing and rehabilitating injured wildlife in urban areas. https://www.urbanwildliferescue.org
Nature Thank You Card Project Various Organizations Art and Nature Global A creative initiative for expressing gratitude to nature through art and community engagement. https://www.naturethankyoucard.org
Island Biodiversity Watch Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Monitoring and reporting on biodiversity in island ecosystems. https://www.islandbiodiversitywatch.org
Sustainable Fishing Project Various Organizations Aquatic Science Global Community-led efforts for monitoring and promoting sustainable fishing practices. https://www.sustainablefishingproject.org
Nature Trails Monitoring Various Organizations Ecotourism Global Engagement of communities in monitoring and maintaining nature trails and parks. https://www.naturetrailsmonitoring.org
Wildlife Observation Weekends Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Community engagement projects for wildlife observation and data tracking. https://www.wildlifeobservationweekends.org