Community Science 101

Community science is an invaluable tool that contributes important information to research projects and connects people with nature. Anyone can be a community scientist; all you need is curiosity and a sense of wonder.

Join our presentation to learn how you can participate in community science projects ranging from monitoring bird populations, observing when plants bloom, recording the songs of insects, and reporting on the activity of neighborhood squirrels. Discover how you can contribute to scientific research and learn more about the plants and animals of the Forest Preserves.

This presentation was recorded in 2021. Please check program pages for the most up to date training dates.