Curious about that strange plant you saw while walking in the woods? Wondering what bird is calling in your backyard? iNaturalist is an exciting tool you can use to identify species and contribute observations to a massive online database accessible to scientists around the world. Nathaniel Sharp, VCE's Citizen Science Outreach Naturalist, will present an introduction to the Vermont Atlas of Life on iNaturalist, from making an account, to identifying unknown species using the site's AI algorithm. This presentation will then be followed by an outdoor iNaturalist workshop where you can test your newfound "iNat" skills - don't forget to bring your smartphone or laptop!
A native of southeastern Pennsylvania and birder since the age of 9, Nathaniel received a B.S. With Honors in Wildlife Biology from UVM in 2018, and then spent the summer working for the 2nd Maine Breeding Bird Atlas before joining us at VCE.
Please join us for Nathaniel's presentation on Wed., Oct. 24 for this brown bag presentation and workshop.which promises to be informative and stimulating. Bring your lunch, and enjoy drinks and cookies with the VCE staff. We'll start promptly at 12:15.
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Kent McFarland
Vermont Center for Ecostudies
PO Box 420 | Norwich, Vermont 05055
802.649.1431 x201
@KPMcFarland
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