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Do you want to help save the planet? ?Do you have a burning curiosity about the world around you? ?
Do you love science (but aren't quite ready to switch careers and spend years back in school)? ?
Here’s your chance to become a Scientist for a Day! ???
The MH Interpretive Program invites Hatters to participate in this free event from 1:30-3:00pm on Sunday June 9th, 2024 in Police Point Park.
We’ll be learning all about “Citizen Science” and how everyday people can use the technology in our own pockets to contribute to real scientific research! The first portion of the event features a short presentation in the Nature Centre theatre on what citizen science is, why we do it, and how to do it! We’ll cover the basics of the iNaturalist app and how to improve the quality of your observations. The presentation will be followed by an observation walk through the park’s scenic ecosystems to practice our newly learned skills!
Attendees should bring along smartphones or tablets with a working rear-facing camera, and the iNaturalist app installed. Participants without access to a smart device are welcome to bring a digital camera, a notebook, and a writing utensil. We strongly encourage sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothing. Participants must be at least 13 years of age or older unless accompanied by an adult, as per iNaturalist’s user agreement.
This event is free to attend but slots are limited so please call the Nature Line to register at (403) 529-6225.
For more information on this and future events, call the MH Interpretive Program’s Nature Line, check out our website at natureline.info, and follow us all over social media @PolicePointPark.
Attendees can download the iNaturalist app via:
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.inaturalist.android
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/inaturalist/id421397028
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Police Point Park, 1299 Police Point Dr NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A, Canada,Medicine Hat, Alberta