Event Description

Join Your Library and Ecologist Luis Mata for a walk in the park where we learn how to use the iNaturalist app to contribute to conservation and ecology research. We will explore the freshly redeveloped Tarralla Wetlands and the established Eastfield Park to discover what creepy crawlies, fungi, and plants are making these environments their home.

Your photo observations on iNaturalist will get identified, categorised and added to global databases of ecological observations which scientists depend on for their research. The skills you learn in this session will help you turn your everyday walk into an opportunity to get involved with global conservation efforts.

No Experience is Necessary. Low Impact Walk. Extra iPads and help using the app available.

Notes & Requirements

Bring your own device and install iNaturalist if possible. Follow this link for info: https://www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/files/assets/public/documents/leisure/sport-rec/guide-to-using-inaturalist-handbook-22.pdf If you can't do that, we will have people ready to help and spare devices also.

Event Partner

A National Science Week event, presented with the support of the Inspiring Victoria program *Tarralla Wetlands Photo from Stephen Bode: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsofTarrallaCreek

Bookings

Please log in with your library credentials to reserve your place at this event. You may also book by phone or at your nearest library.