In the words of Joyce Kilmer: “There’s probably no other article more beautiful than trees. But this article is about the scientists who don’t just go out and look at trees, they try to understand and protect them.” Track endangered trees for TreeSnap. Monitor urban trees with ISeaTree. Learn about trees with the Girl Scout Tree Promise Project. Monitor woodpeckers nesting in trees with the Woodpecker Cavity Cam. Get outside and enjoy nature while helping NASA and the GLOBE program discover how much carbon trees absorb.
NASA GLOBE Observer: Tree mobile app (Credit: GLOBE Observer)
By downloading, NASA Globe Observer Open the app and use the tree tool to measure the height and circumference of your tree. Your data will enhance satellite-based measurements and help scientists study forests and their ability to capture carbon and slow climate change.
icy tree An application for identifying and tracking urban trees. It calculates the CO₂, H₂O, and pollution reduction impact of trees anywhere in the United States and Canada, and also helps identify tree species. This data helps communities protect and preserve urban forest canopies.
The number of streets named chestnut and elm is a testament to the fame and beauty of these Native American trees. However, these and many other tree species are now rare due to disease and invasive pests. and tree snapto find these endangered trees and report their health and location to scientists trying to protect them.
of girl scout tree promise aims to plant, protect, and honor 5 million trees through its SciStarter collection of citizen science projects. Many of them match kits available at the library. Not only is this program great for wildlife, it also helps mitigate the effects of climate change.
Credit: Woodpecker Cavity Cam
Please admit it. You’ve probably secretly wondered what woodpeckers do all day long. Well, thanks woodpecker cavity camyou can spy on them and report their activity to the Woodpecker Research Team at Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve. Also, look for other creatures that have moved into the woodpecker’s vacant home.
As a volunteer citizen science ambassador, you’ll help introduce the basics of citizen science to libraries and other community hubs. Free training, expertly designed materials, and more to help you become a champion, connector, facilitator.
application The second cohort is currently open until November 11th.
Halloween may be over, but you can still stroll through cemeteries, make friends with bats, and interact with spiders. Watch the video To learn how.
Join Emma Giles and the SciStarter team on Tuesdays from 2-3pm ET to meet inspiring project leaders, get valuable tips for getting involved in citizen science projects, and Discover the amazing impact your contributions can have. Join in the action via Zoom or watch the live stream. SciStarter’s Facebook page.
In case you missed it:
Jump-Start Plan for Citizen Science Month 2025: If you plan to help other participants in Citizen Science Month, watch our recorded webinar to learn how to get started. Watch on YouTube.
Make Sourdough for Science (and Thanksgiving too!) Start at least two weeks before you plan to enjoy the fruits of your labor (sourdough). Watch on YouTube.
Future plans:
November 12 – Wild Hopes, Wildlife Corridors, and Citizen Science Learn how citizen scientists and experts are working together to identify and protect important wildlife corridors, and how they can influence conservation efforts. Learn if you can get involved. register.
November 19 – Leave No Trace announces #LeaveNoTrash 2025 Challenge Learn how your university or community can get involved! register.
