FT 12 - Citizen Science Showcase at Forest Park

Tuesday, August 7, 2012: 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
M.L. King Jr. Lobby, Oregon Convention Center
Official:
Kerissa Fuccillo, Portland State University
Organizers:
Alyssa Rosemartin, USA National Phenology Network; and Marion Dresner, Portland State University
Portland Budwatch's publicly accessible observation trail in Forest Park, Portland is a great example of how to implement the USA-NPN's Nature's Notebook program on the ground. We'll walk along the trail, viewing customized signage, and using data sheets and mobile apps to collect and submit phenology data on pre-marked plants. The trail runs through gorgeous temperate rainforest habitat, along a creek with native salmon and trout.

Registration Fee: $40

Equipment and Attire: The trail has gentle ups and downs and the walk will be a total of 2 miles. Bring a snack and something to drink. You might also consider bringing binoculars or a hand lens.

Itinerary: 5:30 PM: Leave Oregon Convention Center for Forest Park Entrance at NW 29th Ave & NW Upshur ST 5:45 PM: Enter Park, walk to phenology trail, make observations 6:45 PM Snacks and discussion near Park pavilion 7:30 PM - Leave Park to return to Convention Center

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