Community members will adopt a catch basin, culvert, or pipe outlet to monitor and remove debris. Data collected will…

Monitor amphibian populations in temporary wetlands

We aim to establish the first baseline and long-term observation of sea urchin population density (as keystone species and environmental stress indicators) and help understand:1. How our ecosystem responds to environmental stressors,2. Provide input to local and national authorities3. Inspire the next generation of marine scientists and citizen science volunteers

Community volunteers participating in citizen science, recording data on marine turtle nest activity; nesting, emergence, predation and threats, along the Agnes Water/1770 Coastline from Chinamens beach north to 1770 Headland

Monitor and understand local air quality

Engage volunteers to collect water quality data on their local streams

Participate in mountain plant monitoring for climate science research

Monitor air pollution levels and map air pollution around the US

AquaWatch aims to raise awareness of climate change (rising sea levels, flooding from storms) and human demand impacts on the Deering Estate’s Cutler Creek by engaging the public and students in water level monitoring.

River Watchers meet once a week after-school to learn about nature, practice hands-on environmental science, and share outdoor adventures!