In this workshop, you'll learn how to use iNaturalist to photograph and map your observations in a few easy steps. You'll learn about the Parks for Pollinators and other projects that can use your observation, how to verify other observations, and other basic features of the iNaturalist app.
We'll go over the basic functions found in the app, then head out to make observations. We'll spend time identifying the things we find, focusing on photographing plants for identification--and maybe even identify other iNat users' observations.
Whether you're a current iNaturalist user or brand new to the technology, join us for this fun learning opportunity.
The day will be divided into three sessions. Join one or more of them:
- iNat for beginners (10-11:30 am)
We'll go over the basic functions found in the app, then head out to make observations.
- Field Explorations and plant identification (11:30 a.m-2:30 pm.),
Learn the basics of plant identification and how to photograph the important features for identification.
- Identifying observations on iNaturalist (2:30-4 pm)
We'll head inside to explore the iNaturalist web site for adding observations as well as We'll spend time identifying he things we find--and maybe even identify other iNat users' observations..
To prepare for the training:
- Fully charge your smart phone
- Install the iNaturalist app
- Set up your iNaturalist account.
- Know how to connect your phone to WiFi (free wifi provided for the workshop)
Download the iNaturalist app and create a free account.
- Google Play
- Apple
- or go online to www.inaturalist.org
For more information: Karyn Molines, karyn.molines@calvertcountymd.gov
Other Resources
Tutorials: https://www.inaturalist.org/pages/video+tutorials
