Extending Your Quest

Become a Citizen Scientist!

Looking for more ways to help freshwater ecosystems in your community? Citizen science projects are regional efforts by citizens to help scientists gather scientific data. You can become a part of the soil health solution by choosing a project that is relevant to where you live and your interests! Below are some projects that you can join.

Specific citizen science projects:

• Zebra Mussel Monitoring Program
• Aquatic Invasive Species Research
• Invasive Species Reporting
• Lake Ice Reporting
• Lake Level Reporting: Here and Here
• Stream Health Monitoring
• Red River Basin River Watch
• St. Louis River River Watch
• Wetland Health Monitoring
• Loon Monitoring
• MN Dragonfly Volunteering
• Wildlife Tracking