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NatureMapping is a biodiversity survey program that allows citizens, school groups, and professionals to enter wildlife observations into a statewide database. The observations are then used for natural resource management, scientific studies and environmental education. NatureMapping provides an opportunity for students and volunteers to perform field studies that contribute to the state's biological databases. Wisconsin NatureMappers submit their observations online through a data entry form and mapping program. The mapping program works in a manner similar to Yahoo and Google maps.

By helping collect this data, NatureMappers become more aware of their surroundings, deepen their sense of place and strengthen their connection to the environment.

Who can be a nature mapper?
NatureMapping is for people of all ages and educational backgrounds. School children, citizens, community groups, and other city, county and state organizations are all invited to help collect wildlife-related information. Anyone with a willingness to observe nature and record their observations can be a NatureMapper!

Training is available to help NatureMappers learn to identify the mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and birds they observe and to teach them how you use the online data submission and reporting tools.  Untrained citizens may also participate by submitting their sightings, but are unable to view their personal data and maps.

If you would like to participate in this program, call 715-877-2212 and ask for the Citizen Science Director. They will provide you with information about training opportunities in your area.

Questions? Contact info@wisnatmap.org or call 715-877-2212.
Beaver Creek Reserve contact:
Sarah Braun
Citizen Science Director
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Wisconsin NatureMapping is sponsored by
Beaver Creek Reserve's Citizen Science Center and the Ecological Inventory and Monitoring Section
of the Wisconsin DNR.

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 Wisconsin DNR contact:
Loren Ayers
Research Scientist
Loren.ayers@dnr.state.wi.us

This page last updated: 01-17-08        
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