You need not be a professional scientist to take part in scientific research or to help with gathering scientific data. Efforts by citizen scientists around the country are essential as these dedicated people collect valuable information and help to further research, monitoring, and conservation efforts.
The Avian Science Center developed a citizen science project in 2007 -- Flammulated Owl monitoring in western Montana -- and we plan to continue this program in 2008. See FLAMS for more information.
We also hope to incorporate citizen scientists into our wetland monitoring program. More details to follow. In the meantime, check out the links below for some citizen science volunteer opportunities both in Montana and around the country. Many projects require that you go no further than your own backyard!
Montana:
National:
Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count
Cornell Lab of Ornithology Citizen Science
Project Predator Watch - American Bird Conservancy
American Birding Association Opportunities for Birders
Wildlife Habitat Council Nest Monitoring
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