Become a citizen scientist by tracking and recording many of Michigan's unique butterflies! Created by the Michigan Butterfly Network, this 3-part training will take place on:

• Introduction & Program Background April 25th 5:30-7:30pm
  • During the first training you will learn what Citizen Science is, why butterfly surveys are needed, and how these surveys are conducted. 
• Butterfly Identification May 2nd 5:30-7:30pm
  • The second training will help you put your butterfly ID skills to the test as you review how to carry out a butterfly survey and finalize your survey routes.
• Field Training May 13th 1:00-3:00pm
  • The final training will run through a mock survey with guest speaker, Jen Tagett, Citizen Science Coordinator from Kalamazoo Nature Center.

Help entomologists around the world by collecting real, useable data and becoming a Citizen Scientist today! Program price is a flat fee of $25 which includes 3 training sessions, guest speaker, and Michigan Butterfly Network materials.

Program open for ages 13 plus