Citizen Science provides an opportunity for community member to get involved with something they are interested in and brings together two important Forest Service values-using sound science to guide our management and decision making, and connecting our work to the public we serve.
This type of shared learning and understanding is critical for the success of shared stewardship.
BFC Website: boiseforestcoalition.org/monitoring.html
Citizen Science website: fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/citizen-science