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 NatureMapping is Iowa's volunteer-driven wildlife monitoring program. It is a hands-on environmental education program that is growing and evolving. NatureMapping involves the public in “finding the pieces of the puzzle”. |
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| We need your help because there is not enough time, money, or wildlife professionals to monitor Iowa's diversity of wildlife species. But you observe wildlife every day, therefore you have a wealth of knowledge that can help natural resource professionals and land managers in wildlife management decisions. In the past, many professionals and managers have not wanted the public’s assistance, but that is changing. |
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| Individuals, schools, and other community groups can all participate. Individuals can provide much needed data by recording wildlife observations around their home, when hiking, watching their feeders, or other wildlife-related activities. |
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| School participation can vary depending on the size and scope of the projects they choose. NatureMapping can fulfill a valuable service to a student's community as well as engage them in a relevant project of data collection and analysis. Communities may wish to preserve or restore sites. Mapping biodiversity is an important early step towards progressive community planning. All types of people and groups can become involved. |
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| NatureMapping is a perfect way to use your appreciation of nature and contribute much needed information about Iowa's common wildlife species. |
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