"Become a Citizen Scientist with NASA Globe Observer" at the La Salle Public Library

On Saturday, September 21st at 10:30 a.m. the La Salle Public Library will host a Citizen Science Workshop about Land Cover, as part of the NASA Globe Observer protocol.  

In this hands-on program, participants will explore land cover in different areas of the community and learn how to measure distance within a selected space, recognize various land forms, and gather data to record.   Data collected will be compared to data gathered by satellites to see the results of participants' observations. 

Citizen science engages the public in science investigations.  NASA's Globe Observer free mobile app enables citizen scientists of all ages to contribute to NASA science by taking photos and submitting observation data via uploading.   Data gathered and uploaded by participants in the Globe activities is used by scientists around the world.   This work is supported by the NASA Earth Science Education Collaborative.  

This program will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. at the La Salle Public Library and is primarily fieldwork.  Observations will take place at nearby sites; an information sheet will be distributed to participants.  During the program, participants will use the NASA Globe Observer app.  Participants are encouraged to bring their own device with them.   This program is free and is for adults and children, ages 8 years or older.   In the event of inclement weather, the program will be postponed until Saturday, September 28th, at 10:30 a.m.  The La Salle Public Library is located at 305 Marquette, La Salle and is ADA compliant and welcoming.   For more information, contact the Library at 815-223-2341.