Fremont County Citizen Science Project (Pilot)
The Fremont County Citizen Science Project is a student-driven initiative designed to document and better understand the biodiversity of Fremont County, Colorado.
Using the iNaturalist app, students and participants record observations of plants, animals, fungi, and other organisms—building a living, community-powered dataset of the region’s ecosystems.
This project connects students directly to the land while contributing to real-world environmental data.
Project Goals
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Engage students in hands-on, outdoor science
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Build awareness of local ecosystems and biodiversity
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Create a Fremont County dataset of plants, animals, and fungi
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Encourage stewardship through observation and connection
Who Can Participate
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Students (grades 7–12 primary focus)
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Teachers and classrooms
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Approved participants working with the project
No prior experience is needed.
Student Participation
Are you part of this project through your class or school?
Follow the instructions to join the project, upload observations, and make sure your work is counted.
Funding for this project directly supports student participation and completion—ensuring that observations are not only collected, but meaningfully contributed to a growing, public biodiversity dataset.
Message us directly at info@adventureacresfoundation.org or DM on Instagram (https://instagram.com/adventureacresfoundation).
📍 Location: Fremont County
📅 Timing: Spring 2026
🤝 Participation: Students
🎯 Funding Goal: $400
