iNaturalist for Beginners: Snap, Upload, Identify

Have you heard of iNaturalist and wondered what's it all about? Come along to our beginners session to learn the basics. Ever spotted an interesting plant, bug or bird and wished you knew what it was? This hands-on beginners session will get you started with iNaturalist, the free app that helps you record and identify wildlife while contributing to real citizen science. We'll cover: • How to take clear, effective photos for accurate identification • Uploading your observations to the app • How to join a project like the Great Southern Bioblitz • How your sightings contribute to real biodiversity data No experience needed, just bring a smartphone (fully charged!) and your curiosity. Whether you're into plants, insects, birds or fungi, this session will set you up to start exploring and recording the nature around you. This session is timed perfectly to get you ready for the Great Southern Bioblitz, running from 27 to 30 November, where you can put your new skills to use recording local wildlife alongside citizen scientists across the Southern Hemisphere. Places are limited, so grab your ticket early! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ One Planet Market is held from 9am – 12 noon (10am-1pm in winter) on the 3rd Saturday of each month at Payneham Community Centre. We welcome people to come and sell, buy or exchange garden produce, home-made food and second hand goods. The market features: • Local produce • Payneham Repair Cafe • Urban Orchard – swap and share • Morning tea • LETS (Local Exchange Trading System) members stalls • Freecycle • Information table – information and resources on sustainability events and activities • Workshops on practical topics at 10.30am The aims of the market are: • To encourage local production and local economy • To foster community relationships, resilience and self-reliance. All stall enquiries please email [email protected]