Saturday, December 20, 2025
11:00AM - 3:00PM
Free

Did you know the supercomputer in your pocket can help you unlock the secrets of the natural world? Drop in anytime for Becoming a Techno-Naturalist, an open-house event designed to help you use your smartphone to explore, identify, and connect more deeply with the nature around you.

No registration needed—just bring your device and your curiosity! Our experts will be on hand in the Garry Oak room to answer questions and give hands-on guidance with powerful community science tools like Merlin, eBird, and iNaturalist. Learn how these apps help you identify birds and wildlife, track your sightings, and join a global network of people contributing to real scientific understanding.

Whether you're brand-new to nature apps or looking to level up your skills, this is the perfect chance to turn your phone into a nature-detecting super tool. Come discover how technology can make every walk in the woods feel a little more magical.