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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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20 citizen science Events Found

Mar 7

Nebraska Physics and Astronomy Summit

This conference is dedicated to providing a variety of professional development opportunities in astronomy and physics education for college, high school, and middle school teachers across the state of Nebraska. A theme of this event is the use of instructional technology to improve our teaching of astronomy and physics. The conference begins with a keynote, an exhibition hall, and your choice of four breakout sessions. After lunch, the second keynote and longer workshop sessions close out the day. Features sessions on simulating planet formation, neutrino citizen science, computational modeling, cosmological redshift, quantum physics, tornado forecasting with drones, video game physics, and HR diagram simulations.
STEM Trail Center
Free
3/7/26
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Mar 21

March Stewardship Event

Come help out at Lost Valley Prairie SNA, a beautiful bedrock bluff prairie featuring a series of limestone ridges and dry swales that a number of remarkable plant and animal species call home. Join the Lost Valley Prairie Site Stewards in searching for and removing invasive species. Tools, instructions, and good camaraderie will be provided. Bring water, lunch, and dress for working in the weather. If you have your own gloves you'd like to use, please bring those as well. Footwear appropriate for outdoor work/hiking is recommended. There are no maintained trails or recreational facilities on this site. Registration in-advance is required, and the event will be capped at 20 attendees.
Lost Valley Prairie SNA
Free
3/21/26
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Apr 17

Science Café: Illuminating AI Night

An evening discussing exciting local research in data science and AI from scientists at NC Museum of Natural Sciences, UNC-Chapel Hill, RENCI, and NC State University. Learn about AI applications in animal research, health research, and participatory science. Schedule includes 6-7pm meet and greet with scientists and themed exhibits, followed by 7pm keynote presentation on using AI to increase value of Museum specimens. Part of the Illuminating AI series, a collaborative partnership between RENCI at UNC Chapel Hill and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Daily Planet Café open 5-8pm with full menu.
Daily Planet Cafe, Nature Research Center
Free admission
4/17/26
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Apr 19

Monthly South River Water Testing - April

Community water testing project as part of the Adopt-A-Stream state program. Volunteers will collect data on water sources in their neighborhoods along the South River. The event starts in the parking lot and proceeds down the trail to the first shoals for testing and community learning. This initiative emerged from Environmental Justice Forums/Townhalls where community members expressed interest in understanding health risks from water and air in their neighborhoods.
Everett Park
Free
4/19/26
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Apr 24

Volunteer Water Quality Monitoring Program - Introductory Onboarding Meeting

The South Dakota Discovery Center coordinates a volunteer water quality monitoring project in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (SD DANR). Volunteer water quality monitors collect water quality samples from a local water body and send those samples to state lab. The data is used by the SD DANR to understand the water quality of South Dakota's lakes and stream. This volunteer data is used by SD DANR in the bi-annual report to Congress on the condition of the state's waters. If you are interested in learning more about the volunteer water quality monitoring program and what is involved in becoming a volunteer monitor, you are invited to attend this introductory onboarding meeting. Additional in person training will be required to become a volunteer monitor. This training will be held via Zoom.
Virtual (Zoom)
Free and open to...
4/24/26
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Apr 24

Volunteer Water Quality Monitoring: Intro and Onboarding

The South Dakota Discovery Center coordinates a volunteer water quality monitoring project in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (SD DANR). Volunteer water quality monitors collect water quality samples from a local water body and send those samples to state lab. The data is used by the SD DANR to understand the water quality of South Dakota's lakes and stream. This volunteer data is used by SD DANR in the bi-annual report to Congress on the condition of the state's waters. If you are interested in learning more about the volunteer water quality monitoring program and what is involved in becoming a volunteer monitor, you are invited to attend this introductory onboarding meeting. Additional in person training will be required to become a volunteer monitor. This training will be held via Zoom.
Virtual (Zoom)
Free and open to...
4/24/26
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Jun 15

Nature Day Camp - Session I

5-day nature day camp focusing on symbiotic relationships between flora and fauna. Activities include catching bugs & butterflies, collecting and pressing plants and flowers, snorkeling in the creek, observing wildlife through binoculars, citizen science projects, and art through journaling. Daily activities from 9:00am-3:00pm for ages 6-10.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
$195.00 - $195 (...
6/15/26
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Jun 20

New Harmonie Park BioBlitz

Collaborative, field-based biodiversity survey conducted by scientists, students, and volunteers as part of the Indiana Academy of Science's commitment to community science and biodiversity documentation.
New Harmonie Park
Free
6/20/26
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Jun 22

Summer Research Experience for High School Students Young Scholars Program - Exploring Climate Change Through AI and Engineering Research

4-week intensive research program where high school students work alongside teachers and researchers to develop AI-driven robotic imaging devices for climate change research. Participants will engage in authentic engineering research, utilize AI tools, engineer functional prototypes, create 3D computer models, and design instructional materials. Full-time commitment of 40 hours per week with 32-36 hours in research lab and 4-8 hours in professional development. Preference given to teacher/student teams from same school. Requirements include being a rising junior/senior, US citizen/permanent resident, and providing own transportation.
NC State College of Engineering Centennial Campus
$2,000 stipend p...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

Nature Day Camp - Session II

5-day nature day camp focusing on symbiotic relationships between flora and fauna. Activities include catching bugs & butterflies, collecting and pressing plants and flowers, snorkeling in the creek, observing wildlife through binoculars, citizen science projects, and art through journaling. Daily activities from 9:00am-3:00pm for ages 6-10.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
$195.00 - $195 (...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

NC State College of Engineering Summer Research Experience for High School Students Young Scholars Program

Exploring Climate Change Through AI and Engineering Research. Work alongside teachers and researchers as you develop and test lessons that connect students to current engineering research topics, including applied artificial intelligence systems. Participants will become part of the research team, contributing to the development of a K-12 accessible robotic imaging device. Using state-of-the-art AI tools, this project will launch a citizen science program that empowers students and educators to advance real-world research findings. Program runs June 22 - July 20, 2026 (no work on July 3, 2026). 40 hours per week commitment with 32-36 hours in research lab and 4-8 hours in professional development. Must be rising junior or senior high school student, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, provide own transportation.
NC State College of Engineering, Centennial Campus
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6/22/26
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Jun 22

2026 Summer Research Experience for Teachers - Exploring Climate Change Through AI and Engineering Research

Teachers and high school students collaborate with Dr. Edgar Lobaton's research team to explore how AI is transforming climate change research. Participants will develop a K-12 accessible robotic imaging device using AI tools, contribute to citizen science programs, engineer functional imaging prototypes, translate 2D imaging data into 3D models, and design instructional materials. Program runs June 22 - July 20, 2026 (no work July 3). Requires 40 hours per week commitment, 32-36 hours in research lab plus 4-8 hours professional development. Prerequisites include 3 years teaching experience, U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and teaching appointment for 2026-2027. Python programming or microcontroller experience recommended but not required.
NC State College of Engineering - Lobaton Lab in Engineering Building II
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6/22/26
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Jul 11

6th Annual BioBlitz at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory

Ashton Cross Country Course
Free
7/11/26
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Jul 11

6th Annual BioBlitz at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory

Join researchers in collecting, observing, and recording biodiversity at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory. Your findings will inform a major research project and contribute to multi-year documentation of how diversity changes at this site over time. Collections will be housed with the UI Museum of Natural History. Participants will examine insects under professional microscopes, learn species identification with iNaturalist app, and learn about ecological research. All ages event, no experience required, families welcome. Rain or shine event. Park in Hawkeye Commuter Lot and follow signage to event site.
Ashton Cross Country Course
Free
7/11/26
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Jul 20

Nature Day Camp - Session III

5-day nature day camp focusing on symbiotic relationships between flora and fauna. Activities include catching bugs & butterflies, collecting and pressing plants and flowers, snorkeling in the creek, observing wildlife through binoculars, citizen science projects, and art through journaling. Daily activities from 9:00am-3:00pm for ages 6-10.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
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7/20/26
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Jul 29

Summer Butterfly Count

Join us for our Summer BRDC Butterfly Count through the North American Butterfly Association! A butterfly count is an event that is organized for the purpose of identifying and counting butterflies in a specific geographical area, raising awareness and identifying any changes to butterfly habitats. The survey is scheduled from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Please bring water bottle, snacks/lunch, field guide and binoculars if available. Long pants and sturdy shoes recommended. Weather dependent - alternate date will be set if conditions unsuitable. Carpooling may be necessary due to parking limitations.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
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7/29/26
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Sep 12

Fall Butterfly Count

Join us for our Fall Butterfly Count through the North American Butterfly Association! A butterfly count is a community science project with the purpose of identifying and counting butterflies in a specific geographical area, raising awareness, and identifying any changes to butterfly habitats. The survey is scheduled to take place from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Please bring a water bottle and snacks/lunch, as well as a field guide and binoculars if you have them. Long pants and sturdy shoes are highly recommended. Due to parking limitations along the routes, carpooling may be necessary. Please note that butterfly surveys are weather dependent. An alternate date will be set if weather conditions are unsuitable.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
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9/12/26
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Sep 19

Monarch Watch Tagging Event

Annual monarch tagging event at the wetlands. Details coming soon.
Wetlands
Free
9/19/26
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Sep 20

Mahogany Rock Hawk Watch

At the Mahogany Rock Hawk Watch migration site, viewers can count thousands of raptors in just one day! This year we will return to Mahogany Rock for the 2026 annual count to hopefully spot raptors "kettling" in the thermal updrafts and making their way south for the winter. The height of activity is between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. BRDC staff will be on site during these times from September 21-24. Anyone is welcome to join! Learn how to identify species by silhouette and flight pattern, and contribute to citizen science while witnessing the wonder of fall migration. Bring a lawn chair, sack lunch, water, and binoculars if you have them.
Mahogany Rock Overlook
Free
9/20/26
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Dec 20

New River Christmas Bird Count

The Christmas Bird Count, organized by the Audubon Society, is a North American citizen science survey that runs from December 14th through January 5th each year. Information gathered during these counts helps us to better understand the health and status of bird populations. Each year, Blue Ridge Discovery Center heads up to the New River CBC, centered around Sparta, NC. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate! This event is free to all and we'll make a full day of it. Additional information will be sent to registered participants prior to the event.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
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12/20/26
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