Affinity Classes
Become A Citizen Scientist! Part III: Science After Dark
Anyone can be a scientist right in their own backyard. This IN-PERSON course introduces students to observing and documenting the natural world while actively engaging with their surroundings.
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Sessions
- Pine Barrens:Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM – June 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM
- Hecksher State Park:Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM – June 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Time zone: America/New York
Where
Specific meeting locations shared upon registration
Capacity
Max 10 participants
About this class
Anyone can be a scientist right in their own backyard. This course introduces students to observing and documenting the natural world while actively engaging with their surroundings.
Participants will learn how to record and share their findings with a broader community of citizen scientists and researchers, contributing to real-world conservation and biodiversity efforts.
Students will build skills in careful observation, data collection, and environmental awareness while developing a deeper sense of stewardship for local ecosystems.
No prior ecological knowledge is required.
The class is led by an instructor who is part of the inaugural cohort of iNaturalist Ambassadors, bringing both expertise and a passion for community-driven science. This course is offered in flexible two-week sessions—join us for one, two, or all three to deepen your experience!
Class Meeting Dates:
June 20th, 6-8pm @ Pine Barrens
June 27th, 6-8pm @ Hecksher State Park
Registration
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Instructor
Alyssa Armour
Affinity Class Instructor
Alyssa Armour is the master of our science courses. In college, she established the Physical Science tutoring department at Nassau Community College, and represented Stony Brook University at the New England Intercollegiate Geological Conference before graduating from the latter in 2017 with a BA in Earth and Space Sciences. She is excited to be back teaching with the Affinity team and share per passions for science!