Take part in the City Nature Challenge! Seventy cities around the world are vying to prove that their area has the most nature and the most nature-loving residents - and we want the SF Bay Area to win! Join Marin Municipal Water District and One Tam in partnership with California Academy of Sciences for  a celebration of biodiversity in our backyard. Hone your naturalist skills, learn to use the iNaturalist smartphone app, and join short, family-friendly guided excursions with experts.

We will be taking observations in the field from 9 AM to noon, and then move to a nearby wifi-enabled location to discuss identifications and upload our observations.

No experience necessary, and training and guidance will be provided. All ages are welcome. Participants under age 18 will need a parent or guardian present, or contact us for an advance consent form.

To participate:

1. Join iNaturalist by downloading the app or going to www.inaturalist.org

2. Go to https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/city-nature-challenge-2018-at-lake-lagunitas join the City Nature Challenge 2018 at Lake Lagunitas group. (upper right hand of webpage).

3. Join us at Lake Lagunitas on April 28th!

What to Bring:

- Closed-toed shoes, layers in case of weather changes, a hat, and sunscreen.

- Lunch and water.

- It is recommended that you bring a smartphone or tablet with the free iNaturalist app downloaded. You can also bring a camera and add your photos to iNaturalist on your computer.

Meeting location: Lake Lagunitas parking area

Contact information: Lisette Arellano, larellano@onetam.org

iNaturalist project link: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/city-nature-challenge-2018-at-lake-lagunitas