Flyways Citizen Science Program
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Press ReleaseAlgoma Public Library Awarded Grant to Promote Migratory Bird Conservation and Citizen Science
Algoma, WI – August 2024 - The Algoma Public Library is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a grant to support migratory bird conservation and citizen science initiatives through the SciStarter-HHMI Flyways program. This exciting opportunity is part of a nationwide effort to engage communities in the study and preservation of bird migration routes, known as flyways.
The Flyways Citizen Science Program, a collaboration between SciStarter and HHMI Tangled Bank Studios, aims to foster leadership capacity among library staff and other community organizations in science education and citizen science. Through this program, Algoma Public Library will host and promote events featuring the acclaimed film "Flyways" and related citizen science projects that support shorebirds and other migratory species.
Algoma Public Library has been awarded $800 to support its Flyways and citizen science programming efforts. Partnering with Bird City Algoma and Friends of Crescent Beach, events will be held throughout Fall 2024, beginning with Global Shorebird Day on September 6, 2024. Key components of the program include hosting a screening of the film “Flyways”, engaging in citizen science projects related to migratory birds, and promoting these events through a comprehensive marketing campaign.
Upcoming events at Algoma Public Library will include a screening of the film "Flyways," citizen science workshops, participation in Global Shorebird Day on September 6, 2024, and Global Big Day on October 12, 2024. These events aim to inspire community members to contribute to scientific research and conservation efforts.
“We are honored to receive this grant and excited to engage our community in such an important initiative,” said Cathy Kolbeck, Director of Algoma Public Library. “Bird migration is a fascinating and vital natural process, and through the Flyways program, we hope to inspire our community to contribute to scientific research and conservation efforts.”
For more information about the Flyways Citizen Science Program and upcoming events at Algoma Public Library, please visit algomapubliclibrary.org or contact Cathy Kolbeck at [email protected] or Stephanie St John at [email protected].
About Bird City Algoma: The Bird City Algoma Committee formed in April 2012 to work with the City of Algoma to achieve Bird City Wisconsin status. Algoma was officially recognized as a Bird City Wisconsin on May 4, 2013. Their volunteer group continues to support Algoma’s Bird City status by sponsoring projects, offering educational programs and sharing information about birding and healthy bird habitat.
About Friends of Crescent Beach: Friends of Crescent Beach (FOCB) formed as a watershed partner of the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) in May of 2015 in response to citizen concerns. Those concerns included: storm drain outfalls emptying directly onto the beach; accumulations of algae; invasive plants; loafing birds; and litter. After conducting strategic planning sessions with community leaders and other stakeholders, an all-volunteer steering committee was formed to lead the organization. FOCB advocates, educates, activates and celebrates in support of Crescent Beach, acknowledging the stewardship responsibility associated with being a Lake Michigan coastal community.
About SciStarter: SciStarter is a globally recognized platform that connects people to thousands of citizen science projects, events, and tools. By partnering with diverse organizations, SciStarter aims to promote public engagement in scientific research and innovation.
About HHMI Tangled Bank Studios: HHMI Tangled Bank Studios is a film production company dedicated to producing inspiring and educational science films. Their mission is to illuminate the beauty and complexity of the natural world and to foster a deeper understanding of science through storytelling.
Media Contact: Cathy Kolbeck
Algoma Public Library
920-487-2295
[email protected]
https://www.algomapubliclibrary.org/
Press Release
Press ReleaseAlgoma Public Library Awarded Grant to Promote Migratory Bird Conservation and Citizen Science
Algoma, WI – August 2024 - The Algoma Public Library is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a grant to support migratory bird conservation and citizen science initiatives through the SciStarter-HHMI Flyways program. This exciting opportunity is part of a nationwide effort to engage communities in the study and preservation of bird migration routes, known as flyways.
The Flyways Citizen Science Program, a collaboration between SciStarter and HHMI Tangled Bank Studios, aims to foster leadership capacity among library staff and other community organizations in science education and citizen science. Through this program, Algoma Public Library will host and promote events featuring the acclaimed film "Flyways" and related citizen science projects that support shorebirds and other migratory species.
Algoma Public Library has been awarded $800 to support its Flyways and citizen science programming efforts. Partnering with Bird City Algoma and Friends of Crescent Beach, events will be held throughout Fall 2024, beginning with Global Shorebird Day on September 6, 2024. Key components of the program include hosting a screening of the film “Flyways”, engaging in citizen science projects related to migratory birds, and promoting these events through a comprehensive marketing campaign.
Upcoming events at Algoma Public Library will include a screening of the film "Flyways," citizen science workshops, participation in Global Shorebird Day on September 6, 2024, and Global Big Day on October 12, 2024. These events aim to inspire community members to contribute to scientific research and conservation efforts.
“We are honored to receive this grant and excited to engage our community in such an important initiative,” said Cathy Kolbeck, Director of Algoma Public Library. “Bird migration is a fascinating and vital natural process, and through the Flyways program, we hope to inspire our community to contribute to scientific research and conservation efforts.”
For more information about the Flyways Citizen Science Program and upcoming events at Algoma Public Library, please visit algomapubliclibrary.org or contact Cathy Kolbeck at [email protected] or Stephanie St John at [email protected].
About Bird City Algoma: The Bird City Algoma Committee formed in April 2012 to work with the City of Algoma to achieve Bird City Wisconsin status. Algoma was officially recognized as a Bird City Wisconsin on May 4, 2013. Their volunteer group continues to support Algoma’s Bird City status by sponsoring projects, offering educational programs and sharing information about birding and healthy bird habitat.
About Friends of Crescent Beach: Friends of Crescent Beach (FOCB) formed as a watershed partner of the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) in May of 2015 in response to citizen concerns. Those concerns included: storm drain outfalls emptying directly onto the beach; accumulations of algae; invasive plants; loafing birds; and litter. After conducting strategic planning sessions with community leaders and other stakeholders, an all-volunteer steering committee was formed to lead the organization. FOCB advocates, educates, activates and celebrates in support of Crescent Beach, acknowledging the stewardship responsibility associated with being a Lake Michigan coastal community.
About SciStarter: SciStarter is a globally recognized platform that connects people to thousands of citizen science projects, events, and tools. By partnering with diverse organizations, SciStarter aims to promote public engagement in scientific research and innovation.
About HHMI Tangled Bank Studios: HHMI Tangled Bank Studios is a film production company dedicated to producing inspiring and educational science films. Their mission is to illuminate the beauty and complexity of the natural world and to foster a deeper understanding of science through storytelling.
Media Contact: Cathy Kolbeck
Algoma Public Library
920-487-2295
[email protected]
https://www.algomapubliclibrary.org/
