Join us for a special training series where you'll learn all about FrogWatch USA and become familiar with the fascinating sounds of local frog breeding calls.

Frogs are not only adorable, but they also play an important role as indicator species, providing valuable insights into the health of our environment.
 

Just like other citizen science initiatives, the data we collect from February to August will contribute to a national database, helping us gain a better understanding of frog diversity and abundance at South Mountain Reservation. Over time, this data will guide habitat management decisions and can even be compared with climate data to track changes in frog populations.
 

Our program is proudly run under the umbrella of the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum, and the training will be held at their location.
 

What You’ll Gain from This Free 2-Part Training:

• A deeper understanding of the importance of monitoring frogs and toads in our rapidly changing world.
• The skills to identify the frog species in South Mountain Reservation by their distinctive calls.
• The ability to collect and input field data into the national FrogWatch database.
• A designated breeding location in the South Mountain Reservation to monitor throughout the breeding season (March-August).

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to frog conservation while learning something new! Register now for this free, hands-on training.