Join the Oregon Season Tracker (OST) program and become part of a network of community science observers.
Steps to becoming an OST observer:
- Enroll in Online OST training on Ideal-logic
- Complete four online training modules (about 2-3 hours of self-paced study) including registering a free account with our national partners CoCoRaHS and Nature’s Notebook
- Purchase a CoCoRaHS-approved rain gauge online (ranges $32.75 – 48.00 + shipping). Suggested retailer: WeatherYourWay (discounted rain gauges may be available, check in with Sarah for details).
- Contact the Oregon Season Tracker program coordinator, Sarah, reporting your station number and site name
- Start observing and reporting!
- Keep in touch by reading "The Observer" OST E-newsletter
We offer free hands-on sessions in person or a remote Zoom session, as the situation allows. In the meantime, get your questions answered by contacting Sarah Cameron.
