Tools for Naturalists
Find Your Path into Nature
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How would you describe your experience with the natural world?
What excites you MOST about nature?
You're on the right path!
You're ready to start exploring the natural world. Here are two paths to begin your journey: a focus on identifying species and another on finding new trails to explore.
See Beginners Tools Page Consider Downloading INaturalist for IdentificationsYou're an Observer!
You're ready to learn the art of seeing the world around you. Your path is all about identifying common species and understanding their place in nature.
Search by Organism Consider Joining the Inaturalist Project Consider Sharing in the ForumYou're an Adventurer!
You're driven by the journey and the experience of being outdoors. Your path is about finding new trails and making the most of your time in nature.
Start the Adventurer Path Search by environment type (In Progress)You're a Contributor!
You're fascinated by the big picture and want to make a real impact. Your path will show you how to turn your passion into valuable data for science.
Consider Joining the Inaturalist Project Consider Sharing in the Forum