How to Participate

There are 3 ways you can participate in Call of the Wetland

SURVEY A WETLAND

During the spring and summer of 2017-2019, Call of the Wetland organized citizen scientists to survey specific wetland sites during planned survey time periods. This resulted in systematically collected data on which, if any, amphibians persisted at these 52 sites. Please view the results page of this website to learn more about what we found during these three years.

While we are not organizing systematic surveys in 2020, we are encouraging participates to survey any wetland within Calgary for amphibians! See the link below for our detailed survey methodology and safety guidelines.

Review the detailed survey methodology and safety guidelines.

Download the app for Iphone or Android by searching "Call of the Wetland" on Google Play or App Store

Things to know about the app:

The app relies on the GPS in your smartphone to record location, so this feature must be turned on, along with other permissions the app requests.
You do NOT need internet access to use the app, data is stored on your smartphone and then uploaded once you are in a service area or connected to wifi.
Your app needs to be open for data to upload, so remember to keep it open once you are in a service area.

SUBMIT INCIDENTAL OBSERVATIONS

Did you know there are over 4000 wetlands within the City limits? Please report observations of amphibians (calls, sightings) via the smartphone application when visiting any wetland within the City.

Download the app for Iphone or Android by searching "Call of the Wetland" on Google Play or App Store

Things to know about the app:

The app relies on the GPS in your smartphone to record location, so this feature must be turned on, along with other permissions the app requests.
You do NOT need internet access to use the app, data is stored on your smartphone and then uploaded once you are in a service area or connected to wifi.
Your app needs to be open for data to upload, so remember to keep it open once you are in a service area.

Review amphibian identification guide on the website or app.

Take your phone with you on walks where you may encounter a wetland

Submit an observation if you hear or see an amphibian

If you run into any issues please see the contact information page or the contact information on the App.

Go outside and enjoy the Call of the Wetland!

PARTICIPATING BY SHARING AN ARTICLE OR PHOTOGRAPH

You can also participate by submitting an article to our local coordinator. Articles can include writings, drawings, photographs, poems, and stories about wetlands and amphibians. You could write about wetlands you’ve visited, species you’ve encounter, and your adventures answering the Call of the wetland. We encourage all ages to submit an article for a chance to have the article on our website and social media!

Please submit your article to the local coordinator at info@callofthewetland.ca