Photopoint Citizen Science
Okanagan Stewardship Society (OSS) has launched a Photopoint Citizen Science project to engage the public in tracking wildlife habitat restoration progress. At key restoration sites, OSS has installed photopoint monitoring stations, which provide clear instructions for visitors to take photos from a fixed position using their smartphones or cameras. These images, when submitted, will be compiled into a timelapse sequence, allowing our biologists, partners, and the community to visually document changes in habitat conditions over time. By participating, citizen scientists help create a long-term record of ecosystem recovery, providing valuable data to support ongoing conservation efforts.
Thomson Marsh
Thomson Marsh is a wetland found in the heart of the Mission area of Kelowna with easy to access walking trails for all to enjoy its natural beauty. Since 2024, OSS has been partnering with the City of Kelowna along with the Central Okanagan Land Trust to restore the wildlife habitat, through planting of indigenous trees and shrubs. An observation tower was recently built for people to better view and observe the marsh and all who live there.
Access: From Gordon Dr in Kelowna, turn onto Lequime Rd towards MNP Place. You can also access the trails by turning onto Lexington Dr, then turning right onto Lequime Rd.
Want to help us track vegetation changes over time? It's easy! Visit the photo point monitoring stations along the trail at Thomson Marsh. Place your phone in the bracket at photo point monitoring stations (HUGE thank you to volunteer handyman Len Bzdel who constructed these for us) and submit your photos using the submission forms below.
