Take Flight with Flyways: Libraries and Others Across the Nation Soar into Bird Citizen Science
SciStarter and HHMI Tangled Bank Studios have joined forces to create the Flyways Citizen Science Program, an initiative that aims to engage communities worldwide in the study and conservation of migratory birds.
By visiting the Flyways page on SciStarter, anyone, anywhere in the world can learn more about the Flyways film, discover how to screen the film for their community, and find bird-related citizen science materials to galvanize real scientific research that empowers bird conservation.
The Flyways Citizen Science Program is designed to inspire action and foster a deeper understanding of the importance of migratory birds and their habitats.
Join a Flyways Webinar
To prepare for the fall bird migration, a special Flyways webinar will be held on August 27. This webinar will provide an overview of the Flyways program, highlight the importance of bird conservation, and offer insights into how communities can get involved.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more and get inspired!
Libraries, community-based organizations, and individuals alike are invited to attend. Register for the webinar here.
Libraries Lead the Way with the Flyways Citizen Science Program
Thanks to grant support from HHMI Tangled Bank Studios, libraries across the United States are hosting events and leading initiatives featuring the acclaimed film Flyways and related citizen science projects.
Get involved! One of the participating libraries might be near you.
- Library! at Hillcrest, Boise, Idaho
- Address: 5246 W Overland Rd, Boise, Idaho 83705
- Website: Library! at Hillcrest
- Algoma Public Library, Algoma, Wisconsin
- Address: 406 Fremont St, Algoma, Wisconsin 54201
- Website: Algoma Public Library
- The Southworth Library Association, Dryden, New York
- Address: 24 West Main St, Dryden, New York 13053
- Website: The Southworth Library Association
- Starkville-Oktibbeha County Public Library System, Starkville, Mississippi
- Address: 326 University Dr, Starkville, Mississippi 39759
- Website: Starkville-Oktibbeha County Public Library System
- Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library (a branch of First Regional Library), Oxford, Mississippi
- Address: 401 Bramlett Boulevard, Oxford, Mississippi 38655
- Website: First Regional Library
- McKillop Library, Newport, Rhode Island
- Address: 100 Ochre Point Ave, Newport, Rhode Island 02840
- Website: McKillop Library
- Wilton Public Library, Wilton, Iowa
- Address: 1215 Cypress St, Wilton, Iowa 52778
- Website: Wilton Public Library
- Shepherdstown Public Library, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
- Address: 145 Higbee Ln, Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443
- Website: Shepherdstown Public Library
- Helen Keller Public Library, Tuscumbia, Alabama
- Address: 511 N Main St, Tuscumbia, Alabama 35674
- Website: Helen Keller Public Library
- Baca Grande Library, Crestone, Colorado
- Address: 67487 County Rd T, Crestone, Colorado 81131
- Website: Baca Grande Library
- Library System of Bradford County, Pennsylvania
- Address: P.O. Box 9, New Albany, Pennsylvania 18833
- Website: Library System of Bradford County
- Ringwood Public Library, Ringwood, New Jersey
- Address: 30 Cannici Dr, Ringwood, New Jersey 07456
- Website: Ringwood Public Library
- Waterford Public Library, Waterford, Connecticut
- Address: 49 Rope Ferry Rd, Waterford, Connecticut 06385
- Website: Waterford Public Library
- SUNY Fredonia / Barker Commons, Fredonia, New York
- Address: 280 Central Ave / 7 Day St, Fredonia, New York 14063
- Website: SUNY Fredonia / Barker Commons
- Lester Public Library of Rome, Rome, Wisconsin
- Address: 1157 Rome Center Dr, Nekoosa, Wisconsin 54457
- Website: Lester Public Library of Rome
- Markesan Public Library, Markesan, Wisconsin
- Address: 75 N Bridge St, Markesan, Wisconsin 53946
- Website: Markesan Public Library
- Green Forest Public Library, Green Forest, Arkansas
- Address: 206 E Main St, Green Forest, Arkansas 72638
- Website: Green Forest Public Library
- Greenburgh Public Library, Greenburgh, New York
- Address: 300 Tarrytown Rd, Elmsford, New York 10523
- Website: Greenburgh Public Library
- Concord Free Public Library, Concord, Massachusetts
- Address: 129 Main St, Concord, Massachusetts 01742
- Website: Concord Free Public Library
- Putnam County Public Library District, Illinois
- Address: 214 S McCoy St, Granville, Illinois 61326
- Website: Putnam County Public Library District
- Anaheim Public Library – Sunkist Branch, Anaheim, California
- Address: 901 S Sunkist, Anaheim, California 92806
- Website: Anaheim Public Library – Sunkist Branch
- Moorestown Library, Moorestown, New Jersey
- Address: 111 W 2nd St, Moorestown, New Jersey 08057
- Website: Moorestown Library
- Lakewood Memorial Library, Lakewood, New York
- Address: 12 W Summit St, Lakewood, New York 14750
- Website: Lakewood Memorial Library
- Kenosha Public Library, Kenosha, Wisconsin
- Address: 7979 38th Ave, Kenosha, Wisconsin 53142
- Website: Kenosha Public Library
- Pass Christian Public Library, Pass Christian, Mississippi
- Address: 111 Hiern Ave, Pass Christian, Mississippi 39571
- Website: Pass Christian Public Library
- Lester Public Library, Two Rivers, Wisconsin
- Address: 1001 Adams St, Two Rivers, Wisconsin 54241
- Website: Lester Public Library
Join the Movement
For more information about the Flyways Citizen Science Program and upcoming events at your local library, visit the library’s website to contact them directly. This is an exciting opportunity to get involved in citizen science, learn more about migratory birds, and make a tangible impact on conservation efforts.
Not near a participating library? Use free resources on the SciStarter Flyways page to host your own event. You could also apply to become a SciStarter ambassador and use that support to further your Flyways efforts.
About the Organizations
SciStarter: A globally recognized platform that connects people to thousands of citizen science projects, events, and tools, promoting public engagement in scientific research and innovation. Through SciStarter, individuals can find and participate in a wide range of citizen science projects that contribute to meaningful scientific research.
HHMI Tangled Bank Studios: A film production company dedicated to producing inspiring and educational science films. Their mission is to illuminate the beauty and complexity of the natural world and to foster a deeper understanding of science through storytelling. The “Flyways” film is a testament to their commitment to raising awareness about environmental and conservation issues. HHMI Tangled Bank Studios has also collaborated with SciStarter on the Wild Hope citizen science program.