Wildlife cameras, called “camera traps” by wildlife biologists, collect real world data that can be used to spark student curiosity and engagement in the world around them. Using cameras around your school is a unique way to introduce a variety of ecological and biological concepts.
- Grades: K-12
- Time: Multiple class periods across school year, also as a club or afterschool activity
Introduction to Camera Trapping
A short introduction on how and why camera taps are used.
Image Management
Learn the different ways wildlife camera images and data can be managed.
Setup Video
Watch a video on how to setup your camera. Video has close captioning and sign language translation.