CitSciOz23: Adam Smith

Adam Smith, Reef Ecologic
Citizen science expeditions are an opportunity for a group of like-minded travellers to share knowledge and be trained in diverse techniques and complement science and management efforts by actively engaging in activities to help monitor, understand, and protect the Reef.
Each year the EcoTourism Hall of Fame recognised expedition operator Coral Expeditions (based in Cairns) partners with Australian Geographic to facilitate a dedicated citizen science expedition to bring local and international tourists and scientists together. This year the team and stakeholders included Reef Ecologic, Citizens of the GBR, Queensland Museum Network, Museum of Underwater Art, James Cook University, Reef Check Australia, iNaturalist and traditional owners.
The 14-day voyage onboard small expedition ship Coral Discoverer departs from Cairns on 23 October and returns 6 November, and is limited to 60 guests, scientists, and communicators.
This presentation will cover the highlights, methods, and preliminary results of the 2023 Coral Expedition.