Volume
58
Issue
2
DOI
10.34068/joe.58.02.12
Abstract
White-tailed deer can significantly influence the composition and health of forests. University of Minnesota Extension implemented a citizen science project to help monitor the impact of deer populations on forests. Prior to design of the program, we administered a survey to potential volunteers to understand their perceptions of and knowledge about deer and their willingness to participate in our citizen science project. The survey responses helped us make informed decisions when developing our program, including decisions regarding not having a negative deer message, teaching more information about the impact of deer on vegetation, and providing both in-person and web-based resources for volunteers.
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Recommended Citation
Desprez, J., Russell, M. B., Strauss, A. L., & Meyer, N. J. (2020). Gathering Perceptions to Strengthen Program Planning: A Citizen Science Project Highlighting Deer Impacts on Vegetation. The Journal of Extension, 58(2), Article 12. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.58.02.12
