Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin teems with life. There is a wide variety of wildlife – birds, mammals, insects, amphibians – and plant life – trees, shrubs, flowers – that changes with the seasons. So, you never know what you’ll find!
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Step one
A. Come to Austin Rowing Club. B. Check out your Explore Card at Paddling Desk (downstairs, facing the lake).
Step two
A. Open your eyes! B. Note what you are seeing on your Explore Card. C. You can also note what you hear!
Step three
Photograph your Explore Card (don't forget back side, if you used it!)
Step four
Scan QR code to upload your Explore Card, take a brief survey, and earn your Badges!
Step five
Take photos with your phone or camera, share on iNaturalist (a free app) to learn more about the species you've seen.
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