In this Journey, you will: 

1. Find out how citizen scientists make observations, collect data and help scientists conduct scientific research 

2. Do 3 citizen science activities: Make observations about your environment, create a community field guide and a SciStarter project 

3. Plan a Take Action project that helps others. 

If you're a Girl Scout volunteer, go to the Volunteer Toolkit for complete meeting plans and activity instructions. 

Learn more about how to earn your Take Action Award—and help your community—with the Girl Scout Take Action Guide. Then use your leadership skills to earn your Silver and Gold Awards!