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2024 Europe and Eurasia Autumn Tree (Phenology) Campaign Starts
As autumn arrives, trees across Europe and Eurasia burst into vibrant shades of yellow and red, preparing for their winter rest. Their leaves gradually change color and fall in a process known as green-down. But when does this happen in different parts of the region? Students participating in the Autumn Tree (Phenology) Campaign have the chance to find out.
Running from September to November, the autumn campaign offers three short activities designed to guide school teams through the greening-down of trees. Students will also have the opportunity to share their findings with the international community, learn how to measure tree height, and even discover autumn change in the context of the global carbon cycle.
To join the campaign, schools are encouraged to register by 13 September. The campaign is specifically for students from the Europe and Eurasia region. To assist teachers in guiding their students, a special webinar will be held on 23 September, providing all the necessary information about the campaign.
Seven Years of Successful Tree Observations
The European Phenology Campaign has successfully involved students and teachers in observing and recording seasonal changes in trees for seven years now. Earlier this year, the Spring Tree Campaign engaged 300 schools from 24 countries, with around 4,200 students watching trees as they woke up from their winter sleep and learning about the link between trees and climate. They contributed their data to the GLOBE database, which is a valuable resource for both school projects and scientific research.
With the start of the Autumn Tree Campaign, students and teachers are once again encouraged to go outside and observe how trees prepare for winter. This campaign continues to be a vital way for students across Europe and Eurasia to learn about nature and contribute to important climate research.