Citizens can be involved in scientific research and become Citizen Scientists, an effective way to collect data while enjoying nature. New technologies and online platforms provide valuable tools that enhance citizens collaboration with other naturalists and scientists and support the public’s engagement with science. This interaction and process increases the knowledge of citizen scientists on different topics they are interested in and involved in, but also connects them to nature!

Through the Thermaikos Biodiversity Project we will transform snorkelling tours into an experience of exploring marine biodiversity in shallow waters. Participants will be informed about the local marine biodiversity, followed by their experiential interaction with it during snorkelling tours! In addition, by promoting the iNaturalist platform among them, they will be introduced to Citizen Science and guided to easily share their observations and become members of the biggest community of naturalists globally.