OMB control number
Using Web and Mobile-based Applications During NPS Citizen Science Events
OMB 1024-0275 · DOI/NPS.
OMB 1024-0275
The National Park Service (NPS) is requesting approval to use mobile and web-based applications (e.g., iNaturalist, eBird, etc.) as a means to record on-site species observations during NPS sponsored citizen science events. iNaturalist and eBird are third-party websites that allow the public to provide observations that include locations, photographs, and sound. Both of these platforms are currently being used by visitors in parks. OMB approval will allow parks to sponsor events and use the tools to collect data during the events.The participation of citizen scientists via iNaturalist provides immediate on-site input that is often not available with the current level of NPS staffing.
The latest form for Using Web and Mobile-based Applications During NPS Citizen Science Events expires 2029-07-31 and is listed under ICR 202602-1024-003.
Latest Forms, Documents, and Supporting Material
| Document | Type |
|---|---|
 1024-0275 SSA 2.3.2026.docx | Supporting Statement A |
 1024-0275 30-Day FRN (91 FR 15629).pdf | Supplementary Document |
| DI-4001-a1978593MT.pdf | Supplementary Document |
| 1024-0275 60-day FRN 11-10-2022 87 FR 67955.pdf | Supplementary Document |
 General Public Observations (eBird) |
Other-NPS Citizen Science Registration Webpage |
| Citizen Science Projects - General Public Observations |
Other-NPS Registration Webpage |
All Historical Document Collections
| Reference | Filing | Received | Concluded | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202602-1024-003 | Extension without change of a currently approved collection | 2026-03-30 | ||
| 202301-1024-001 | Extension without change of a currently approved collection | 2023-02-22 | Approved without change | |
| 201812-1024-003 | Revision of a currently approved collection | 2019-02-27 | Approved without change | |
| 201507-1024-001 | New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number) | 2015-08-25 | Approved with change |
OMB Details
Citizen Science Projects - General Public Observations
Federal Enterprise Architecture: Natural Resources - Recreational Resource Management and Tourism