{"id":1557,"date":"2026-06-02T21:48:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T21:48:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/?page_id=1557"},"modified":"2026-06-03T20:57:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T20:57:12","slug":"gis-for-ecological-monitoring-pathway","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/internships\/gis-for-ecological-monitoring-pathway\/","title":{"rendered":"Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Ecological Monitoring Pathway"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway001-standard-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GIS CoSEE interns, Max (left), Aysha (middle), Dan (right) showcasing their work at this past April Showcase event.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway007-standard-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An AQI sensor on a tree collecting data in Saint Edward State Park, put on the tree by Dan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This pathway focuses on applying GIS tools to support ecological monitoring, restoration, and land stewardship at Saint Edward State Park. Interns contribute to ongoing spatial data projects that inform conservation efforts, guide restoration work, and enhance understanding of the park\u2019s ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interns collaborate with CoSEE staff and work closely with Dr. Santiago Lopez to collect, manage, analyze, and visualize geospatial data. The work emphasizes real-world application of GIS skills in a dynamic field setting, supporting both internal projects and community-facing resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Projects may include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Conduct monthly field-based data collection to support ongoing GIS projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create, update, and maintain digital maps of park features and ecological data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Map invasive species distributions and track priority native species across the park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop comprehensive GIS layers and datasets for Saint Edward State Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze spatial data to support restoration planning and ecological monitoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate GIS into CoSEE programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create accessible maps and visualizations for education, outreach, and decision-making<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway002-standard-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">AQI sensors that were put up by Dan around Saint Edward State Park to measure temperature changes and air quality.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway008-standard-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dan, a GIS CoSEE Intern, showing the materials that he uses to help guide him in mapping and placing AQI sensors throughout Saint Edward State Park.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Past project highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">UW Bothell intern working with Lake Sammamish State Park to help map invasive species<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Max supported the Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park with the mapping of key native, invasive, and planted species within the park. His work included using Field Maps and Arc GIS Pro and creating maps for both internal and external use. He collected all the data, created the maps and then gather feedback from stakeholders to improve the usability of the maps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a20a31a8dff4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a20a31a8dff4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" 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0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A map created by Max, showing locations of invasive plant species located in the Bat Box Meadow Restoration Site at Lake Sammamish.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">UW Bothell AmeriCorps intern helping collect data through new sensors at St. Edwards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dan has been supporting the work of Dr. Santiago Lopez in Saint Edward State Park collecting light and temperature data from sensors located at key points within the park. Dan helped expand the sensor program by placing an additional 15 sensors all over the park and supporting with creating a clear internal use path map to gather all the data in the most efficient way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1597\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway003-standard-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dan, a CoSEE intern, out in the field putting the AQI sensors around the park.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2026\/06\/uwb-cosee-gis-pathway004-standard-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dan in the field with equipment that he is using to find the spots to put the AQI sensors after working with Dr. Santiago Lopez.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Blogs on this pathway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/2025\/04\/11\/a-more-meaningful-map\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn about a&nbsp;Mapping 101 event&nbsp;that was hosted at Saint Edwards State Park<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This pathway focuses on applying GIS tools to support ecological monitoring, restoration, and land stewardship at Saint Edward State Park. 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