Built for Conservation Programs

Every feature designed to make stream monitoring easier for program coordinators and volunteers alike.

Core Capabilities

GPS-Verified Photos

Automatically capture location coordinates with every photo. No more guessing where photos were taken or manually recording GPS points.

  • Automatic GPS tagging on every photo
  • Verify volunteers are at correct sites
  • Map view of all monitoring locations

Works Offline

Designed for remote field work. Capture photos and data without cell service, then sync automatically when you're back online.

  • Full functionality without internet
  • Automatic sync when connected
  • No data loss in remote areas

One-Click Reports

Generate state-compliant water quality reports in minutes. Pre-configured templates match your existing reporting requirements.

  • State-compliant report templates
  • Export to PDF, Excel, or CSV
  • Include photos with GPS data

Everything You Need for Stream Monitoring

Smart Photo Documentation

Capture consistent, high-quality documentation that tells the story of your streams over time.

Guided Photo Capture

Prompts ensure volunteers capture upstream, downstream, and any notable conditions consistently.

Field Notes

Add observations about water clarity, wildlife sightings, erosion, or any other relevant conditions.

Automatic Timestamps

Every photo is timestamped, creating a reliable timeline of stream conditions.

Photo capture interface preview

Volunteer dashboard preview

Volunteer Management Made Simple

Coordinate your volunteer monitoring network without the usual headaches.

Easy Volunteer Onboarding

Simple invitation system - volunteers can start documenting in minutes, not hours.

Site Assignments

Assign specific monitoring sites to volunteers and track who's covering what.

Activity Tracking

See volunteer contribution metrics for grant applications and recognition programs.

Visual Data Analysis

Turn your photo documentation into actionable insights about stream health trends.

Photo Timelines

View how each monitoring site changes over time with side-by-side photo comparisons.

Map Visualization

See all your monitoring sites on an interactive map with recent activity indicators.

Trend Identification

Spot patterns like seasonal changes, storm impacts, or gradual degradation.

Data visualization preview

Built with Security & Compliance in Mind

Your data stays secure and you stay compliant with state reporting requirements.

Secure Data Storage

All data encrypted at rest and in transit

Government Ready

Meets government security standards

Audit Trail

Complete history of all data changes

Regular Backups

Your data is always safe and recoverable

See Field Grounds in Action

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