Mosquito Bucket Challenge

The City of Maumee Environmental and Tree Advisory Commission invites residents to a hands on Mosquito Bucket Challenge & Citizen Science App Workshop on Monday, June 23 at 6:00 PM at the Maumee Branch Library. The event is designed to help residents learn simple, low cost ways to reduce mosquito populations without spraying, while also contributing to global scientific research.

The workshop will be led by Jodi Haney, who will demonstrate how “mosquito buckets” work—an effective, environmentally friendly method for reducing mosquito breeding sites. The first 30 attendees will receive materials to take home and set up their own mosquito bucket.

Participants will also learn to use the GLOBE Observer Mosquito Habitat Mapper, a citizen science smartphone app that guides users through identifying standing water, checking for mosquito larvae, documenting conditions with photos, and uploading observations to a global database. These contributions help scientists track mosquito populations and support public health efforts.

Information from the Toledo Area Sanitary District will also be available for residents who want to learn more about local mosquito control and prevention.