Protocol Resources

This page provides the latest protocol documents and guidance for implementing CrustNet protocols.

Protocol PDF

CrustNet Protocol v9 (November 2025) - full protocol PDF (all tiers)

Effort Calculator

CrustNet Effort Calculator - Checkbox interface to show estimated field time, supply lists, number of samples generated, and co-authorship on papers.

iNaturalist

CrustNet iNaturalist Project - This iNaturalist project is for CrustNet participants to document biocrust species and to seek ID help.