Beginning in the summer of 2022, the Central Algoma Land Trust began surveying for bats across its protected areas using automated bat detection devices. These units are deployed in the field to remotely monitor bat activity over extended periods, providing a consistent, low-disturbance way to document where and when bats are present. The devices work by recording the high-frequency ultrasonic echolocation calls that bats emit while navigating and foraging. Because different species produce distinctive call patterns, the recordings can later be analyzed to help identify which bats are using each site and to estimate relative levels of activity. The program is also encouraging community members to submit their own bat sightings as well as conduct education about bats.