Remote Sensing
Welcome to Remote Sensing! In this event, participants will demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of remote sensing and interpret imagery, data, and maps related to Earth observation.
The information below should not be interpreted as an extension of the rules. You can find free online copies of the current rules for download on the 2027 Rules page of the Science Olympiad website. The official rules in the current Rules Manual take precedence. This event is graciously supported by the Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS).
Resources & Links
Current Season Resources
- Coming soon!
Previous Seasons Resources
- '26 Sample Activity
- Remote Sensing Topic List
- Map Use Study Resources
- Fundamentals of Remote Sensing - NASA ARSET
- Fundamentals of Remote Sensing - Canada Centre for Remote Sensing
- USGS Remote Sensing Resources
- Eyes on Earth LandSat Podcast
- Earth Observatory Kids
- LandSat Activities
- Multi-Resolution Land Characteristics
- Platforms for Satellite data/imagery
Science Olympiad Store Materials
Practice Problems & Tests
- Practice Test - 2026 BullSO Invitational
- Practice Test - 2026 Berkeley Invitational
- Practice Test - 2026 Pembroke Hill Invitational
Event Supervisor Resources
In addition to the resources on the Event Supervisors page, Remote Sensing Event Supervisors should be sure to use the following resources:
- Event Logistics Resource - coming soon!