BioBlitz - Engage with local nature, meet your neighbours, speak to experts

Come and join us at the ACE/Grow Well community garden, find nature and connection with like minded people, refreshments available.
About this Event

A BioBlitz is a community event where people work together to find and identify as many living species as possible in a specific area over a set period—often 24 hours, but sometimes just a few hours or several days.

The goal is to create a "snapshot" of local biodiversity by recording plants, animals, fungi, insects, and other organisms.

Typical participants include:

• Scientists and naturalists who help identify species.
• Volunteers of all ages, from beginners to experienced birders or botanists.
• Students and families who want to learn about nature.

During a BioBlitz, participants might:

• Photograph plants, insects, birds, fungi, or reptiles.
• Record sightings using apps such as iNaturalist.
• Collect data on where and when species are found.
• Learn from experts through guided walks and demonstrations.

The information gathered can help:

• Monitor changes in biodiversity over time.
• Detect invasive or rare species.
• Support conservation and park management.
• Increase public awareness and appreciation of local ecosystems.

For example, a BioBlitz in a city park might uncover over 500 different species in a single weekend—from wildflowers and mosses to butterflies, spiders, birds, and mushrooms—many of which visitors never realized were there.

In short, a BioBlitz combines science, education, and outdoor exploration, making it a fun way for communities to contribute to real biodiversity research.