Teton Valley BioBlitz

Something BIG is coming to Teton Valley—and it’s designed to indulge your curiosity!

Have you ever wondered exactly what is buzzing, blooming, and breathing in your own backyard? From the silent flight of a Great Gray Owl at dusk to a delicate Pasqueflower opening in the morning dew, Teton Valley is teeming with life.

The inaugural Teton Valley BioBlitz is a community exploration and biological treasure hunt happening June 5th and 6th, 2026. Brought to you by the Teton Valley Idaho Master Naturalists and partners, this free event is all about discovery, asking questions, and seeking answers together.

A BioBlitz asks participants to step outside, observe their surroundings, and record their discoveries to help create a living archive of Teton Valley's natural world.

• Expert-assisted Field Explorations (Ages 13+): Join one or more of the sessions offered Friday evening, night and Saturday morning. Some will seek particular species—like bats, insects, or birds—while others explore specific habitats like wetlands and forests. Observations will be entered into iNaturalist. Whether you’re a seasoned scientist, a curious neighbor, or a student explorer, this is for you! No credentials are required—just an interest in the nature of Teton Valley! To ensure safe access to the sites and high-quality data, field sessions are designed for participants ages 13 and up.
• The Conservation Fair (All Ages): Once the morning field sessions wrap up, the excitement moves to our Saturday 1:00pm - 4:00pm Conservation Fair at Basecamp**! Open to the public and nature lovers of every age, the Fair is the heart of our celebration. Join us for presentations from area conservation groups, fascinating displays, hands-on activities, discussions with experts, and more!

During Saturday afternoon's Fair, we will be sharing a rousing recap of the BioBlitz findings—a recognition of our community's achievements and an homage to the incredible diversity of life right here in Teton Valley.

**Basecamp is located in a barn behind the Teton Regional Land Trust offices.

Info: Step into the nocturnal world! Led by bat specialists, these nighttime excursions use acoustic monitoring and observation to track the agile flyers that rule the night skies. You will learn about bat ecology, their critical role in our ecosystem, and how researchers safely identify different species in the dark. Please arrive at Basecamp at 7:30 PM for check-in and briefings.

Info: Discover the hidden shift of pollinators and predators that take over when the sun goes down. Using specialized light setups and observation techniques, entomologists will help you identify a dazzling array of moths, beetles, and other nocturnal insects that are vital to the local food web. Please arrive at Basecamp at 8:30 PM for check-in and briefings.

Info: For the early risers, there is nothing quite like the symphony of the dawn chorus. Head out into the quiet of the morning with expert birders to listen, spot, and document avian life as the valley wakes up. If you are lucky, you might even hear the deep, echoing hoots of a Great Gray Owl wrapping up its night hunt before the songbirds take over. Please arrive at Basecamp at 5:00 AM for check-in, briefings, and complimentary pastries and morning beverages.

Info: Perfect for all-around nature lovers! These comprehensive walks focus on the intricate connections across the habitat. Experts and naturalists will assist you in identifying a broad range of life, from early-season blooms and daytime pollinators to birds, rodents, small mammals, and a variety of other insects, along with animal tracks and signs of wildlife hidden in the landscape. Please arrive at Basecamp at 7:30 AM (1 hour early) for check-in, briefings, and complimentary pastries and morning beverages.

Info: Complimentary lunch at Basecamp for participants in Friday and/or Saturday field explorations.

Info: Once the morning field sessions wrap up, the excitement moves to our afternoon community Conservation Fair at Basecamp! Open to the public and nature lovers of every age, the Fair is the heart of our celebration. Join us for presentations from area conservation groups, fascinating displays, hands-on activities, discussions with experts, and more!

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