BioBlitz with the Native Plant Society | Saturday, September 12 | 10 a.m. – Noon | Blue Cypress Park

Discover the Biodiversity of Blue Cypress Park

Join us for a BioBlitz with our local Native Plant Society – Ixia! (RSVP here!)

Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or simply curious about the natural world, this event is your chance to explore a local ecosystem, discover the incredible diversity of life around us, and contribute to real conservation science. We’re inviting volunteers, citizen scientists, and nature lovers of all ages to help document the plants, animals, and fungi found throughout Blue Cypress Park.

What is a Bioblitz?

A Bioblitz is a fast-paced, collaborative biodiversity survey where participants work together to find, identify, and document as many species as possible within a designated area.

No special expertise is required. Just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm for nature!

The main gathering kicks off at 10 a.m. and will be led by Adam Arendell, Director of the Ixia Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society and Dryden Mills from St. Johns Riverkeeper. They will guide participants around the loop trail, pointing out interesting species and helping you get the most out of your observations.

You’re welcome to explore at your own pace, whether you want to join the group or venture out on your own.

Document Your Discoveries with iNaturalist

All observations will be recorded using the iNaturalist smartphone app, a free platform that helps people identify and document species while contributing valuable data to scientists and conservationists.

New to iNaturalist? No problem! We’ll provide a quick introduction to the app, along with tips for making high-quality observations.

Before you arrive, please create an iNaturalist account if you don’t already have one – https://www.inaturalist.org/.

Come explore, learn, and help document the natural world right here in our own backyard!

RSVP

This is a free event, but please let us know you plan to join us!