The Cradle of Forestry BioBlitz

The annual BioBlitz is an event organized by the Cradle of Forestry.  This year’s BioBlitz is scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 9:00am to noon. The objective is to identify as many species of flora and fauna as possible in a designated amount of time in a defined area of the Cradle of Forestry.  Our team of citizen scientists will use the iNaturalist tool to take photos and record observations of every species that we find.  This is a fun way to enjoy one of our unique mountain ecosystems.

Our group will form its own team(s) with a specially designated study location.  In order to help us with planning for the event, we ask that you RSVP so that we can confirm the size of our group to the organizers.   If you think you will join us for the BioBlitz, please reply with a short message to Penelope Reed closedgentian@gmail.com  indicating the names of those participating.  For those coming from the Asheville area, we will meet for carpooling 8:00 am at the Ingles in Mills River in front of the gas pumps.  We look forward to seeing you there! This is open to anyone that would like to join us!