ODNR Division of Wildlife - Wild Resources - Old Woman Creek - Bio Blitz

Bio Blitz 2009

WHAT

All are invited to team up with scientists to conduct a 24 hour biological survey of these protected areas in Erie County.  Discover nature by being a scientist for a day and learn how protecting biodiversity benefits Lake Erie and your community.

Scientists and naturalists will lead several hands-on programs for the public to assist with collection and identification of butterflies, small mammals, fish, snakes, turtles, plants, owls and other birds, snails, insects, and earthworms throughout the event, including hikes and a guided canoe tour.  

Bio Blitz Learning Opportunities:
  • Assist investigators with data collection
  • Learn scientific collection techniques
  • Enter, catalogue, and report data

Download the program flyer



WHEN

Various times between Thursday, July 30 9:00am and Friday July 31 9:00am  View program schedule



WHERE

Programs offered at three locations:

  • Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve 2514 Cleveland Road East Huron, Ohio 44839
  • Edison Woods MetroPark 10186 Ceylon Rd (SR 61), Berlin Heights, OH  44014
  • Hoffman Forest MetroPark 5313 Huff Rd, Berlin Heights, OH  44014 


WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Adults and children (accompanied by parent or guardian) interested in discovering nature


FEES

There is no charge to participate in the Bio Blitz


REGISTRATION

Appreciated but not required.  Call (419) 433-4601

PROGRAM CONTACT

Phoebe Van Zoest
Education Specialist
Old Woman Creek NERR
2514 Cleveland Road East
Huron, Ohio 44839
(419) 433-4601