KBS BioBlitz
with support from local organizations, scientists, naturalists, volunteers, and donors
Saturday, June 15, 2024
9 a.m. - 3 p.m., ET
W.K. Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) Bird Sanctuary
Augusta, MI 49012
All registered BioBlitz participants will receive free entry into the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.
Individuals and groups not taking part in the BioBlitz event will be required to pay admission fees.
On Saturday, June 15, join KBS naturalists and local scientists to explore and document the diversity of life, or “biodiversity”, of the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary during our BioBlitz event! Visit local organizations to learn about their work, upcoming events, and how to get involved in local conservation efforts.
Sanctuary BioBlitz Goals:
- To collect data for KBS faculty research and foster an appreciation for biodiversity with the public through hands-on exploration and citizen science.
- To provide valuable baseline data to the KBS conservation efforts on the distribution of species on the Sanctuary property.
- To bring attention to the value of waterfowl and other organisms in the Sanctuary and to protect these resources for the education and enjoyment of all guests.
- All ages are welcome; bring the whole family!
- Anyone who wants to improve their naturalist and identification knowledge and or skills; including families, community groups, and nature enthusiasts.
What if I don’t know anything? No problem! Both the a.m. and p.m. sessions include a brief tutorial on how to use the iNaturalist app on your phone. Each group will also have a lead expert and/or scientist to help with identification.
How: Register before the day of the event in order to choose the species you’re most interested in surveying.
Location: Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, 12685 E C Ave., Augusta, MI 49012
Where to meet: All BioBlitz participants will meet at the BioBlitz tent near the Sanctuary parking lot. Please arrive 30 minutes before your survey time for a brief orientation.
Schedule of Events:
Midmorning surveys (Eastern Daylight Time)
- 9-30 a.m. - Welcome and check-in
- 9:30-9:45 a.m. Introduction to iNaturalist and Field Teams
- 9:45 -10 a.m. Join Field Teams
- 10-11:30 a.m. Field Teams Depart
- Field Team Options
- Bees, Field Team
- Birds (Prairie) Field Team
- Butterfly, Field Team
- Dragonflies, Field Team
- Herps, Field Team (9:45 - noon)
- Living on the edge, Field Team
- Self-guided iNaturalist Observations
- Field Team Options
Lunch Break (Eastern Daylight Time)
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch will not be provided, please bring a sack lunch
Afternoon surveys (Eastern Daylight Time)
- 12:30-12:45 p.m. Introduction to iNaturalist and Field Teams
- 12:45- 1 p.m. Join Field Teams p.m.
- Field Teams Depart
- Field Team Options
- Aquatic macroinvertebrates, Field Team
- Birds (Forest), Field Team
- Bugs in the trees, beat sheets Field Team
- Insect traveling across country pitfall traps, Field Team
- Plants, Field Team
- Tree, Field Team
- Self-guided iNaturalist Observations
- Field Team Options
- 2:45-3 p.m. What did we find? Celebration and time to mingle with other BioBlitz'ers
The BioBlitz planning team looks forward to seeing you!
Please register for a Field Team(s) you'd like to join. You may register for one-morning field team, one-afternoon field team, or one for both the morning and afternoon sessions.
Each individual in your group, family or party will need to register individually.
Additional details will be provided the week prior to the event. Please email communityrelations@kbs.msu.edu with any questions.
Registration for KBS BioBlitz is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on June 12, 2024.
Registration for KBS BioBlitz is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on June 1, 2024.
Accommodations
Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.