 Everyone is invited to help find and record biodiversity at Minneapolis parks - and don't worry: You don't need to be a scientist!
This fall's BioBlitz adventures focus on animal tracking and birds. See event details and more about BioBlitzes below.
Fall Family Animal Tracking
This BioBlitz is geared to families with kids ages 6-12.
North Mississippi Regional Park
Saturday, November 15, 1 to 2:30 pm
Bird Walk with the Urban Bird Collective
Join the Urban Bird Collective (UBC) as we explore to see which birds are stopping by or sticking around on their migration journeys. The UBC creates a welcoming and inclusive space that centers BIPOC and the LGBTQIA+ communities in order to realize and reap the benefits of being out in the natural environment while building birdwatching skills.
In alignment with that mission, this event is open to all and aims to make space specifically for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ participants. Read more about the UBC's mission and vision.
Minnehaha Regional Park
Saturday, November 15, 9 to 11 am
Fall Animal Tracking with the Minnesota Tracking Club
Minnehaha Regional Park
Sunday November 23, 9 to11 am
Fall Animal Tracking with Bill Kass
Theodore Wirth Park
Sunday December 7, 9 - 11 am
What's a BioBlitz?
Naturalists from the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) and local experts provide guidance to identify all kinds of organisms, including:
- Insects - Birds - Plants & Trees - Mammals - Fungi - Aquatic invertebrates - Reptiles & amphibians - and more
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Join friends, neighbors and others (you don't have to be a scientist!)
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Explore and discover the biodiversity of Minneapolis parks
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Collaborate with local experts and naturalists from the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB)
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Identify as many plants, animals, and organisms as possible
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Use microscopes, magnifying glasses, binoculars and other provided tools
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Create a snapshot of the variety of life at a specific place and point in time
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Contribute valuable data for scientists and researchers
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All ages are welcome - youth under 14 must be accompanied by an adult
Learn more about MPRB's two-year BioBlitz program at
Find more MPRB nature programs and activities at
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