San Geronimo Ridge Serpentine Bioblitz– Saturday, June 9, 9am
Hosted by Marin County Parks and One Tam
Join Marin County Parks and One Tam at Gary Giacomini Preserve as we try to identify and document every living species we see! Hone your naturalist skills, learn to use the iNaturalist smartphone app, and contribute valuable data about the region’s biodiversity. San Geronimo Ridge has some beautiful serpentine habitats, and you will get an opportunity to learn from local experts about the unique plants and their pollinators!

We will be taking observations in the field from 9 AM to 12:30 PM, and then return to the San Geronimo Valley Community Center to have lunch, upload observations, discuss identifications, and win prizes at a free raffle! This optional afternoon session goes until 3 PM.

Ages, Skills, and What to Bring:
– This bioblitz is recommended for ages 10 and up; anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
– Closed-toe shoes are required. Bring layers in case of weather changes, and be sure to bring a hat and sunscreen.
– Bring a lunch and water. Snacks will be provided.
– It is recommended that you bring a smartphone with the free iNaturalist app downloaded. Pairing up is also an option, and we will have some tablets for teams to use as well.
– No experience necessary! Training and guidance will be provided.

Meeting location: San Geronimo Valley Community Center, 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.  Park in the Lagunitas School Lot directly behind the Community Center.  We will carpool in park vehicles from the Community Center up to the survey sites.
Contact information: Rosa Schneider, 415-484-3164 or [email protected]
iNaturalist link:  https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/san-geronimo-ridge-bioblitz