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Join Sheldrake for our first-ever Backyard Bioblitz, a week-long citizen-science project, where you (and your family) are the scientists gathering data.

Bioblitzes aim to find, identify, and record as many species as possible throughout the plant, fungus, and animal kingdoms over a short period of time, getting an accurate snapshot of an area’s overall biodiversity. A bioblitz allows scientists, naturalists, families, students, teachers, scout troops, and other community members to work together. We’re especially excited to inaugurate our backyard bioblitz this year, as it allows us to enjoy and reinforce our connectivity to nature in a safe and socially distanced format.

Sheldrake’s bioblitz will take place during the week of July 12-18 in your backyard or neighborhood! Participation is open to anyone in Westchester County. Get the details here, and register below. We’ll follow up with additional information about your participation.

Yes–you can join after July 12–it’s not too late!

To make a donation to support Sheldrake’s commitment to nature education, visit Join/Give.

Sheldrake Backyard Bioblitz 2020

Are you a Sheldrake member?*
- Yes
- No
Your Name*
First Last
Number of people on your bioblitz team*
Participant age(s)*
What are the ages of the oldest and youngest members of your team?
Team Name
Phone*
Email*
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Photography Permission*
I give Sheldrake permission to share the pictures that I submit for this program for educational and/or marketing purposes such as on its website, in newsletters, and/or on social media. I understand that we will not be identified by name unless we wish to be.
Facebook Access*
At least one member of my team has a Facebook account.
How did you hear about this program?*