Spectacular Nature Day!
April 30th 10 am-2 pm at the Intervale Center
ALL ARE WELCOME. Whether you're a regular visitor of the Greater Burlington natural areas or have always wanted to explore, there are plenty of engaging opportunities to participate in!
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City Nature Challenge: a self-guided bioblitz challenge using the iNaturalist app. Observe the species active in our area and see what you can discover! Naturalists will be available for guidance or see our iNaturalist resources!
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Planting events: help plant young fiddlehead (ostrich) ferns in the forest!
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Sustainable foraging: learn harvesting practices for foraging plants and enjoy eating them! Japanese Knotweed ice cream, anyone?🍦
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Tabling: learn about nature and climate action initiatives from our tabling partners such as Burlington Wildways, Grow Wild, and others!
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Birding, special guests and more!
Registration is encouraged, so sign up at the link above!
What to bring:
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Water and snacks
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Comfortable closed-toed shoes recommended
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Insect repellent
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Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)
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Work gloves if you have them
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Cell phone
(if participating in City Nature Challenge, the iNaturalist app is required)
Location:
Burlington Intervale at the Intervale center. (180 Intervale Rd, Burlington, VT 05401) Parking is available in the visitors parking lot. Find the welcome table and then explore!
PLEASE NOTE: all dogs must remain on-leash.