Bioblitz at parc-nature Harwood
The Ville de Vaudreuil-Dorion invites residents to take part in a bioblitz at parc-nature Harwood. During this activity, participants will help document the biodiversity of Vaudreuil-Dorion while contributing to urban conservation efforts.
What is a bioblitz?
A bioblitz is a citizen science activity aimed at documenting as many species as possible within a specific area and over a defined period of time. It provides an excellent opportunity for the public to reconnect with nature while contributing valuable data to scientific research and the conservation of natural environments.
Schedule
Saturday, July 11
- Block 1: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Block 2: 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
In case of rain, the activity will still take place, but workshops will be adapted accordingly.
Location: Parc-nature Harwood (3900, route Harwood)
No registration required
Free
Block 1
| Time | Activities |
|---|---|
| 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Workshop 1: Observation of butterflies, caterpillars, and pollinating insects on flowers with Jean-François Dubuc |
| Workshop 2: Discovering birds of prey and observing birdlife with Pierre Molina |
Block 2
| Time | Activities |
|---|---|
| 8 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. | Presentation: How to observe nocturnal insects? with Jean-François Dubuc |
| 8:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Pause |
| 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. | Workshop: Observation of nocturnal insects using light traps with Jean-François Dubuc |
Steps to follow
- Download the iNaturalist app (available for Android and iPhone).
- Photograph the species you find.
- Upload your photos to the app and add details for species identification.
How to upload an observation on the iNaturalist app?
What to bring
- Closed-toe shoes, boots, or hiking shoes
- Long pants
- Weather-appropriate clothing (e.g., rain gear if it rains)
- Binoculars (if you have them)
- Water bottle or reusable cup
