The Conservation Halton BioBlitz is a new event being launched in 2010 to celebrate the International Year of Biodiversity. It will take place at Hilton Falls Conservation Area and features two days of activities.

The BioBlitz Fun Day offers activities for the whole family to enjoy and is an opportunity to learn about nature. The BioBlitz Naturalist Challenge will see teams of bird watchers, bug counters and plant afficianados compete to find the most of each species.

BioBlitz Fun Day - June 19, 2010, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In celebration of the International Year of Biodiversity, Conservation Halton is holding a BioBlitz Fun Day at Hilton Falls Conservation Area. Come out and enjoy themed guided hikes, guest speakers, birds of prey demonstrations, family activities, a BBQ lunch and much more. Additional details to follow.

Contact: Liz Wren, 905-336-1158 ext. 284

BioBlitz Naturalist Challenge - June 19-20, 2010

Put together a team and compete in Conservation Halton's first BioBlitz Naturalist Challenge! Put together a team or sign up individually and identify all that you can over the two days. Prizes for biggest species list, rarest bird and more. Specialized hikes and demonstrations on dragonflies/damselflies, bat mist netting and others will be available for participants to take part in.

Contact: Nigel Finney, 905-336-1158 ext. 305 | Registration closes on June 17th 2010 | Click here to find out more