On Saturday, July 13th, we will be taking a trip into California to participate in the annual Sagehen Creek Field Station Bioblitz. The blitz will officially run from 9am-12noon. If you wish to carpool, we will meet at 7:30 in the Cabela's parking lot (8650 Boomtown Garson Road, off I80 at Exit 4 near Verdi). We will be leaving at 7:45 SHARP. Address for Sagehen Creek Field Station is 11616 Sage Hen Rd, Truckee, CA 96161.

This area is one of the most ecologically diverse places in our region and is always an exciting area to explore. We will see a number of fascinating plants with a handful that cannot be seen anywhere else. Last year, there was also the option of joining birding, mammal or insect groups which will likely be the case this time as well.

Recommended items to bring are: water, proper clothing/footwear (long sleeve shirts/pants for sun/mosquito protection), lunch/snacks, sun hat and/or sunscreen, notebook/pen. In addition, you will need to download the iNaturalist app to your phone prior to Saturday to be able to participate in the BioBlitz. Experience using this is helpful but not necessary. NOTE: you must register for this event https://www.tinsweb.org/upcoming-events/bioblitz-at-sagehen-creek-field-station-2r932-8dzyr. Email president@nvnps.org if you have questions.