2013 Exotic Plant BioBlitz

Japanese Honeysuckle: One of 80 exotic species of plants at Fort Pulaski.

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News Release Date: August 20, 2013

Contact: Laura Rich-Acosta, [phone] ext. 105

Saturday, September 14th, 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Did you know that there are over 80 exotic species of plants here at Fort Pulaski? We are hosting an exotic plant BioBlitz and we need your help. We are looking for volunteers to spend part of or the whole time assisting with the event.

Come join park staff , experts, and volunteers inventory every section of the park. No experience required. The best part is that it FREE and food will be provided, but you must RSVP to participate. So come on down to Fort Pulaski and see the park like you've never seen it before and Experience Your America™.

Some of the things you'll need:

• Water
• Sunscreen
• Bug Spray
• Snacks
• Long Pants
• Closed-toe Shoes (preferably boots)
• A Desire to Learn

Fort Pulaski National Monument is located on U.S. Highway 80, 15 miles east of Savannah. Learn more at www.nps.gov/fopu and visit us on Facebook www.facebook.com/FortPulaskiNPS and Twitter www.twitter.com/FortPulaskiNPS.