2023 BioBlitz Events

Glacier National Park's 2022 Weed Warriors proudly stand behind their day's efforts.

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Have your heard of BioBlitzes, but never joined one? Have you wanted to get involved in citizen science, but haven't had the time? Well, here's your chance! This year, the Crown of the Continent Research Learning Center (CCRLC) is hosting two events—the Noxious Weed Blitz and the Nocturnal Pollinator BioBlitz.

Loosely defined, a BioBlitz is an event where public participants and scientists work together to document the biodiversity of a specific location.

The Noxious Weed Blitz, provides valuable education to visitors and helps Glacier National Park reduce weed populations along park trails. Our citizen science program will spend the day working with biologists to learn about the identification and ecological impacts of noxious weeds and help in their removal.

The Nocturnal Pollinator BioBlitz will help to close a critical knowledge gap in Glacier regarding the diversity and vulnerability of our nocturnal pollinators (i.e. moths, nocturnal bees, flies). These fascinating creatures are critical to the success of many of our rare plants and provide a major, fat-rich food source for some of our most beloved species (e.g. the grizzly bear). Come join us in discovering, identifying, and cataloging the rich variety of species that call our Dark Sky Park home.

Come learn from experts on how to identify and remove five targeted invasive plant species in Glacier National Park!

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Noxious Weed Blitz Details

Come join us for Glacier National Park's Noxious Weed Blitz! This is a one-day event held at designated locations within the park. Participants will spend the morning learning how to identify five targeted invasive plant species as well as learn how these species are harming our ecosystem. After lunch, staff and volunteers head out to "weed infested" areas to pull noxious weeds.

• Date: Tuesday July 18, 2023
• Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Location: West Glacier
• Requirements: Participants are asked to bring gloves for hand pulling, hiking footwear, and plenty of drinking water.
• Participants must register to attend the event. If interested in attending, contact e-mail us for registration details.

There are roughly 40 species of known moths in Glacier. The Hoary Elfin is just one of many you might encounter during the Nocturnal Pollinator event!

NPS Photo/ Bob Chinn

Nocturnal Pollinator BioBlitz Details

Join us for Glacier National Park's first Nocturnal Pollinator BioBlitz! These are events held at designated locations within the park.

• Date: Saturday July 29th, 2023
• Time: 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
• Location: West Glacier
• Hiking Ability: All abilities are welcome! Minimal hiking required.
• Requirements: Participants are asked to bring headlamp (red light preferred), plenty of drinking water, and camera if interested in insect photography tutorial. Headnet and mosquito repellent optional.
• Participants must register to attend the event. If interested in attending, contact e-mail us for registration details.

Thanks to Glacier National Park Conservancy!

Funding for this project and the Glacier National Park Citizen Science Program provided by the Glacier National Park Conservancy.

Paperwork Reduction and Privacy Act Statement

OMB Control Number: 1024-0275

Paperwork Reduction and Privacy Act Statement: The National Park Service is authorized by 54 U.S.C. 100702 to collect this information. This information will be collected through iNaturalist during BioBlitzes and other NPS citizen science events. The purpose is to find and identify as many species of plants, animals, and other organisms as possible in or around National Parks so that these occurrences can be documented. The data will be used by the NPS to better understand which species occur on its lands and where those species occur. Response to this request is voluntary. No action may be taken against you for refusing to supply the information requested. The permanent data will be anonymous. An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.

Burden Estimate: Public reporting burden for this form is estimated to average 5 minutes per response. Direct comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this form to: Simon Kingston (970-225-3551); or Phadrea Ponds, NPS Information Collection Review Coordinator.