The Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation Department needs your help to participate in the national Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz campaign.
Organized by the National Recreation and Park Association and the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation, this annual campaign is aimed at raising public awareness about the importance of pollinators and positioning parks as national leaders in advancing pollinator health and native habitat.
Pollinators are a vital component of the ecosystem and an essential link to the world’s food supply. According to the White House Pollinators Health Task Force, during the last 30 years, the United States has seen a steady decline of pollinators (such as bees, bats and butterflies) at an alarming rate of 30 percent annually — making it vital to take action on pollinator protection.
Throughout September, Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation is encouraging individuals to explore nature and wildlife in Palm Beach County and find as many species as possible to create a snapshot of the county’s biodiversity.
To participate, join the Parks for Pollinators 2024: Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation project via the iNaturalist app or web site and submit observations of various plant and animal pollinators found in parks, natural areas, backyards and other locations throughout the county. To download the iNaturalist app, visit the app store on your smartphone or visit www.inaturalist.org.
Share your BioBlitz activity results by sending photos and stories to the county on Facebook and Instagram @pbcparks or by e-mail to pbcparks@pbc.gov.
Other ways to participate in Parks for Pollinators in September include attending a program at Palm Beach County nature centers or Riverbend Park that is specific to learning about pollinators. Also, get the Nature Adventure Journal, which helps people of all ages explore the natural world around them by completing outdoor and nature-related activities. Learn more about Parks for Pollinators at www.nrpa.org/parks4pollinators.
