Audubon International introduces BioBlitz species counting program
Audubon International has introduced the first global Golf Course BioBlitz, a free program for golf courses, which will run April 19-25, the week of Earth Day.
BioBlitz is a species counting competition designed to create awareness among golfers and the community about the environmental value of the habitats supported by golf courses. The program, sponsored by the USGA, is open to any golf course worldwide, including those unaffiliated with Audubon International.
“When we’re done, we’ll have a great idea about the wildlife, plant-life and ecosystems that golf courses support around the globe,” says Doug Bechtel, executive director of Audubon International. “A BioBlitz is also a great way for golf courses to bring naturalists and families out to see the natural beauty golf courses provide in their towns.”
A golf course may invite any number of participants such as golfers and their families, local environmental organizations, youth groups, community members and local experts to count plant and animal species located on the property. Awards will be given in the categories of most species, most participants, and best photo. Following the program, BioBlitz and Audubon International will report the lists of plant and animal species recorded and the findings.
To register for BioBlitz 2015 and receive the free toolkit, please email Tara Pepperman at tara@auduboninternational.org. The deadline to register is April 17.