June 13-15th, 2019
Open to the public, however, spaces are limited: Reserve your spot now!
bioblitz [bahy-oh-blits] noun
1. an intense period of biological surveying by scientists, naturalists, and volunteers in an attempt to record all the living species within a designated area.
2. our kind of fun!
1. an intense period of biological surveying by scientists, naturalists, and volunteers in an attempt to record all the living species within a designated area.
2. our kind of fun!
We're geeking out and taking names!
Our Site
Our property encompasses a variety of microclimates and ecosystems for study: hardwood forests, streams, open meadows, ponds, and ridge tops are just a few examples of the diversity our 500 acres have to offer. Help us create a baseline for species data, promote ecological stewardship and work towards a prosperous and sustainable future in these mountains--and enjoy the company of fellow biology experts and enthusiasts.
Our property encompasses a variety of microclimates and ecosystems for study: hardwood forests, streams, open meadows, ponds, and ridge tops are just a few examples of the diversity our 500 acres have to offer. Help us create a baseline for species data, promote ecological stewardship and work towards a prosperous and sustainable future in these mountains--and enjoy the company of fellow biology experts and enthusiasts.
Why Here?
During the Ice Age, while much of North America was covered by glaciers and ice, many Northern species sought refuge in the Southern Mountains of Appalachia. Because the glaciers didn't reach this far South, many species that didn't survive the harsh climate up North remain here, laying the ground work for the biodiversity "hot spot" across Central and Southern Appalachia.
We sit among the oldest mountains in the world. These mountains have had a chance to grow and sink, creating a wide range of elevation, from isolated peaks to deep river gorges, resulting in a variety of habitat and genetic diversification. The biodiversity of the region is high both in terms of abundance and variety, and many of the species are "endemic" to the region, meaning they are only found here. For example, more species of salamander exist in the Southern Appalachians than anywhere else in the world!
During the Ice Age, while much of North America was covered by glaciers and ice, many Northern species sought refuge in the Southern Mountains of Appalachia. Because the glaciers didn't reach this far South, many species that didn't survive the harsh climate up North remain here, laying the ground work for the biodiversity "hot spot" across Central and Southern Appalachia.
We sit among the oldest mountains in the world. These mountains have had a chance to grow and sink, creating a wide range of elevation, from isolated peaks to deep river gorges, resulting in a variety of habitat and genetic diversification. The biodiversity of the region is high both in terms of abundance and variety, and many of the species are "endemic" to the region, meaning they are only found here. For example, more species of salamander exist in the Southern Appalachians than anywhere else in the world!
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Schedule (subject to minor changes)
Thursday the 13th 3:00-5:00 Arrive, Settle In 5:00-5:30 Opening Circle: Orientation and Introductions 6:00-7:00 Dinner 7:00-7:30 iNaturalist introduction 7:30 Tour the Yew and Explore! Friday the 14th DATA DAY 6:00 Tea Time 7:00-8:00 Hot Breakfast 8:00-8:30 Gear Up 8:30-12:00 Data Collection 12:00-1:00 Lunch 1:00-3:00 Data Collection 3:00-3:30 Data Inputing 3:30-5:00 Siesta/FreeTime (Canoeing, Swimming, Naps) 5:00-6:00 Trivia/Happy Hour 6:00-7:00 Dinner 7:00 Live Music/ Fire Saturday the 15th 6:00 Tea Time 7:00-8:00 Hot Breakfast 8:00-9:00 Data Review and Round Table Discussion 9:00-9:30 Evaluations 9:30-10:30 Closing Enjoy the day with us, or head home! Yew Choose. |
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