Pursuing the Pollinators!

Bees, flies, moths, butterflies, oh my! Come join a park ranger in discovering important pollinators and the plants they are seeking on Mustang Island for our annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz!

Join a ranger in learning about citizen science activities that help us better understand pollinators, nectar-providing plants, and the places we share with them. Using our photography and apps such as iNaturalist, we will provide valuable information on the inhabitants of our park!

For more information on the Texas Pollinator BioBlitz, finding similar events, and registering on the email list for updates please visit the Texas Pollinator BioBlitz website.

Prepare: The ranger program will begin with identifying pollinators and plants by our bath house facility and then have a short walk to our day use beach access for shoreline species. Shade is limited so come prepared to be in the sun. 

Bring: Hats, sunscreen, and good walking shoes. If you would like to provide sightings for the BioBlitz, have a camera or camera phone on hand for snapping photos. A ranger or park volunteers will also have a device for recording sightings to share!

Meet: Bath house parking lot by 10AM. No sign-up required. Reserve your park entrance pass in advance at Day Passes - ReserveAmerica.

Fees: Regular park entrance fees ($7 per adult, children 12 & under are free). No charge for this program.

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