About the event

We are having a bio blitz, and we need your help to find and record as much wildlife as we can. Drop in to bug hunt, bird watch or examine plants and trees.

What is a Bio Blitz?

A BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible in a specific area over a short period of time.

Age: suitable for all ages (children must be supervised by parent/guardian)

Parking: Parking along Roach Road. This is a popular destination, parking may be limited. Care share where possible and be mindful of emergency services access through.

Facilities: There are no facilities at this location - stay for a little or as long as you like

Access: This site is up a rocky slope.

For more information, please contact us at getwild@staffs-wildlife.org.uk for more information.

What to bring: If you have a smart phone then a log on for the free iNaturalist app/website is helpful, but not essential. Suitable clothing for the outdoors and weather, and sturdy footwear. Rough terrain and muddy in places. You may want to bring a camera for nature pictures, or your phone to help with the recording. Bring binoculars if you have a pair. Basic ID charts available to use on the day but you can bring your own too. In case you need it, feel free to bring lunch or a snack if staying the whole session.

For this event, it is recommended that you book in advance but you can drop in. 

Please check your spam folder for your booking confirmation email if you have not received one after making the booking.

We ask that you do not attend this event if you, or anyone in your household, is showing symptoms of any contagious illness.

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust are committed to safeguarding children and young people - please click this link to see our safeguarding policy: https://www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk/our-policies

Your personal data is treated in the strictest confidence by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. A copy of our Privacy Policy can be found at: www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk

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