Come Celebrate Butterflies

Join us at Terra Cotta Conservation Area to celebrate the end of our 4th Butterfly Blitz! The event will include a guided hike through the conservation area, with one last chance to find and submit butterfly observations for the 2022 Butterfly Blitz. The general public is welcome to attend; admission to the park is free.

After the hike, participants will submit timed survey data sheets, hear an overview of the project results and share some exciting field finds. Prizes will be awarded for the following six categories:

1. Most species
2. Rarest find
3. Most observations
4. Best photo
5. Most participation
6. Lucky day prize

Event notes

• For your own safety, please dress for the weather, wear long pants, socks and closed-toed shoes
• Register for this event by September 13, 2022
• Tuck your pants into your socks and shirt into your pants for protection against insects
• Bring your own reusable water bottle (we have water to refill from) and light refreshments will be provided
• Stay home if you are feeling sick
• Click here to see a map of the event location
• Please meet us at the Outdoor Education Center
• Washroom amenities are available in the Outdoor Education Center
• Volunteers under 18 please bring a signed copy of our event waiver
• Volunteers over 18 please read and acknowledge the event waiver

COVID-19 Participant Protocols and Guidelines

The well-being of our participants and staff is our top priority. We are following provincial and local regulations regarding COVID-19 guidelines for outdoor gatherings. See all protocols and guidelines.

This event is subject to change or cancellation due to COVID-19 and related public health restrictions or due to inclement weather. To stay current on event changes or cancellations, follow us on social media. We will update registrants if the status of this event changes or is cancelled.