Discover. Document. Defend.
Stay tuned for more information about the 2027 BioBlitz!
What is a BioBlitz?
A BioBlitz is part social event, part scientific expedition. Armed with the iNaturalist app and guided by experts, we’ll head into the field to document the rare and rugged ecosystems near Gerton, NC.
- Explore: Navigate diverse terrains with expert naturalists.
- Learn: Discover how to identify local flora and fauna.
- Contribute: Every observation you upload becomes part of a global database used by scientists to track environmental health.
Join the Expedition
Ready to become a citizen scientist? Check back in early 2027 for more information.
Locations:
TBD
All volunteers are eligible to receive an annual complimentary membership to MountainTrue. To activate yours, please email members@mountaintrue.org
Meet Your Guide
Josh Kelly, Public Lands Biologist
Josh is MountainTrue’s resident expert on the old-growth forests and unique ecosystems of the Southern Blue Ridge. He’ll be on hand to help identify tricky species and explain why the Hickory Nut Gorge is such a vital conservation priority.