We’re more than you think

Bernalillo County

Citizen Science Series

B E R N A L I L L O C O U N T Y O P E N S P A C E P R E S E N T S

Bachechi Open Space9521 Rio Grande Blvd. NW

Discover the fascinating world right outside your backyard and how you can take an active part in understanding, caring for and studying your environment.

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River SourceThursday, June 27 ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m. Presenter: Rich Schrader, Director of River SourceIncrease your knowledge of the health of your local environment. Find out more about your area’s watershed, aquatic critters, water chemistry, and river forest health.

Home Composting BasicsSaturday, July 13 ■ 10 a.m. – NoonPresenter: John Zarola, Master ComposterHome composting is a recycling tool that produces a useful soil conditioner. This workshop shares basic composting science with a special focus on useful best practices for a high desert climate.

All About OwlsSaturday, August 17 ■ 2 - 3:30 p.m.Presenter: Hawks Aloft Inc.All About Owls highlights several local owl species that will be represented in feather by our live avian ambassadors! Participants’ artistry will take flight as pens, pencils, markers, and feathers will be on hand for adults and children alike to recreate the owls they meet.

Skywarn™ Spotter TrainingWednesday, August 21 ■ 6 - 8:30 p.m.Presenter: National Weather Service MeteorologistInterested in learning how to stay safe and be prepared in a variety of weather conditions? At this workshop, a meteorologist will teach the basics of severe local storms to include thunderstorms, flash floods, downburst winds, tornadoes, and more.

To register for these events or for additional information, visit www.bernco.gov/openspace or call (505) 314-0398.

iNaturalistSaturday, August 31 ■ 10:00 a.m. – NoonSaturday, November 9 ■ 10:00 a.m. – NoonPresenter: Laurel Ladwig, Master NaturalistDiscover how to become a citizen scientist and contribute to ecological and conservation efforts right from your phone, tablet, or computer! iNaturalist is an online social network of naturalists, citizen scientists, and biologists.Together they map and share observations of biodiversity across the globe. Access iNaturalist via its website or from its mobile applications.

Bats of New Mexico: Their Behavior,Biology and ConservationSaturday, October 19 ■ 10 a.m. - NoonPresenter: Justin Stevenson, Co-founder of FightwnsYou don’t have to climb a belfry to see the amazing bat species of New Mexico—just join us at this workshop! View incredible footage of native bat colonies and learn about their biology, behavior, conservation status and much more. Several local bat species will be on hand to help increase public awareness and understanding of the reality of bats versus the prevalent and often negative myths.