For all ages, although best suited for teens and adults

Be part of our annual "Parks for Pollinators" iNaturalist Challenge.  Discover the fascinating world of pollination through field explorations and documenting what we find through iNaturalist. Observe bees, butterflies, and birds in action. You will deepen your understanding of pollination, learn to identify different pollinators and plants, and appreciate the importance of biodiversity in our environment.

INaturalist Project: Parks for Pollinators 2026 in Calvert County

Don’t miss this opportunity for a day of learning and discovery in a beautiful park setting!

Location:  Gatewood Preserve, 2800 Grays Road, Prince Frederick 

No water is at the sit.. Nearest modern facilities are in the Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Nature Center.  Plan extra time to explore the center if stopping there first!

Program is Free to all. 

Calvert Steward Volunteers can track their hours through the Parks for Pollinators opportunity

To prepare for the training, please bring a fully charged smartphone with the iNaturalist app installed. Don't forget to set up your account.

To download the app:

• Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.inaturalist.android
  
• Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/iphone/search?term=inaturalist

Bring:

• Water, lunch or snacks, hat, sunscreen, tick/insect repellent. Ticks and chiggers may be present. 
• Your favorite field guides, hand lens, camera and binoculars, although we'll have some to borrow.