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The City Nature Challenge is a 4-day nature hunt! This global event calls on people of all ages and backgrounds to get outside, take pictures of wildlife, then submit their pictures using the iNaturalist app. Your findings help scientists measure changes in our local biodiversity over time.You can contribute to this global biodiversity challenge no matter where you are in Johnson County!
It's as easy as 1, 2, 3:
1. Download the iNaturalist app and make an account
2. Take photos of WILD plants, animals, insects, and other wildlife anywhere in Johnson County between April 25-28, 2025
3. Upload your discoveries to iNaturalist
Learn more at https://sustainability.uiowa.edu/city-nature-challenge
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We also have a couple of community events happening as part of the City Nature Challenge.
Intro to iNaturalist & Mini-Bioblitz
When: Friday, April 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Kent Park
The event is free, but registration is required.
Details at https://www.facebook.com/share/15mfZxnXPQ/
Nature Detectives: Kickoff to the City Nature Challenge
When: Saturday, April 26 from 1:00 p.m to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Iowa City Public Library
The event is free, no registration required.
Details at https://www.icpl.org/events/59901/nature-detectives-kickoff-city-nature-challenge
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Self-Guided Exploration at Nearby Nature Sites
Visit one or more protected nature areas in Johnson County to record wildlife at your own leisure during the City Nature Challenge.
- Johnson County Public Use Areas https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/conservation/public-use-areas
- Bur Oak Land Trust Preserves https://buroaklandtrust.org/preserves/
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Johnson County, IA, 1 N Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52245, United States,Iowa City, Iowa
