10th Annual BioBlitz

The Sax-Zim Bog is celebrating its 10th annual BioBlitz event on August 6, 2022.This is a chance to learn side-by-side with natural science experts as they lead groups into unique habitats of the greater Sax-Zim Bog.

Nature enthusiasts of all ages are invited to join experts in their fields for day-long field trips. The goal is to collect information about the biodiversity in the greater Sax-Zim Bog. Field trip options include emphasis on insects, spiders, butterflies, birds, plants, galls, moths, aquatic species, and fungi. There will also be a designated family friendly trip. Participants will meet at the Friends of Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center at 8793 Owl Avenue in Toivola MN at 9:00 a.m. Participants will choose their field trip and spend the day learning, exploring, and documenting what they find. The groups will gather back at the Welcome Center around 2:00 p.m. to discuss their discoveries and share their best finds. This event will take place outdoors. Expect varied weather conditions, biting insects (which will be documented), and walking over uneven terrain. People who are interested in volunteering to be a part of the field trip groups are encouraged to register through the website saxzim.org. There is no cost to participating in this event.