Want to contribute to marine conservation, but don’t know where to start? Take part in a scavenger hunt for science! Starting on Worldwide Marine Protected Areas Day on August 1st, we invite you to participate in a BioBlitz across Oregon’s five marine reserves and marine protected areas. From the rugged cliffs of Cape Falcon in the north to the dramatic islands of Redfish Rocks in the south, Oregon’s five marine reserves are areas dedicated to conservation and scientific research. These “no-take” zones serve as vital sanctuaries for marine life and you are invited to explore and document the creatures that call these special places home using your phone’s camera. No scientific experience is required, just a smart phone, the iNaturalist app, curiosity, and a willingness to explore! 

Join the BioBlitz on iNaturalist here, visit Oregon’s marine reserves or adjacent marine protected areas, upload pictures of the organisms you see! Remember to practice good tidepool etiquette and ocean safety.