# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bioblitz for Homeschoolers
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 27 Apr, 2026 at 12:15 pm – Mon, 27 Apr, 2026 at 03:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Lynchburg Parks & Recreation invites homeschool families and youth ages 10 and older to participate in a hands-on BioBlitz at Ivy Creek Park as part of the 2026 City Nature Challenge and the City’s ReviveLYH initiative.

During this three-hour session, participants will explore local habitats, learn how to identify native plants and wildlife, and contribute real-time observations using the iNaturalist app. Staff will lead guided discussions on ecosystems, biodiversity, and the importance of restoring and protecting Lynchburg’s native landscape.

This interactive experience blends science, outdoor exploration, and stewardship — allowing students to contribute to a global community science effort while learning about the natural systems in their own backyard.

What to Bring:
Smartphone (iPhone or Android) with the free iNaturalist app downloaded
Water 
Closed-toe shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Be prepared to be outdoors for the duration of the program
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lynchburg/bioblitz-for-homeschoolers/200029896368753
- **Event Categories**: Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.lynchburgva.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1217&month=4&year=2026&day=27&calType=0&utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=lynchburg-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Lynchburg
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Ivy Creek Park
- **lat**: 37.405366095041
- **long**: -79.233230380724
- **full address**: Ivy Creek Park, 225 Jefferson Ridge Pkwy, Lynchburg, VA 24501-6952, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Lynchburg Parks and Recreation (https://allevents.in/org/lynchburg-parks-and-recreation/3553183)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mon, 27 Apr, 2026 at 12:15 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Ivy Creek Park, 225 Jefferson Ridge Pkwy, Lynchburg, VA 24501-6952, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Lynchburg Parks and Recreation
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Contests
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Bioblitz for Homeschoolers ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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