Out In Climate [Bioblitz & Picnic]

Sunday, September 27, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT – 12:00 PM PDT

Ferndell Nature Trail, Fern Dell Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA

Hosted by Out in Climate

Come spend a couple of hours outside with the Out In Climate LA Chapter at the Ferndell Nature Trail in Griffith Park! We'll do a bioblitz (a relaxed group hunt to photograph and log as many wild plants, birds, and bugs as we can find), then hang out for a brunch picnic under the shade. Zero nature knowledge needed! A bioblitz just means recording living things with a free app (iNaturalist) that IDs them for you. Every sighting feeds a real global biodiversity database that scientists actually use. If you can take a photo, you're fully qualified. Why we're doing it: even in the middle of urban SoCal, there's a whole living ecosystem worth paying attention to, and community science is one of the most joyful on-ramps to local climate and conservation work. It's also a great excuse to be outside and meet new folks. The plan 9:00 · Meet at the intersection of Black Oak Dr. & Fern Dell Dr., grab a name tag, get the app set up 9:15 · Bioblitz starts. Head up the trail and wander at a relaxed, photograph pace 10:15 · Regroup and tally species 10:30 · Settle in for a brunch picnic, done by 11:30 Bring A charged phone (please download iNaturalist before you come; details below!) Water, sunscreen, a hat, comfy shoes (note: the walk up to the garden involves a short uphill trail!) [optional] A picnic blanket and something tasty to share, brunch-potluck style (optional but so encouraged) [optional] Binoculars (some birds can be elusive) Good to know Meeting Location: Free street parking is usually available along Fern Dell Drive. We will meet at the intersection of Black Oak Dr & Fern Dell Dr). Come for all of it or just part, no pressure Reusable name tags will be provided Alcohol isn't allowed in the park picnic areas, so we're keeping it dry 2-min pre-game, please do this ahead of time: Download iNaturalist and set up a quick free account Join our event project so your finds count toward the group tally: [iNaturalist project link] Hosted by Aastha and Antoine, your LA City co-leads. Questions? Reply right here or email info@outinclimate.com. We cannot wait to see what we turn up together. See you out there! 🐦🌿 Out in Climate: Out in Climate unites and uplifts LGBTQ+ professionals advancing climate solutions. We've built an international community of 1,500+ leaders in 10 cities through 100+ events since 2022—catalyzing visibility, belonging, and collaboration. Follow on LinkedIn | Join the newsletter | Become a sustaining member!

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