Community invited to join BioBlitz community service days at Erger’s Pond and Bromley Farms

The City of Brighton is asking community members to join them at Erger’s Pond for a morning of nature, science and exploration. Join our Open Space and the Butterfly Pavilion team by participating in the BioBlitz on Sunday, Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Ken Mitchell Open Space, 889 Kinglet Court.

The Open Space team has conducted several restoration projects, such as reseeding the burn area and having the goats come out to eat invasive weeds. This volunteer event offers a unique opportunity for the community to help collect valuable information about the plants and animals that inhabit Erger’s. Volunteers will be asked to use the free platform iNaturalist to track the plants and animals. 

Additionally, on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Butterfly Pavilion will be back to work on the Pollinator Garden at Bromley Farms, located at 1594 E. Bromley Lane. Gardeners of all experience levels will assist in planting new native plants, adding mulch, and removing any invasive weeds. 

What to know about the BioBlitz and Community Service Day: 

• Participants should wear long-sleeved tops and pants, sturdy shoes, work gloves and bring a water bottle 
• The city will provide extra gloves, tools, plants, training, drinking water and snacks 

 Join us in helping keep Brighton’s nature spaces beautiful as we learn about the wildlife and plants that call them home. 

Click here to register for the event, or for additional information, please contact Open Space Technician Cody Doherty at 720-602-8998 or cdoherty@brightonco.gov.