The BioBlitz was a 24 hour survey of all of the flora and fauna on our University campus, with the aim of engaging the local community with biodiversity. We spent 8 months planning the event, employing the help of over 50 volunteers on the day.

The event was a huge success, attracting over 300 members of the public and identifying over 270 species. Wildlife TV presenter Nick Baker attended on the day to help everyone find more species, he especially loved the creepy crawlies!

Some of the main responsibilities of the role included:

• Setting up the logistics of wildlife events including mammal trapping, bird ringing and moth trapping

• Creating children’s wildlife themed games

• Organising logistics and ordering appropriate equipment.

• Securing funding through grant applications and liasing with staff in order to locate available resources.

• Acquiring logos, banners and poster designs

• Writing press releases

• Health and safety risk assessments

• Catering requirements

• Creating rotas for volunteers

• Inviting professional organisations such as Cornwall Wildlife Trust and the National Trust.

There’s a video at the end of these images on the right. Please take a look!

Picture credit to Jacky Poon and Kevin Murphy.