Our May 3 BioBlitz and Graduation was a great success at Gillam Park. Sixty-five people attended, including 10 high school students and 36 Master Naturalists. The BioBliz was an opportunity for us to help inventory the new Little Rock Nature Center at Gillam Park while celebrating the graduation of 24 new members and recognizing people who have done outstanding service. One BioBlitz team found a rare black-billed cuckoo and Master Naturalist Lavada Pierce was able to snap a picture for us.
Black-Billed Cuckoo
Master Naturalist Bill Toland and Bert Turner were this year’s recipients of the Founder’s Award. President George Lauster awarded the plaques. Both Bill and Bert have created volunteer projects that have benefited Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Master Naturalist Bill Toland worked on the interpretation of the trails. Master Naturalist Burt Turner worked to develop a core of trail builders. Both men have made outstanding contributions of time and energy to teach people about nature and how to protect Arkansas with its beautiful resources.
Founder Award
