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SB GSOB BioBlitz
San Macros Foothill Perserve
1155 Via Gaitero, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
What’s a GSOB Blitz?
A GSOB Blitz is a community-powered effort to detect and map goldspotted oak borer infestations. With your help, we’ll survey oak trees across Southern California to identify where this pest is spreading, and how bad the damage is. These surveys help scientists and land managers decide where to take action to save our trees.
Even better? It’s a great way to learn, explore, and connect with nature while making a real impact.
How it works:
- Local survey events take place at designated places, dates and times across Southern California.
- Events are led by local agencies in collaboration with UC ANR and other partners.
- Volunteers (like you!) will collect data in the field, after a brief training session.
- Registration is FREE! There is no cost to register and no cost to participate.
- You don’t need to be an expert; we’ll teach you everything you need to know!
Survey Teams and Events:
This registration is for the:
SB GSOB BioBlitz
May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
San Macros Foothill Perserve, 1155 Via Gaitero, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Notes:
Minimum age requirement: 10 yrs old; Youth and children under 18-yrs old are required to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Please meet at the parking lot by/on the Via Gaitero entrance
Space is limited.
Notes:
- a porta-potty will be available
- water will be available
What to Bring suggestions:
- Snake gaiters (if you have them)
- Lunch
- A reusable water bottle
Additional details will be posted to the website or emailed to you as they become available.
Each person must be registered separately.
If you have any questions about the Group, contact the Group Leader/s listed below.
Contact:
Blitz Group Leaders:
Sarah Cusser, scusser@sbbotanicgarden.org and Lauren Harris, lauren@cirweb.org
If you have general questions regarding the GSOB Blitz project, contact:
Jan Gonzales, jggonzales@ucanr.edu.