The Ohio Bat Working Group is excited to announce Ohio’s second Bat Blitz to be held on August 23-24, 2024, in beautiful Ashtabula County. This year’s event will offer both research opportunities and an engaging public outreach component.
The Bat Blitz continues to be a success due to the assistance of many skilled people who donate their time. To show our gratitude, our goal is to provide lodging, snacks, and supplies to all those who participate. Removing these cost barriers will also allow students, young professionals, or others with financial hardships to attend.
We are seeking sponsors to defray these costs. We would be grateful if you’ll consider supporting this vital research on Ohio’s bat species, half of which have already experienced declines of over 95% in the last decade. This research aims to support the remaining individuals of these species, positioning them to have the best chance at surviving and reproducing to recover their populations. As the scope and severity of threats increase, so does the need for collaborative research, monitoring, and public support for bat conservation.
We have a goal to raise $5,000 for this event. Sponsors will receive logo recognition on all promotional materials, as well as an opportunity to support a unique educational experience in our region. Deadline to commit to sponsorship is June 17, 2024
The Nature Conservancy, Western Reserve Land Conservancy, and Ohio Division of Wildlife
