Join us for a day of counting dragonflies across Rappahannock County! Our goals are to learn which species of dragonflies and damselflies are found in our area, to monitor changes in their populations, and to help everyone learn more about odonates.

A map of the count circle is here. The circle includes a wide variety of aquatic habitats, including a fish-free ponds and a variety of clean streams and rivers that range from tiny seeps all the way up to the Hughes River. Highlights from previous Rappahannock counts include Dot-tailed Whiteface, Rapids Clubtail, Appalachian Jewelwing, and Aurora Damsel.

Beginners are most welcome!

As in the Clifton count, participants will get to explore biodiverse private properties that are not open to the public.

Please email Bert Harris (bharris@cliftoninstitute.org) if you have dragonfly identification skills and would like to lead a team.

Cost: Free!

Age: Adults and children accompanied by an adult.

Weather policy: Date and time subject to change dependent on weather. Please check your email for updates on the morning of the event.

Cancellation policy: If you register and can no longer attend this event, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open your spot to someone else.

By registering for this event, you are affirming that you have read and agree to our liability release policy.

We look forward to seeing you!