Peck’s Skipper. Photo: Rusty Moran

Butterfly and dragonfly surveys are carried out in temperate months (April-October), normally on Friday mornings, at one of four sites around Occoquan Bay, all within the 15-mile diameter circle established for the annual North American Butterfly Association's Annual Count. Note: The usual 8:30 AM start time may be changed to 8:00 AM during hot weather (typically July and August). Watch here for time changes.

The results of these surveys are made available to the participants and other interested individuals and agencies, including the Fairfax County Park Authority, the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, and agencies of the U.S. Interior Department. The results of the butterfly-dragonfly surveys are summarized, along with the results of the general surveys, in an annual report.

Participation is limited! Email Jim Waggoner at jwagge3093@aol.com to RSVP or for more information.

Find the survey group: Follow the directions to Belle Haven Marina and take the first left on the entrance road into the parking area.