Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with BioBlast! This event helps visitors learn about all the plants and animals of Wetlands Park through science stations and interactive games. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Clark County Wetlands Park, 7050 Wetlands Park Lane. BioBlast will feature guest scientists and naturalists helping participants find and identify fish, bugs, plants, birds, and mammals. Activities include live animal encounters with Wetlands Park Animal Ambassadors.

“The BioBlast event at Clark County Wetlands Park is an immersive experience. Guest scientists and naturalists unlock the park's secrets, transforming every participant into a keen observer,” said Commissioner Gibson. “With live animal encounters and hands-on exploration, it's a celebration of biodiversity and a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness of life.”

With support from various organizations, the BioBlast event is presented by Clark County Parks and Recreation, Clark County Wetlands Park, Wetlands Park Friends, the Las Vegas Wash Coordination Committee, Red Rock Audubon, Nevada State Museum, Mojave Max & Clark County Desert Conservation Program, Nevada Department of Wildlife and Clark County Department of Environment & Sustainability. BioBlast is also part of the weeklong Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival being held on its Outdoor Explorers Day, April 26.

World Migratory Bird Day, coordinated by Environment for the Americas, celebrates and draws attention to one of the most important and spectacular American events—bird migration. This year's focus will emphasize that every community-urban to rural-can play a significant role in supporting migratory birds. More than 700 events and programs hosted annually throughout the United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America introduce the public to migratory birds and ways to conserve them.

As one of the largest urban wetlands in the Southwest, Clark County Wetlands Park, located at 7050 Wetlands Park Lane near Tropicana and Boulder Hwy, is home to more than 300 species of birds and 70 species of mammals and reptiles, including beavers, coyotes, bobcats, and snakes. The Nature Center is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and hosts a variety of programming activities. Park outdoor hours are dawn to dusk, seven days a week. To learn more, visit the Wetlands Park pages of Clark County's Parks and Recreation Department at www.ClarkCountyNV.gov. You also can follow Clark County Wetlands Park on social media at CCWetlandsPark.