Botany Scavenger Hunt

Everything you need to know for a succesfull project.

1. Know what you are looking for

Read the checklist Read the book Look up unfamiliar terms Be prepared to collect at

all times….

2. Look for horses, not zebras

Weeds and common plants have most of the items found on the checklist.

3. You may take up to 3 pictures You may buy fruit, but its wiser to just take a

picture. You must appear in the picture. No pics taken from the internet

4. Respect the law

Do not collect plants that are: On private property In state or national parks On state or interstate

highways** It is NOT illegal to pick bluebonnets

5. Don’t ProcrastinateThis assignment cannot be done in one day. Commit at least 2 days

per week to collect and identify plants

Bring your plants AND your checklist in throughout the time period

Pick a partner who will work

Carry a ziplock bag with you at all times