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Special Event
Event
Parks After Dark: Bat Night
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Fee:
Free.Location:
Specific location information will be provided after registration.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, June 3, 2023
Time:
7:30 PM
Duration:
2 hours
Type of Event
Campfire/Evening Program
Other
Description
Inventorying Bats at Valley Forge
Do you like chocolate or a nice cup of coffee? What about avocados or almonds? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have bats to thank! Globally, bats support many ecosystem services through pest consumption, plant pollination, and seed dispersal. Although there are more than 1,400 species worldwide, only a handful of species can be found at Valley Forge National Historical Park. Join park staff as they demonstrate a stationary acoustic survey and talk a bit about bats and ways that you can help support populations.
More information
Reservation or Registration: Yes
Advanced registration for Parks After Dark is required and space is limited for most events. To register, please call the natural resource management intern and seasonal office at 610-783-1041. You will be asked to provide an email and phone number. If you leave a voicemail, please include your name and a callback number.
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