A ranger in an Owl mask talks by lantern light with an audience around a illuminated picnic table

Bats, Spiders, Owls—Oh My!

Lewis and Clark National Historical Park

Special Event
  • Oct 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM
  • Free

Do bats do aerobatics when they’re not hanging around? Are owls actually wise? What’s the difference between diurnal, nocturnal, and crepuscular anyways? Have a hoot and an owl-right time as we spin some fun tales and learn about night creatures with our ranger-led talks!

The annual “Bats, Spiders, Owls – Oh My!” event is Thursday evening, October 22nd.  This is a free event. Our event begins at 5:30 p.m. with tours running every twenty minutes. The first tour starts at 5:40 p.m. and the last tour starts at 7:20.

Rangers will be stationed at three stops on a ¼-mile walk presenting information, telling stories, and having interactive activities about bats, spiders, and owls. Please bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes for walking on both bark chips and a graveled dirt trail. Weather conditions can quickly change so ensure you have rain gear if necessary. All-ages appropriate costumes to celebrate the season are encouraged, keeping in mind that conditions may be wet. Enjoy crafts and treats inside the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center while you wait for your tour.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The event begins at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center. From here it follows the 100 yard path down to Fort Clatsop, 200 yard path down to the Canoe Landing, and 200 yard path up to the Picnic Shelters and Parking Lot for its conclusion.

Latitude and Longitude 46.134469, -123.880218

Schedule

Date:

Oct 22, 2026

Time:

5:30 PM

Duration:

1 hour and 45 minutes

The event officially begins at 5:30 PM, but the first tour will launch out at 5:40 PM. The final tour begins at 7:20 PM and concludes at 8:20 PM, at which time the event will also officially be over. If inclement weather or low visitation deems it necessary, the event may conclude earlier.

Contact Information

Benjamin Najera
503-861-4414
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Event Type

  • Campfire/Evening Program
  • Children’s Program
  • Talk
  • Walk
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