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Nature at Night: Fireflies – Light Up the Night!
June 28, 2023 @ 7:45 pm - 9:30 pm
FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN AGES 8-17
Join us for a presentation in Tyler’s Barn Loft, followed by a twilight walk to find fireflies!
Fireflies light up our yards on warm summer nights, but their glow is starting to dim as populations decline. Join native planting designer Michelle Detwiler to learn about these uniquely bioluminescent creatures and their challenges. Learn how to create healthy habitat to make your space as inviting as possible for these charismatic insects. After the presentation, we will join entomologist Sam Nestory for an exciting twilight walk to observe and identify local firefly species in the meadow at Tyler!
About the presenters:
Michelle Detwiler is a wildlife gardener and owner of Wild About Native Plants—an ecological design and consulting business helping property owners and public space stewards create resilient living landscapes by incorporating native plants.
Samantha Nestory is the engagement manager and naturalist at Stoneleigh: a natural garden in Villanova. After earning her master’s degree in entomology from the University of Delaware, Samantha worked in ecological horticulture at Morris Arboretum and Stoneleigh for several years before moving into her current position. Now, she develops educational programming, coordinates public events, and manages the volunteer program at Stoneleigh, using her passion for insects, plants, and people to connect and engage the community.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Please check in at the Visitor Center upon arrival. The presentation will be in the Barn Loft, followed by a short walk to view fireflies. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We will be walking on grass and gravel; closed-toe shoes are recommended.
MEMBERS (sign in for your discount!): Adult: $15 each; Child (ages 8-17): $10 each
NON-MEMBERS: Adult: $20 each; Child (ages 8-17): $15 each
GUEST PASS HOLDERS (for non-members only): Adult: $15 each; Child (ages 8-17): $10 each. Please give your guest pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in. Each participant must submit a guest pass.
