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Bug Party After Dark

Sat, Sep 27

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Kate Sessions Memorial Park

Join North Star Naturalist after hours for a bugtastic evening! See how scientists find and study nocturnal insects and witness a variety of local species fluttering around an alluring black-lighting setup. More details below.


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Bug Party After Dark
Bug Party After Dark

Time & Location

Sep 27, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Kate Sessions Memorial Park

About the event

Gather 'round the glow! Join North Star Naturalist for an evening filled with bugs, blacklights, and endless curiosity. Attracted to a sheet illuminated by ultraviolet light, insects and arachnids are an exciting way to learn about your local wildlife. 


Moths, beetles, and true bugs are just a few of the critters often seen at a black-lighting sheet. For the brave, this event is a great way to get up close and personal. For the cautious, bug binoculars are available. 


Bring a folding chair, a flashlight, and a friend! Come and go as you like between 6:30 and 9:30PM. Youngsters highly encouraged to attend!


* Minimal walking required - this is not a hike! 

* Parking is free

* Bring a flashlight if you have one. Extra points if it's ultraviolet :)



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Meet Your Guide

Hi! My name is Cypress 

As a naturalist guide and science communicator, my goal is simple: connect people with nature.

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So they might want to conserve it someday.

So they can lead happier, healthier lives.

So they can experience the deep satisfaction of understanding the world around us.

 

I do this through immersive tours, community events, custom experiences, and real, human conversations.

I look forward to exploring with you soon!

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