Luna Moth
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The animals of the nighttime forest welcome you to experience
the excitement and mystery of the Chicopee Woods after dark!
Join us for a fun and educational evening at
our NightFall celebration - a non-scary, natural
alternative to traditional Halloween events.
Come dressed as your favorite critter or character if you wish or have our face painters provide you with a themed decoration.
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Pizza and drinks will be available to purchase for those hungry adventurers.
You can also stop by the Nature Shop to buy a special edition NightFall T-shirt or favorite stuffed critter.
In case of bad weather we'll be "hiking" around the buildings under cover so don't let the rain stop you from joining us for all the fun! |
| Highlights of the Event Include: |
Costumed Visitors | Guided Night Hikes.
Enter the nighttime forest for a non-scary adventure! You'll meet costumed Elachee naturalists
garbed as creatures of the night and
learn about their life after dark. These hikes on our paved trail are led by one of our naturalists and leave every 15 minutes for a 30-45 minute adventure. Bring a flashlight to help navigate your way. |
Mexican Dwarf Porcupine |
Special Program.
Wildlife Wonders presents Creatures of the Night, a live animal program featuring unique animals from the US and around the world. Last year we met this porcupine, a ball python, bearcat, lemur, hedgehog and screech owl. We look forward to seeing which nocturnal animals come this year so we can learn what the creatures are up to while most of us are fast asleep. |
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Face Painting.
Have your face, hand or arm adorned with a bat, pumpkin or other fall-themed figure by one of our staff at the face painting station. Children love to show off their unique decorations while enjoying the other activities. |
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Storyteller.
Listen to tales of the Chicopee Woods from one of our special storytellers. What mysterious happenings will they impart to our visitors this year?
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Kids Crafts.
Make a fun craft with a fall theme - spiders and pumpkins and bears, oh my! This raccoon puppet was a crowd favorite! |
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Stargazing (weather permitting).
Use one of our telescopes to see stars and constellations in the night sky. Our resident astronomer will help you identify the celestial bodies that are visable that evening. |
| Just the Facts |
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Friday, October 26th
Saturday, October 27th
6-9 pm
Come early and carpool if possible as this is an extemely popular event! We'll be hiking rain or moonlight!
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Costumes optional. Bring a flashlight for nighttime
navigation.
Pizza and soft drinks will be available for purchase.
Proceeds will fund Elachee's eduction programs and conservation efforts in the Preserve.
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