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Nocturnal Animals
Nature at Night: How Lights Affect Ecosystems
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Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center
11715 Cragwold Rd
Kirkwood, MO 63122
(314) 301-1500
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For millions of years, the natural world has thrived on the predictable rhythms of daylight and darkness. While we rest, nature's nocturnal realm comes to life, with at least 30% of vertebrates and 60% of invertebrates active at night. However, recent studies reveal that the growth of artificial light at night is increasing sky brightness by 10% each year. Join us at 7:00 p.m. for a presentation by Don Ficken, a Missouri Master Naturalist and Founder of DarkSky Missouri and Lights Out Heartland, who will discuss the fascinating world of nature at night and how adopting responsible lighting practices can safeguard Missouri's ecosystems. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with a naturalist led guided night hike on the Tanglevine trail starting at 6:15 p.m. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Robyn Parker
Cancellation Policies:

You must cancel your registration before Friday, February 28, 2025.
Age Policy:

All registrants for this event must be a minimum age of 9 years old by 2/28/2025.