Join us for an evening of moths and other fascinating nighttime insects at Lacawac Sanctuary. Using ultraviolet lights set against white sheets, we’ll attract a wide variety of insects and get a close look at their incredible diversity, colors, and patterns. We’ll also apply special nectar recipes to nearby trees—an effective way to draw in species that don’t typically visit lights.

This program takes place during National Moth Week (July 18–26), a worldwide celebration of moths and nocturnal biodiversity. Participants are encouraged to photograph insects they observe and contribute their sightings to community science projects such as iNaturalist and Butterflies and Moths of North America (BAMONA).

Please park at the Visitor Center, where the lights will be set up nearby. You may wish to bring a portable chair for sitting between sightings, though many participants enjoy moving between the lights as new moths and insects arrive throughout the evening.