Bat-tacular Program with Optional Bat Walk | Van Scott Nature Reserve | Beach Lake

Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 7:30 PM (Talk) | 8:30–9:30 PM (Walk)

Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy at Van Scott Nature Reserve on Saturday, August 2, 2025, for the Bat-tacular Program, an engaging and educational evening all about bats! The program kicks off at 7:30 PM with a fascinating, hour-long talk about the world’s only flying mammal. Learn about the different bat species found in the area, their behavior, and the importance of bats to the environment. The presentation will also cover crucial topics like White-nose syndrome, a deadly disease affecting bat populations.

Following the talk, attendees can join an optional bat walk from 8:30 to 9:30 PM, where the group will use a bat frequency reader to detect the bats flying overhead. While seeing bats is not guaranteed, this is an exciting opportunity to experience these creatures in their natural habitat.

The walk is suitable for all ages, though the lecture is targeted toward adults. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for walking on sloped terrain. Flashlights are recommended for the walk. Advanced registration is requested.