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SUMMARY:Moth Night at Matthaei
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for another Moth Night!\nWe are once again hosting this  on University of Michigan property in partnership with the University of Michigan Entomology Club and with support from the Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum. \nMost moths are nocturnal and only seen after dark. While some fly during the day like butterflies\, most are drawn in at night by light. We’ll hang sheets lit with UV lights to attract them\, giving us a chance to observe and photograph these diverse insects up close. \nMoths play a vital role in the food web—there are an estimated 160\,000 described species (possibly up to 500\,000)\, compared to just 17\,500 butterflies. They’re especially important for birds: 96% of terrestrial bird species feed their young insects\, and most rely heavily on caterpillars\, which are soft\, abundant\, and protein-rich. \nThis year\, we’ll also have UV flashlights on hand to help spot caterpillars and other organisms that fluoresce under ultraviolet light—another way to explore what comes alive after dark. \nCheck out our Moth Nights of Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance iNaturalist project to view hundreds of observations with photos\, species details\, and more from past moth night events. We’ll be encouraging attendees to photograph and post their own observations to iNaturalist during the event to help document the night’s findings and contribute to community science. \nNeed help using the app? Visit this iNaturalist support page for a quick guide on how to get started. \nSuggestions for Attendees: \n\nA headlamp or flashlight would be nice to have.\nNinja night with moths! Wearing black is the best way to keep moths on the sheet and not your shirt.\nIt might be nice to bring a camp chair if you would like to sit.\n\nDirections: Meet at the steps of the conservatory at 1800 N Dixboro.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/moth-night-at-matthaei/
LOCATION:Matthaei Botanical Gardens\, 1800 N Dixboro Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
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SUMMARY:BIPOC Walk at Bird Hills Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:We invite all people from the BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color) community and our white allies to join us on this walk to look for birds in the nature area. All ages and skill levels are invited. We will have extra binoculars if you do not have any.\nDirections: Parking will be in the lot at the Barton Nature Area Lot\, located at 1010 W. Huron River Drive. We will walk across the street to Bird Hills.
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SUMMARY:***Canceled *** Jonathan Parker with Seeds to Community
DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled for July and will be rescheduled. Stay tuned… \n  \nJoin naturalist and Ann Arbor Parks Steward Jonathan Parker to learn about his project Seeds to Community. \nSeeds to Community is a volunteer-driven event series rooted in habitat restoration and ecological connection. They bring people together across Washtenaw County to collect\, clean\, and sow native plant seeds – rebuilding the kinds of wild places that support thriving bird populations. Their work focuses on forests\, meadows\, and transitional edges where native species once flourished. By grounding their events in seasonal cycles and local stewardship\, they give volunteers a hands-on way to participate in long-term habitat healing – often right in their own neighborhoods. \nFor the birding community\, this means more than just pretty flowers. Native plants provide the food\, cover\, and nesting habitat that sustain birds year-round – from May warblers in migration to overwintering sparrows and resident chickadees. Every goldenrod they restore\, every patch of sedge they replant\, and every invasive shrub they remove makes a real difference in the complex web of life that birds rely on. They welcome birders not just as observers\, but as land stewards – people who know the land through sound\, movement\, and attention. Your insight is exactly what we need to make restoration more responsive\, connected\, and enduring.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/jonathan-parker-with-seeds-to-community-washtenaw/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown\, 343 South Fifth Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Moth Night at Matthaei - National Moth Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Moth Week \nwith Matthaei Botanical Gardens\, UM Entomology Club\, and Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance \nLast month’s moth night at Matthaei was a tremendous success—shattering all previous records with 219 species observed\, 743 total observations\, and an enthusiastic turnout of participants! We’re thrilled to return to this outstanding University of Michigan property in partnership with the U-M Entomology Club\, with support from Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum\, to celebrate National Moth Week. 👉 View and compare all of our moth night observations on iNaturalist here. \nWhat to Expect \nWe’ll set up several UV light stations in a variety of habitats throughout the gardens to attract different moth species. This is a relaxed\, come-and-go event with participants moving between stations at their own pace throughout the night. \nChat During the Event\nWe’ve set up a simple group chat for participants to connect\, share information\, and ask questions during the event. Only active during the event. No app or sign up required — just open this link in your browser:\n👉 tlk.io/wbnamoths \nWhat to Bring \nA light source \n\nTrails can be uneven and unpaved—bring a flashlight or headlamp\nA flashlight also helps illuminate moths for photography.\n\nAn iNaturalist account (optional but encouraged) \n\nUpload your own observations to help document the night’s biodiversity\nNew to iNaturalist? Check out this quick start guide: https://www.inaturalist.org/pages/getting+started\n\nDark clothing \n\nMoths are less likely to land on you than the sheets. Think “ninja night!\n\nCuriosity and questions \n\nMoth enthusiasts will be on hand to share knowledge and help with IDs.\n\nSchedule \n9:00 PM – Meet at the Conservatory steps of Matthaei Botanical Gardens \nOpening remarks\, introductions\, and a quick rundown of what to expect. \n9:15 PM – Disperse to explore the light stations \nWander\, observe\, photograph\, and ask questions at your own pace. \n10:30 PM – UV Wavelength Walk \nGather again at the conservatory for a guided walk using UV flashlights to search for caterpillars and other glowing lifeforms—or continue exploring the light stations on your own. \nEnd of Program – ~11:30 PM or later \nStations will begin coming down after 11:30\, but the exact end time is flexible. \nWhy Moths? \nMoths are essential to ecosystems and vastly outnumber their butterfly relatives—160\,000+ described species (possibly up to 500\,000!) compared to just 17\,500 butterfly species. They play a key role in the food web\, especially for birds: 96% of terrestrial bird species feed their young insects\, and caterpillars—protein-rich and abundant—are a staple. \nExplore More \nCheck out the Moth Nights of Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance iNaturalist project to see details\, photos\, and stats of past moth nights.
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