Have you ever wondered about bats? Learn all about these fascinating creatures of the night at one of four upcoming free, family-friendly Bat Walks and Talks hosted by the Sunshine Coast Wildlife Project. Bat Walks will take place from 8:15 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, May 13, at Tyner Park, Saturday, May 14, at Sargeant Bay Park, Friday, May 20 at Roberts Creek Estuary, and Saturday, May 21 at Sechelt Marsh. Dress warmly and bring a flashlight. In case of rain, walks may be rescheduled.
Join local scientists and use ultrasonic detectors to listen to the echolocation calls of bats and discover how scientists use their unique vocal signatures to identify different species. Observe bats foraging for insects and learn about their vital role in natural pest control. Learn about the threats to bats and find out how you can help them by improving habitat on your property or participating in the Annual BC Bat Count.
The Wildlife Project’s local bat walks are a part of Science Odyssey (sciod.ca), a country-wide festival supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) to celebrate Canadian achievements in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Every year in May, hundreds of science outreach leaders deliver fun, engaging, and inspiring activities to Canadians of all ages. Bat conservation and research activities on the Sunshine Coast are supported by NSERC, Habitat Stewardship Program, Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, Forest Enhancement Society of BC, and Gencon Foundation.
For more information about the upcoming Bat Walks or to learn how to get involved in Sunshine Coast bat stewardship efforts, please visit www.coastwildlife.ca or Facebook or email [email protected].
