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There is a whole other world that comes alive at night, and on March 10 the Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute is hosting a presentation on the mysterious creatures that hunt at night. The presentation goes from 1-5 p.m.

Published on March 8, 2012; Published on March 5, 2012

Ever thought about the world that wakes up after you’ve gone to sleep, especially those animals that feed on the wing or glide silently though the woodland around you? These animals, so often overlooked by most of us are fascinating and much studied by many. Join us for an afternoon/evening on Saturday March 10, 1 – 5 p.m., at the Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute, Kempt, for an exciting “Night Fliers” event.

Guest speakers will enlighten us about the secret life of owls, the worrying current plight of Nova Scotia’s bats, the elusive flying squirrel and the understated beauty of moths. The Hope for Wildlife Society will be with us for the afternoon, bringing some live owls and sugar gliders (Australia’s answer to flying squirrels). There will be games and activities for kids too, so make a family day of it!

If you want to experience some night life first hand, stick around for a tasty supper at the Maitland Bridge Community Hall, from 4:30-7 p.m., $8 for buffet meal, and join us at the Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site Visitors Centre (and Dark Sky Preserve!) at 6:30 p.m. in the evening for a guided owl walk and some star-gazing. Check weather details and dress warmly!

For more details, please check our website: www.merseytobeatic.ca or call on 682-2371.

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