The Nature at Nightfall event that was scheduled to take place on Friday 9/25/2026 at Prairie Pines has been cancelled due to the rain forecasted all weekend.

Please join us on September 25th, 2026 from 6:30-10PM at Prairie Pines Nature Preserve as we welcome our transition into the Fall season by exploring nature as the sun begins to set. There is so much to discover from dusk to nightfall as the days grow shorter and the nights grow longer. We will have a wide array of activities going on throughout the evening so there is sure to be something for everyone!

Activities will be scattered around the Prairie Pines property and there will be plenty of maps and signs to help guide you. Below is a lineup for the evening:

Live Reptiles & Amphibians– 6:30-8PM
Dusk to Nightfall Hikes– 6:30, 7, 7:30PM
Nocturnal Animal Pelts– 6:30-8PM
Live Owl Presentations– 7, 7:30, 8PM
Moth Lighting– 8-10PM
Bat Mist Netting– 8-10PM
Astronomy– 8-10PM

This event requires registration, please register HERE!

Due to parking limitations, registration will close at 230 guests

We recommend dressing in layers and checking the weather right before heading out as it may get chilly throughout the evening. If you wish to lay under the stars during astronomy, please consider bringing your own blanket or mat as we have a limited supply.

We hope to see you there!