# Event Details

- **Event Name**: An Accidental Success: How a Vernal Pool Appeared at the George Spangler Farm
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: More than 50 years ago, farmers working the farm inadvertently created a rare and valuable wetland. Though unintentional, this vernal pool now supports a diverse array of wildlife uniquely adapted to its seasonally changing conditions.

The evening begins with an indoor presentation with the Civil War Institute's rising historian, Maddie Ulman, introducing vernal pools and the species that depend on them. Participants will then walk—approximately a quarter mile—to the wetland site and experience the springtime activity that makes the ecosystem remarkable, led by Betsy Leppo, Senior Invertebrate Zoologist with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy.

Ticket holders may drive to the property for this program where on-site parking will be available. The wetland will not be entered, but conditions may be wet or muddy. Appropriate footwear and weather-appropriate attire are recommended. Program is dependent on favorable weather conditions.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gettysburg/an-accidental-success-how-a-vernal-pool-appeared-at-the-george-spangler-farm/200029989620626
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- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 8

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gettysburg
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 488 Blacksmith Shop Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325-7050, United States
- **lat**: 39.80162
- **long**: -77.22098
- **full address**: 488 Blacksmith Shop Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325-7050, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is An Accidental Success: How a Vernal Pool Appeared at the George Spangler Farm being held?
  - **A:** An Accidental Success: How a Vernal Pool Appeared at the George Spangler Farm takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 488 Blacksmith Shop Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325-7050, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing An Accidental Success: How a Vernal Pool Appeared at the George Spangler Farm?
  - **A:** An Accidental Success: How a Vernal Pool Appeared at the George Spangler Farm is organized by Gettysburg Foundation.

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