# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Naturalist Week: Moth Night
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu, 30 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: See some of the park's lesser noticed insects: Moths! During Naturalist Week you can join expert naturalists each day for a new theme packed with discovery and adventure; perfect for all ages. Come learn, explore, and connect with nature in new and exciting ways. Hands-on activities, expert talks, and outdoor adventures await!

Monday: Caving & Cave Ecosystems with Scientist, Penelope Vorster
Tuesday: Freshwater Mussels & Snorkeling with Aquatic Biologist, Tiffany Leach
Wednesday:  Geology & Rock Formations with Program Director and State Geologist, Matthew Heller
Thursday: Moth Night with Rangers
Friday: River Detectives with Naturalist, Brooks Lindamood

Thursday, July 30: Moth Night with New River Trail State Park Rangers
(8-10 pm)

Join us for an immersive, hands-on exploration of the park’s moth biodiversity! Using specialized light traps and collection techniques, we’ll observe night-time moths that often go unnoticed.

This program blends discovery and identification, offering visitors a chance to learn about these animals play such an essential role in our ecosystem. Participants will help document moth species and gain a deeper appreciation for the park’s natural heritage.

Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or simply curious about what flutters in the dark, this guided survey invites you to experience Foster Falls in a whole new way.

All ages are welcome, and no prior experience is needed.
Prepare to walk on uneven terrain for 1/2 a mile. 

Meeting location: Discovery Center in the Historic Foster Falls Village.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/max-meadows/naturalist-week-moth-night/200030384128812
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 18

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Max Meadows
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Discovery Center at Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
- **lat**: 36.88378
- **long**: -80.85291
- **full address**: Discovery Center at Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360, 116 Orphanage Dr, Max Meadows, VA 24360-3067, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Naturalist Week: Moth Night being held?
  - **A:** Naturalist Week: Moth Night takes place on Thu, 30 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Thu, 30 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Discovery Center at Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360, 116 Orphanage Dr, Max Meadows, VA 24360-3067, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Naturalist Week: Moth Night?
  - **A:** Naturalist Week: Moth Night is organized by Friends of New River Trail.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Naturalist Week: Moth Night is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Max Meadows, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Naturalist Week: Moth Night sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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