Bat Night

Want to decode the secret world of bats? Join a bat‑acoustic survey led by an endangered‑species bat biologist! We can't hear bats echolocating, but we can record their calls and use software to determine what species are making those calls. We will use bat acoustic detectors to record bat calls and see in real time what bats are flying around us and using the area. Bring all your batty questions and a headlamp if you have one! No experience needed, everyone is welcome. There is no registration. This is a drop-in event.

Meet us in the auditorium at the Bloomington Visitor Center.
3815 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55425

The first portion of the program will be spent indoors going over bat species details and then we will go on a short walk on paved grounds using sonar devices. The pace of the walk is slow and easy. The program will be led by two staff.

Comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing. Bug spray is recommended and a headlamp if you have one

Accessibility: Restrooms and water fountains are located inside the visitor center. Handicap parking and dropoff available. Visitor center is flat aggregate or carpeted flooring with ramps to access all areas. There are benches and rest areas around the visitor center. Trailheads are a 0.1-0.2 mile distance from the parking lot.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to these events for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services, close captioning, or other accommodation needs at least ten business days before the event to Oscar Hernandez at b3NjYXJfaGVybmFuZGV6IHwgZndzICEgZ292.

Questions? Contact TWlubmVzb3RhVmFsbGV5IHwgZndzICEgZ292 or call (952) 854-5900 (press 1 to reach Visitor Services).

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