# Event Details - **Event Name**: Bug Safari at Wildwood Conservation Area - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am - **Event Description**: Join us on an epic quest of tiny proportions as we discover the wonders of an amazing world hiding in plain sight!About this EventA bout Bug SafariWhen you think of a safari, you might imagine lions hunting antelope, elephants munching on fruit and bark, or cheetahs racing through the grass in Maasai Mara National Reserve. But since Kenya is pretty far away, why not try a mini safari right here in Ontario? And when we say mini, we mean bugs! Join us for Bug Safari at Fanshawe Conservation Area and discover the wonders of a tiny but amazing world hiding in plain sight. In this world, Praying Mantis wait to ambush frogs, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail caterpillars chew on the leaves of towering Tulip Trees, and Autumn Meadowhawk dragonflies zoom through the air along shorelines. Bring your excitement and curiosity and we’ll bring the bug nets and field guides. UTRCA staff will be on hand to offer support and answer questions throughout the program, but you will be free to explore and collect insects to your heart’s content. At the end of the safari, we will gather to show and tell some of the amazing creatures we found.Bug Safari is a great event for budding and experienced entomologists alike, although all children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Sign up soon because we only have 30 spots available. We can’t wait to explore with you!Program Notes-Bug Safari is a free event, but the regular vehicle gate fee will apply when entering the park.-Registration through Eventbrite is required to attend Bug Safari. All participants must receive their own ticket, including children and babies, so we can have an accurate head count.-Please come dressed appropriately for a morning adventure in the forest, pond, and grass. The better prepared you are, the more bugs you are likely to find! Bug Safari will run rain or shine, but will be canceled in the case of severe inclement weather. If the event is cancelled due to inclement weather, we will notify all participants through email by 8 am on the day of the event. We will do our best to reschedule the event to a new date/time.-Onsite washrooms will be available, if needed.-Don’t forget to pack a water bottle and nut-free snacks.All UTRCA summer events will be led by UTRCA Environmental Educators. Staff have First Aid training and Vulnerable Persons Checks. We are excited to share our passion for nature and the outdoors with you!Questions?Contact Rachael Jensen, Community Education Technician, Upper Thames River Conservation Authorityjensenr@thamesriver.ca - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/st-marys/bug-safari-at-wildwood-conservation-area/100001991869101101 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Wildwood Conservation Area - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: St. Marys - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Wildwood Conservation Area - **lat**: 43.2675277 - **long**: -81.06867190000003 - **full address**: Wildwood Conservation Area, 3995 Line 9, St. Marys, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Bug Safari at Wildwood Conservation Area - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/0854711682da9f3b2503f779196de643ff5f234d180347f03a466baa68ad8b45-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc5df62-gmir.jpg?v=1782663245 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Bug Safari at Wildwood Conservation Area being held? - **A:** Bug Safari at Wildwood Conservation Area takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am at Wildwood Conservation Area, 3995 Line 9, St. Marys, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Bug Safari at Wildwood Conservation Area? - **A:** Bug Safari at Wildwood Conservation Area is organized by Upper Thames River Conservation Authority. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Bug Safari at Wildwood Conservation Area 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 St. Marys, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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