Moth Night 2024

Join CCE Broome and the Naturalists' Club of Broome County to partake in Moth Night. We will be releasing hand-raised Cecropia moths, in addition to attracting the beautiful Rosy Maple moth, among other species. Participants will also learn how to increase moth diversity in their own yards and outdoor spaces. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

A very special thank you to local moth and butterfly expert, Colleen Wolpert, for leading this event!

Where: Chenango Valley State Park, Pine Plains Pavilion

When: Thursday, May 30th 8:30pm-11:00pm

We are proud to offer this program free of charge. Any youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION (From Colleen):

Do not use any insect repellant! This will keep the moths away. Any product containing Permethrin will kill moths!

Wear dark colors and long sleeves. Tuck your pants into your socks.

Tie back long hair or wear a hat. The moths (and other critters) like to get tangled in loose hair.

We are going to be using lights to attract the moths. Some of these lights get very HOT. Please be careful around these.