Located in the vast 60,000-plus-acre Shawnee State Forest, lthe site is one of high, native biodiversity. Large numbers of moth species and other nocturnal insects will be attracted to our specially-installed light stations, all while under the mentorship of expert naturalists. Evening presentations will be hosted at the Shawnee Lodge and Conference Center. Be prepared to stay up late into the night, so come well-rested!

Optional Friday and Saturday afternoon guided hikes will expose participants to the region’s stunning beauty, with additional sit-down classes to choose from. When we get close to the dates of the event, we will be emailing you details on all of our field rrips adn workshops, asking you for your preferences, Your choice will be confirmed your assignments by email, along with all the driving directions you’ll need for the entire weekend.

BEGINNERS ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED! Previous experience is not at all necessary. We are eager to help beginners enjoy the event , and we can’t think of a better entry to loving moths than Mothapalooza!. Special training and orientation programs are available for beginners on Friday afternoon. Fortunately, unlike butterflies, once moths land on a lighting sheet, they usually relax and will linger quietly for minutes, sometimes hours, allowing you to closely approach and providing plenty of time to take photographs to facilitate later identification, Even your cell phone will perform quite nicely for this function.

If you have any questions, contact our Education Coordinator, Cassidy Drummond, at 937-794-3360.

Hosted by: Arc of Appalachia

Cost: $250

Learn more and register here: https://www.arcofappalachia.org/mothapalooza/