Mothing: An Insect Extravaganza!

See what comes out at night during this park after dark program!

A ranger will attract insects to the area using UV lighting and a white backdrop. What night visitors will we find? Rangers will use iNaturalist to identify and record insects. 

THE PARK WILL BE DARK

*Some wildlife becomes more active at night. While this is great for experience, safety precautions are at a high. Snakes, skunks, raccoons, coyotes, bobcats, biting insects, tripping, and many other hazards may present themselves during the program. Please stay with the ranger at all times if you are not familiar with these hazards.*

When: 8 - 9:30 pm

Where: Knights Bluff Day Use Pavillion 

What to bring: 

• Water
• Bug Spray

Accessibility: Path to program is pavement, concrete sidewalk and grass. Parking and restrooms are in the program area.

Atlanta State Park has one all-terrain wheelchair available for visitor use at no additional charge. Please contact park headquarters to check availability at (903) 796-6476. 

Cost: Free with paid park admission ($3 for per person 13 and older; 12 and under are free) or with a Texas State Parks Pass.

Programs are subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.  Cancellations will be announced on the Atlanta State Park Facebook page or you can call park headquarters.