Join the Nightlife!

625 Commercial Loop,San Marcos TX 78666

22 September, 2022

Description

Get immersed in the amazing world of bats with leading experts in this hands-on experience. Learn bat house building, bat mist netting and acoustics, sustainable agriculture techniques, and so much more! INCLUDED:A private tour of Bracken Cave, the world's largest bat colony and emergence, with picnic-style dinnerTwo full days of expert-guided lectures, field trips, and hands-on demonstrationsTwo nights of mist netting and acoustic recording to see and hear live bats! (dinners included)A free signed copy of Merlin's newest book, The Bat House Guide1 year of Leadership Membership in MTBC, including 20 free photo downloads, discounts on additional photo downloads and merchandise, and invitations to join Merlin for privately chartered bat-watching cruises at Austin’s Congress Avenue BridgeStudent discounts ($100 admission)Course credit for participating Master Naturalist programsNOT INCLUDED:Hotel accommodations (inquire about a group rate)Travel (carpool from hotel to field site will be encouraged)LunchLectures will be held at the Courtyard Marriott, San Marcos. Field trips, demonstrations, and live bat capture will be held at Swift River Pecans, LLC. Proof of recent rabies vaccination or acceptable titer is required for handling bats, but not required for attendance. HURRY! Limited capacity event. Admission increases September 1. Email [email protected] for more details or to request a student discount.