Nighttime Nature

Don’t be afraid of the dark, the nocturnal creatures sure aren’t! Come explore nature at night and learn about your nocturnal neighbours, including the sights and sounds you may not normally experience in the daytime.

Important Information

This program is suitable for all ages. 

Dress for the weather. This is a rain or shine event, unless severe weather is in the forecast.  

No dogs permitted, service animals welcome. 

Difficulty Rating

Difficult. This program will take place on the trails at night, including sloped and uneven terrain.

Cancellations and Refunds

Due to processing fees, no refunds will be given for cancelled registrations for this event. No refunds will be given for no-shows. If the event is cancelled due to weather, illness, or minimum registrations not reached, we will attempt to reschedule, or a full refund will be issued based on the circumstances of the cancellation.

About the Presenter

Derek Stone is a lifelong naturalist and wildlife enthusiast, who pursued his degree in Environmental Studies and Resource Management at Trent University with a focus on ecology and public policy. Since then, Derek has engaged in multiple positions that focus on monitoring and restoring degraded environments, and enthusiastically engaging the public with nature. As The Riverwood Conservancy’s Program Director, Derek focuses on creating strong connections between nature and people, and embracing those connections to support both our environment and our community.