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SUMMARY:Breakfast with Bat Scientists
CLASS:PUBLIC
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER by May 13. Cost $5. Ages 16+.\\n\\nPrompt arrival 
 at 4:45 AM is 
 necessary to observe the bats before they become inactive at sunrise.\\n\
 \nFor the very first time\, we are offering a unique opportunity to adven
 turous early risers. Join researchers from the Illinois Bat Conservation 
 Program and geneticist Jordyn Chace as they look for bats returning to th
 eir roosting spot at the Covered Bridge before sunrise. Participate in th
 e researchers’ work collecting fresh guano for DNA testing. With the help
  of thermal imaging cameras\, we will catch a glimpse of the heat signatu
 res of the bats. Bring a camping chair if you have one. Dress for the wea
 ther and temperature. You will be guided on a 0.4 mile paved path between
  the parking area and the Covered Bridge. Instructions about where to ent
 er and park in the preserve will be emailed after registration.\\n\\nAfte
 r the field experience at the Covered Bridge\, coffee and pastries will b
 e provided inside the Museum of the Grand Prairie. Get your burning bat q
 uestions answered\, learn about the research\, and discuss bat ecology wi
 th the scientists.\\n\\nFor more info: (217) 896-2455 or Morgan at mduerk
 sen-balk@ccfpd.org.\\n\\nFor disability-related modifications for all pro
 grams\, contact Chelsea at cprahl@ccfpd.org or 217 586-2612.\\n\\nLet us 
 know you're interested on our FB Event Page!
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DTSTART:20260515T094500Z
DTEND:20260515T113000Z
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