Backlighting Night
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![Magnified view of a beetle and smaller insects seen through a circular magnifying glass, held over a light-colored surface.]()
California Prionus Beetle
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![A toad with gray and orange-brown coloration sitting on dry grass and small plants at night.]()
Western Toad
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![A group of five silhouettes of people, including children and adults, stand outdoors at night, illuminated by flashlights directed at trees and bushes. The dark sky is visible with a few stars, and the scene shows a wooded area with lush green trees and dry shrubbery.]()
Spotlighting a Great Horned Owl
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![A glowing blue scorpion on dark purple ground illuminated by ultraviolet light.]()
Scorpion Under Blacklight
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![An owl perched on a branch at night with wide, bright yellow eyes.]()
Northern Saw-whet Owl
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![Two illuminated fabric screens, one blue and one white, set up outdoors during dusk or night, surrounded by trees and dark sky.]()
Blacklight Setup
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![Five children gathered around a glowing plant at night, examining it with flashlights.]()
June Blacklighting Night
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![Close-up of a small insect with red head and dark body walking on white fabric against a black background.]()
Leather-winged Beetle
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June Blacklighting Night
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July Blacklighting Night
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Western Poplar Sphinx Moth
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July Blacklighting Night
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July Blacklighting Night
Registration Opening Soon
Join us for a night of glowing discovery! Under the beam of UV lights, we’ll uncover the hidden world of nocturnal insects—moths, beetles, and more—as they come alive in vibrant color. We’ll also venture out on short excursions to search for other elusive creatures of the night, like owls, amphibians, and snakes. This hands-on evening is perfect for curious minds and adventurous spirits, combining science, exploration, and wonder in God’s nighttime creation.
Cedarwood Outdoor School will loan field guides, flashlights, magnifying glasses, and other equipment to sharpen wildlife observations.
All ages are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Please bring water and wear appropriate clothing.
Students are not required to stay for the entire duration, but must arrive at 7:15pm so that we can set up as a group.
“You make darkness, and it is night, when all the beasts of the forest creep about”
-Psalm 104:20
Blacklighting Night Gallery
