Firefly ‘Blitz
2025-06-23 18:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Join us in Cades Cove for a Firefly ‘Blitz on Monday, June 23! We’ll be going out to the cove before dusk to record firefly activity and identify species.

No experience necessary. We will be doing field studies, in the dark until 11 pm or later. We will be only be using flashlights covered with red cellophane or a red setting. Because of the extended time in the dark and data collection, this activity is not recommended for children under 14 years old.

Join us in Cades Cove for a Firefly ‘Blitz on Monday, June 23! We’ll be going out to the cove before dusk to record firefly activity and identify species.

No experience necessary. We will be doing field studies, in the dark until 11 pm or later. We will be only be using flashlights covered with red cellophane or a red setting. Because of the extended time in the dark and data collection, this activity is not recommended for children under 14 years old.

*This event is not affiliated with synchronous fireflies.

Registration is currently full, but check back for possible cancellations!

Black Lighting for "Bugs"
2025-07-18 20:00 - 23:00
Black Lighting for “Bugs”…and other nocturnal insects!

When? July 18 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Where? Bradley Fork Trailhead at Smokemont Campground

Description: Join us to help document nocturnal life in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! We will also spend time at dusk using a bat detector to monitor for bat activity in the area! We will also spend time at dusk using a bat detector to monitor for bat activity in the area!

Why use black lights?

Many insects can see ultraviolet light, which has shorter wavelengths than light visible to the human eye. For this reason, a black light will attract different insects than a regular incandescent light.

We will be using the iNaturalist app, to take photos and share to the community science platform. No prior experience necessary!

Location:

Volunteer with DLiA

Volunteers have contributed significantly to the success of the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) since we began, through field work, education and outreach, and financial support. DLiA could not continue to function without the help of our dedicated volunteers and supporters. Thank you!
