Dear Friend of the National Parks,

This Halloween season, we want to share conservation stories of ghost
orchids and our country's rarest bats with you. Join us on October 27
for a talk featuring experts from National Parks Conservation
Association and Bat Conservation International (BCI) that will include
family-friendly and individual activities that you can do during Bat
Week and an interactive Q&A session at the end.

Ghost orchids are elegant, elusive plants that are only found in one
place in the U.S. -- deep in the swamps of the western Greater
Everglades. A globally imperiled species, ghost orchids help highlight
the many threats that affect the delicate balance of the swamp
ecosystem -- from drought and hurricanes to habitat degradation and
even illegal poaching. Hear about exploration deep into the heart of
ghost orchid habitat, unique insights into what science tells us about
this fascinating species, and how we can help advocate for better
protection of rare species and their habitats through the Endangered
Species Act.

Bats are integral to ecosystems across the country by consuming
insects, pollinating plants and dispersing seeds. Florida bonneted
bats are considered our country's rarest bat species, and are only
found in Southern Florida. BCI's Dr. Melquisedec Gamba-Rios will share
his story of researching and conserving Florida bonneted bats, and
will unveil the latest exciting news about bat conservation and
recovery. Best yet, there are fun ways you can get involved! BCI's
Erin Cord will highlight ways that individuals and families can engage
in bat-centric activities, from your own backyards to parks across the
country.

Event Details

WHAT: NPCA Park Talk: Spooky Species Stories

WHEN: Wednesday, October 27, 3 - 4 p.m. Eastern | 12 - 1 p.m. Pacific

WHO:
* Cara Capp, National Parks Conservation Association
* Melissa Abdo, National Parks Conservation Association
* Melquisedec Gamba-Rios, Bat Conservation International
* Erin Cord, Bat Conservation International

RSVP: RSVP here to receive Zoom information.
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Please join us and celebrate Halloween in spooky species style!

All the best,

Melissa Abdo, Ph.D.
Regional Director, Sun Coast

NPCA | 777 6th Street, NW | Suite 700 |
Washington, DC 20001 | 800.NAT.PARK | [email protected]

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