Under the Cover of Night, Exploration at Lackford Lakes: Biofluorescence Stroll
Announcing the Biofluorescence Guided Walk at Lackford Lakes
Get ready for an educational and exciting adventure as Lackford Lakes hosts the Biofluorescence Guided Walk! This event is scheduled to take place at the Lackford Lakes Visitor Centre, although the exact location details will be provided during booking or on the event announcement.
The walk is set to take place during the darker months or evening times to maximise the visibility of biofluorescence, a unique natural phenomenon where certain plants, fungi, or animals emit glowing colours under specific lighting conditions. This event is suitable for families, adults, and older children who can manage walking outdoors in possibly uneven terrain and low-light conditions.
Participants are encouraged to bring a torch or flashlight (a UV or blacklight torch is ideal if you have one), warm clothing, sturdy footwear suitable for outdoor walking, and possibly insect repellent. It may also be helpful to bring a notebook or camera for noting and capturing observations.
Please check the current year’s schedule on the Lackford Lakes events page or contact the centre directly for upcoming dates. Tickets are required for children under 18, who must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket. Babies in arms/pushchairs are welcome to attend for free, but the event takes place at a late hour.
The price for the event is not specified in the provided text. For specific needs discussions, call the Lackford Lakes centre before the event. The trails may not be fully accessible following poor weather due to lack of paving/tarmac.
Dogs are permitted on the Sayer's Breck red route only. Weather-appropriate clothing, a torch, and other necessary items should be brought. Information about other events can be found on the Lackford Lakes website.
Participants will be provided with professional UV torches to illuminate creatures, and the event will be led by knowledgeable staff who will help participants spot biofluorescence. The event takes place at the location with the What3Words address: pencils.reckons.complies.
Please note that parking and wheelchair access information is not provided in the text. For any additional information or queries, contact Lackford Lakes directly.
- To optimize your birdwatching and outdoor-living experiences, consider joining the Young Wardens program at Lackford Lakes, which offers insights into home-and-garden habitats and accessibility for those with special needs.
- Lackford Lakes hosts various lifestyle events, including birdwatching expeditions, guided walks like the Biofluorescence Guided Walk, and workshops on outdoor-living skills.
- As Lackford Lakes remains committed to accessibility, make inquiries about parking and wheelchair access for events or contact the center directly to ensure a smooth and enjoyable home-and-garden and outdoor-living adventure.
