Moth Night at Tommy Thompson Park

Curious about moth biodiversity at Tommy Thompson Park? Join us for an evening moth survey at Toronto's urban wilderness!

Join TRCA educators and local moth experts to learn more about these nocturnal insects. This program will begin with an informative talk about moths and their importance in the ecosystem. Then, in small groups, TRCA educators will take participants into the park through a rotation of survey sites to observe moths.

This walk is part of TRCA's Butterfly Festival at Tommy Thompson Park program series.

This event is intended for Ages 12+:

• Beginner level information
• Introductory concepts delivered in a presentation style format
• Intended audience includes youth and adults

Date and Time: Tuesday, July 14th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm (RAIN DATE: Thursday, July 16th)

Capacity: 45 participants.

Location: Tommy Thompson Park at the Main Entrance located here.

Ticket Price: Tickets for this event are $17.00 + HST (plus Eventbrite fees).

*If cost presents a financial barrier to your purchase, please contact Vicky at [email protected].

TRCA Conservation Parks Pass Members receive 10% off at checkout. Use promo code TRCACP to apply your discount.**

**You will be requested to show proof of membership during check-in, please be ready to present your membership card when requested.

Parking/Transit Info: For details on how to get to Tommy Thompson Park, visit the park website.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests received by TRCA more than 14 days before the start of the program will receive a 75% refund of the relevant program fees paid. Cancellation requests received by TRCA less than 14 days before the start of the program do not qualify for a refund. Minimum registration numbers are required for the program to operate. In the event TRCA must cancel the program due to low registration, a refund of the ticket price less Eventbrite fees will be issued. Please direct any questions regarding the cancellation policy for this event to Vicky at [email protected].

Waitlist Info: If the event is sold out, please email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist.

• Please dress appropriately for the weather: the presentation and survey will take place entirely outdoors.
• Be prepared to walk approximately 1.5km in total.
• As we will be entering wooded and grassy areas of the park, long pants and close-toed shoes are strongly recommended.
• Consider bringing a headlamp or flashlight to help illuminate the trail after sunset. Flashlights will also be available to borrow during the program.
• Note that we will be stopping at each survey site to observe the moths. Consider your own comfort - bug spray or bug clothing may be useful to you.
• High powered black lights will be set up at each survey site. For your safety, please bring sunglasses.
• It is recommended that you wear dark coloured clothes to prevent moths from collecting on your clothing.
• Public bathrooms are limited on site. Please plan accordingly.
• Bring a filled water bottle and snacks, if needed.

TRCA is committed to creating an accessible experience for all participants. If you require an accessibility accommodation, please email Vicky at [email protected] at least 7 days prior to the event.