Find out about our wild night life and do some star gazing with “Iroquois Observations” (IO) at Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, June 21. Meet at Kanyoo Nature Trail on Route 77 from 8 pm �" 11 pm. Here is the line-up for the evening:

8-9 pm �" Bats �" Learn why bats are a valuable member of our ecosystem with Liz Thomson.

9-9:30 pm �" Firefly Bottles �" Join Judy Light to make “firefly bottles” from recycled plastic bottles and glow sticks. Use them on the Flashlight Foray to follow.

9:15 pm and 9:30 pm �" Flashlight Foray �" Bring your own flashlight or “firefly bottle” for a walk in the woods.

9:30 pm-11 pm �" Bug Light �" Toby Mansfield will set up a bug trap to attract insects that come out at night.

9:30 pm-11pm (time approximate)�" Astronomy �" members of the Rochester Astronomy Club will talk about stars, planets and constellations then provide telescopes for a look at the night sky.

The program is free and open to the entire family.

This program is the last of the spring schedule of “Iroquois Observations” for 2008. IO will return for three weekends in the fall starting October 5. For a full schedule call refuge staff at 585-948-5445 or visit our website http://iroquoisnwr.fws.gov.

“Iroquois Observations” is a series of nature programs presented in partnership with the Buffalo Audubon Society.

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge, located midway between Rochester and Buffalo, NY, is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals and commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov.

-FWS