Bats: Misunderstood Creatures of the Night

Bats are often misunderstood and feared animals. Join Danielle, local bat specialist, to learn about bats in your neighbourhood. Discover what bat species are found in the Greater Vancouver area, understand the threats they face, learn how to minimize bat encounters and easy ways you can help local bat populations. Danielle will bring bats into a new light and discuss their importance plus she will also bring a display board and samples.

The topic of bats is timely given that it is taking place during International Bat Week (Oct.24 to 31. Check this link: https://batweek.org/) to discover the variety of events that take place during this week. The primary focus of this special week is on bringing bats into a new light and to present opportunities to discuss their importance.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Danielle Dagenais has been working and volunteering on bat projects since 2011. She has been the Regional Coordinator for the Community Bat Programs of BC since 2018. She is also a wildlife educator and consultant under her own company. Danielle leads bat events throughout the region and visits schools and provides bat education for all ages. When time allows, Danielle helps with local bat research.