Night HIke through Sodalis Nature Preserve

The program will be led by Hannibal Parks & Recreation’s Nature Interpreter Gale Rublee and members of the Mississippi Hills Missouri Master Naturalist chapter. Being outside and present during the transition from day to dusk to night gives the opportunity to slow down and tune in to nature’s crepuscular (dawn and dusk) comings and goings. Rublee said, “While most of the Indiana bats are in their summer forest homes, there’s always some bats around Sodalis including the endangered gray bat maternity colony.” The hike will include seasonal observations along the way and a heightening of the senses as participants return in the dark. “It’s a fun evening activity for the family and Friday night dates,” she said. The full program is about two hours and covers a 2-mile paved loop with a steep incline. Participants have the option to return sooner as desired. Nature programs are free due to the generous sponsorship of Hannibal BASF. Registration is required