Under the cover of darkness, exploration at Lackford Lakes through a biofluorescence hike
The much-anticipated "Night Hike" event is set to take place at the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens on July 16, 2025, from 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm. This unique experience promises a mesmerising journey, where you can witness biofluorescence, along with the enchanting nighttime sounds and nocturnal pollinators.
The event, designed for adults aged 18 and over, requires registration. Although a specific ticket booking link was not provided, contacting the organizer via the email [email protected] is recommended. The event organisers, the National Park Service, are collaborating with local naturalists and mycologists, ensuring expert guidance during the walk.
Attendees are advised to bring a reusable water bottle, a charged phone, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress appropriately for the weather. The location for the event is the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019. While the What3Words address for the event is pencils.reckons.complies, the exact location for the alternative biofluorescence-related tours like kayaking bioluminescence night tours is not specified.
Regarding accessibility, while no explicit details were given, the instructions to wear closed-toe shoes and dress for weather, along with the presence of expert guides, suggest some consideration for participant safety and comfort. However, specific details on wheelchair accessibility or other accommodations were not provided.
The event facilities and parking information are available. Babies in arms or pushchairs are welcome, but please note the late time of this event. For children under 18, they must have their own ticket and be accompanied by an adult with a ticket. A torch is necessary for the event, and the trails may not be fully accessible following poor weather due to a lack of paving or tarmac.
Bicycle parking is available at the venue, and participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather. Dogs are allowed on the Sayer's Breck red route, but they are not permitted at the Night Hike event.
For those seeking alternative biofluorescence-related tours, Blue Waters Kayak Adventures offers a three-hour guided night tour starting July 11, 2025. This event requires no kayaking experience and includes equipment like tandem kayaks, paddle jackets, and wetsuits available upon prior request.
In summary, the Night Hike event offers a captivating opportunity to explore biofluorescence. The event takes place at the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens on July 16, 2025, from 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Registration is required via contact email [email protected]. Attendees are advised to bring a reusable water bottle, a charged phone, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress appropriately for the weather. Accessibility details are not explicitly stated, but the event facilities and parking information are available. Alternative related events include the bioluminescence kayak tours starting July 11, 2025.
This Night Hike event, a part of an outdoor-living lifestyle, is scheduled at the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens on July 16, 2025, catering to aged 18 and above, with registration advised through a provided email. This unique experience integrates birdwatching and nocturnal pollinators, featuring biofluorescence, within the realms of home-and-garden activities. For those desiring alternative biofluorescence-related tours, Blue Waters Kayak Adventures offers guided night kayaking tours starting July 11, 2025, promoting accessibility with prior-requested equipment and no kayaking experience required.
