Harvest Moon Picnic & Night Stroll - Texas
This event is free to attend, with optional donations welcomed.
Just as the sun is setting in the western sky, a full moon will be rising in the east. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join Pride of Dripping Springs and The Venture Out Project volunteer, Amy, for an evening of beauty, curiosity, and connection as we witness together this year’s Harvest Moon ascend over the horizon.
September provides not only an extraordinary celestial event, but it is also an important migration time for many different animals, such as songbirds, shorebirds, waterfowl, and several species of bats, most of which migrate at night (and all of which have lots of queer representatives!). Additionally, Monarch butterflies (also queer) start crossing into Texas in late September on their way from their summer grasslands and gardens in southern Canada to their winter roosts high up in the mountains of central Mexico.
After the moon rises, we will stroll around the area and explore the sights and sounds of the night under full moonlight. Amy will bring a bat detector to listen for bats foraging overhead for dinner and a UV flashlight to look for creatures who glow in the dark. With a focus on being in community with nature and each other, this event will offer a space for everyone to experience the joys of nature in a safe, affirming, and inclusive space.
This event will also be very casual: come and stay as long or as little as you want. All ages are welcome, from elders to youth (please note that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or parental figure). Snacks and water will be provided. Port-a-potty restrooms are available, but there is no drinking water at the park. Additional details will be provided for everyone who registers.
We ask folks under the age of 18 to please register themselves and an adult to accompany them. This event is intended for the LGBTQ+ community. If you require a service dog to attend, please let us know and we’ll collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated.