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Firefly Hikes

Lancaster Conservancy

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Join us to learn about this incredible, illuminated critters! We will learn about fireflies' life cycle, how to identify species by their light pattern, and the science behind their illuminated bottoms.

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Lancaster Conservancy

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Since 1969 the Conservancy has been working to protect and restore important natural places for people and wildlife.

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