Silent Sparks: The Wondrous World of Fireflies
Joan Hanchett Nature Series – Spring presentation
- When: Friday April 10, 6:30pm
- Where: Francestown Town Hall
- Presenter: Sara Lewis, Ph.D
Come learn about Fireflies
...one of our greatest ambassadors for Earth’s natural magic. For centuries their ethereal beauty has sparked wonder and inspired poets, artists, and children of all ages. We’ll find out how they get their bright lights, explore their remarkable lifestyles, hear how human activities put fireflies at risk, and find out how we can help protect these dazzling creatures.
Our speaker will be Sara Lewis, Ph.D, a biologist and professor emerita at Tufts who has spent more than three decades studying firefly behavior, ecology, and evolution. She coordinates global firefly conservation efforts as co-chair of the IUCN Firefly Specialist Group, has authored over 100 scientific publications as well as presented a mainstage TED talk about fireflies. She is the author of Silent Sparks: The Wondrous World of Fireflies.
The Joan Hanchett Nature Series is a free program for adults and children of all ages. It is sponsored by Francestown Land Trust, George Holmes Bixby Memorial Library, The Francestown News, and the Francestown Conservation Commission.
About The Francestown Land trust
Mission and History
The mission of the Francestown Land Trust is to help preserve natural land areas significant to Francestown and to provide conservation opportunities and education for area residents.
History
Founded in 1986, the Francestown Land Trust (FLT) is dedicated to protecting critical natural land areas in Francestown, New Hampshire, and nearby environs. A registered 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization, FLT can hold and monitor conservation easements, help negotiate land transfers, and, with public support, purchase sensitive properties.
FLT currently owns 1,334 acres of property, including the Rand Brook Forest and Schott Brennan Falls Reserve, all of which are accessible to the public.
Additionally, FLT holds conservation easements on 37 privately owned properties, facilitating the protection of an additional 1,871 acres.
In total, FLT contributes to the preservation of 3,205 acres and also maintains one Executory Interest.
membership and governance
Annual Membership dues help support the FLT mission. If you would like to join please click on the link below to sign up.
A grassroots organization, FLT’s all-volunteer structure consists of an eleven-member working Board of Directors and a network of active volunteers. Board members, current and past, have received the prestigious Gordon A. Russell Award, given annually by the Piscataquog Land Conservancy, for leadership and unusual achievements in conservation. Board members, current and past, have also been honored with the Tudor Richards Award from New Hampshire Audubon
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Come learn about Fireflies
Joan Hanchett Nature Series Spring presentation
- When: Friday April 10, 6:30pm
- Where: Francestown Town Hall
- Presenter: Sara Lewis, Ph.D