PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is hosting a 'Bioluminescence Night' at Beavertail State Park, in Jamestown, next week. The event will include an outdoor viewing of the movie Surf's Up, stargazing, and illuminated jellyfish and other local sea creatures.
"We invite families to get outdoors and enjoy a relaxing evening together at one of New England's most scenic parks for Bioluminescence Night," said DEM Director Janet Coit. "We're are excited to welcome folks to enjoy nature at Beavertail State Park while appreciating the marvels of the skies and life in the seas as part of this event. I hope Rhode Islanders will come out to Jamestown next week and join us for one of our favorite summertime programs!"
WHAT: Bioluminescence Night
WHERE: Beavertail State Park Jamestown, Rhode Island
WHEN: Monday, July 22, 2019 5 – 9 PM Movie starts at dusk
Parking is available in Lot 2, and pets on leashes are welcome.
Beavertail State Park offers some of the most beautiful vistas along the New England coastline and is a popular destination for sightseeing, saltwater fishing, hiking, and marine education. The RI Park Naturalist program runs the Beavertail Aquarium, which is housed in what was the foghorn house for the Beavertail Lighthouse. The tanks in the aquarium are set up to imitate the environment of the Jamestown shoreline. From crabs to fish and shellfish, there's always something new to discover at the aquarium. Staff collect samples of marine life for the aquarium and return them to their natural habitat after a couple of weeks. They also lead tidal pool explorations along the shore at low tide, and host special events such as Bioluminescence Night.
The Beavertail Aquarium is open from 9 AM to 5 PM, seven days a week. For more information, follow the aquarium on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BeavertailAquarium.
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