Bats: Our Flying Friends

With UGA Extension Master Naturalists

Bats are fascinating creatures that do so much for us. Enjoy an educational talk with UGA Extension bat experts Laurie and Larry Alvord and learn about the vital role bats play in ecosystems, from insect control to pollination. Gain a deeper appreciation for bats as you walk our sidewalks outside to listen for bats. This program is suitable for adults and high school students.

About the presenters: Larry Alvord has 35 years of experience in research and development doing material testing in the medical device industry. Laurie Alvord has a broad range of experiences utilizing her degrees in engineering and education. She ran her own business and later developed curriculum for early childhood education and professional trainings for adults. Together, Larry and Laurie joined the Forsyth County Master Naturalist Extension Volunteers in 2018. They have worked on a variety of community environmental projects, including bat conservation. Larry and Laurie want to bring public awareness of the importance of bats as well as our natural environment.

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