Bat Night Stalk — GET WILD ABOUT WETLANDS

Bat Night Stalk: An Evening with the Microbats of Beeliar Wetlands

Join Batman Joe for a twilight journey to observe the fascinating microbats of Southwestern Australia in their unique homes!

Prepare for an enchanting evening of discovery with our Bat Night Stalk event, specially designed to bring you closer to the elusive world of microbats. Nestled within the beautiful surrounds of the Beeliar Wetlands Reserve, this twilight adventure offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these tiny, vital creatures.

Led by the renowned Batman Joe Tonga, participants will explore bat boxes—artificial roosts providing refuge for microbats displaced by urbanisation. Learn about the bats’ incredible echolocation skills, their nocturnal habits, and their role in maintaining ecological balance. As the sun sets, you’ll witness these fascinating mammals emerge for their nightly foray—a truly magical moment in nature.

Date: Monday, 14 April 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Location: The Wetlands Centre Cockburn, 184 Hope Road, Bibra Lake WA 6163

Suitable Age Groups: Children of all ages accompanied by adults*

Price:

• $15 per child (adults must accompany children, tickets required)
• $7.50 per adult
• $50 per family (2 adults and up to 3 children)
• Concession tickets available (for concession card holders and other eligible categories)

What to Bring:

• Torches (Please bring physical torches, not mobile phone lights)
• Water bottle
• Closed-in shoes
• Long-sleeved shirt and trousers
• Umbrella or raincoat (in case of wet weather)

Provided:

• Insect repellent
• Torches (limited availability)

This event is part of the WA Tree Festival, running from Saturday 12 April to Saturday 10 May 2025.

This program is sponsored by: Community Bank Fremantle – Bendigo Bank and supported by the City of Cockburn.

This event is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government’s State NRM Program.

About the Presenter:

Joe Tonga, affectionately known as Batman Joe, is an esteemed bat expert with decades of experience in bat ecology and conservation. His innovative work with microbat habitats—especially within the Beeliar Wetlands—has made him a champion of these overlooked species. Joe’s engaging and informative walks bring science, wonder, and advocacy together in one unforgettable experience.

• *This program is strictly for children and families. Adults are welcome only as guardians accompanying children (for child-safety reasons). Solo adult bookings are not accepted.
• We’re planning adult-only programs in future—stay tuned for updates!