ELKHART COUNTY, Ind. -- Hoosiers will have the chance to encounter one of the creepiest of crawlies at the Elkhart County Parks’
“Creatures of the Night” program on Sept. 25 at Benton Dam in River Preserve County Park.

Visitors are invited to brave the dark and see these eight-legged creatures in action on a spider-seeking night hike. 

The event is from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and aims to help participants bring a new perspective on spiders and replace fear and fascination. 

“When you have a phobia of spiders like I do, it can be hard to see them as anything other than terrifying”, stated Annie Aguirre, program coordinator.

“But if you push through those jittery feelings and start to observe them, they can be really fun to watch. It’s sort of like watching a thunderstorm – both scary and captivating at the same time."

Activities will include an engaging talk by spider expert, Linda Strain, educational displays, and the opportunity to observe arachnids on a guided hike.

Cost is free for the program open to ages 12 or older, and no registration is required.

The program will be weather dependent.