August (8) Midsummer Night Saetgang Insect Expedition

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August (8) Vacation Special: Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park Featured Program Vacation Special: Midsummer Night Saetgang Insect Expedition On an early August (8) evening when insects are at their peak, families and friends will search for insects attracted to light and explore and observe their characteristics and ecology with a professional interpreter at Clover Square in Saetgang Ecological Park. (The program may change depending on conditions on the day.) ※ Main Program Content 1. Why do insects like light? 2. Observe different types of katydids and grasshoppers 3. Find different types of beetles and cicadas 4. Learn about moth species attracted to light Participants: Open to all (preschool or elementary school children must be accompanied by a guardian) How to Apply: Seoul Public Service Reservation or on-site registration Schedule: 8.5 (Wed.) 19:30–21:00 What to Bring: Flashlight, insect net, magnifying glass, clothing suitable for evening activities in grassy areas, and a hat Fee: Free Inquiries: Yeouisaetgang Ecological Experience Center / Eum Forest Association 02-784-0545 / 010-5542-1972 “Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Experience Center Visitor Information” 1. Yeouisaetgang Ecological Experience Center is closed on Lunar New Year's Day, Chuseok Day, and Labor Day. 2. Yeouisaetgang Ecological Experience Center is open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Except for special programs) ※ Inquiries are available only during staff hours. (10:00–18:00) 4. Important Information for Participants 1. Please cancel through My Page at least 1 day before your reservation. 2. A no-show deprives someone else of the opportunity to participate. 3. Please arrive at your reserved time. 4. Please sign the personal information consent form when participating. 5. You must follow the professional interpreter's instructions during the program. 6. Participants are responsible for any safety accidents that occur while using the program. 7. If you cannot attend, please contact us in advance. (010-5542-1972) 8. Please bring your own drinking water if needed. 9. Parking fees apply. For public transportation, see below. 10. Parking fees are not reimbursed. 11. The program may change depending on weather and on-site conditions. 12. Unless a separate cancellation notice is issued, the program will proceed in rain. (Advance notice will be provided if the program is canceled due to weather or the operator's circumstances.) 13. Photos may be taken during the program and used in reports or promotional materials. Yeouisaetgang Ecological Experience Center 48 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (02-784-0545 / 010-5542-1972) By Subway From Yeouido Station (Lines 5 and 9; 663m, about 8 minutes) Walk 109m toward Exit 1 of Yeouido Station -> cross the crosswalk 30m in front of the exit -> turn right and continue 209m -> cross the crosswalk for 18m at Gwangjang Apartment Building 2 -> turn left and continue 116m From Saetgang Station (Line 9; 624m, about 9 minutes) Go to Exit 4 of Saetgang Station (62m) -> continue straight and turn left at AJ POP Management Consulting for 111m -> cross the 19m crosswalk at Daewoo Trump World 2 Apartment Building A -> continue 164m to Yeouido Xi Apartment Building 101 -> cross the 20m crosswalk at Yeouido Xi Apartment Building 101 -> turn right and continue straight for 249m By Car (you must walk at least 10 minutes after parking) Use Yeouido Parking Lot 5 (63 Yeouido-dong), then walk 1.2km for 15 minutes Continue straight for 154m -> turn left and continue 530m -> turn left and continue 522m to the center ※ The subway is the most convenient option.