THIS MEETUP IS AT A DIFFERENT LOCATION AND TIME THAN USUAL.

This week, we're wandering off into the great outdoors, to go look at "bugs" insects arthropods invertebrates "bugs". It's just going to be a very casual informal event, led by your resident bug nerd who has no qualifications other than being way too into bugs as a kid. If you have your own fun facts to share, feel free to regale us with them during the walk too!

Make sure to come dressed suitably for a nature walk, and bring water to stay hydrated. In case of wet weather, we'll panic and catch fire attempt to spontaneously figure something out.

Readings

1. Just in case: flip through NParks' dos & don'ts and etiquette & tips guides
2. Basic guide: what is an insect?
3. Basic guide: what is not an insect? (Can't say I approve of it being framed around pest management, but there's only so much I could find.)
4. Optional: read as much or as little as you like of this reddit debate (you may need this wiki article section for context), so you too can form Opinions about the word "bug". If you're invested in this entomological etymological argument, you can consider researching more about the history of the word.

Discussion

1. Are there things about insects (...or other assorted "bugs") you'd like to know more about? Feel free to bring them up and we can discuss.

Location

Meet at Beauty World MRT Exit A (underground part) at 4 pm.

We will wait for everyone to gather for 5-10 mins, and then head over to Rifle Range Nature Park for our walk. Remember to bring water!