On Friday, Oct. 26, the popular Halloween Night Hike will run from 6-9 p.m. under the bright light of the rising full moon at the Maine Wildlife Park on Route 26 in Gray. The park will open to the public for this special “night walk” so visitors can view wildlife at night.

Halloween decorations will add to the excitement. Bring flashlights, or some may be available to purchase at the gate. We will provide red cellophane to cover your flashlight beams, which will help improve night vision.

WILD Discovery Stations will be set up around the park. Kids can have their pictures taken with Moxie Moose and Kennebago Bear in full costume! Adults and kids should wear their costumes and get into the spirit of Halloween while enjoying a crisp fall evening with our wildlife.

Other activities will include Halloween Stories for Tots; Games and Face Painting; Costume Contests (with prizes!!) for two age categories and a Haunted Tree Trail.

The regular admission fee will be charged for this special night visit. This special program will be postponed to Oct. 27 if necessary; call the park automated answering line at 657-4977 ext. 0 for up-to-date information on the day of the hike. The Nature Store and Snack Shack will be open for snacks and souvenirs.

The Maine Wildlife Park has over 25 species of native wildlife on display, plus wildlife gardens, nature trails, and other interactive exhibits and displays. The park is open daily through Nov. 11 from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; visitors must leave the premises by 6 p.m.

Admission to the park is free for ages 3 and under; $4 ages 5-12; $6 for adults, and $4.50 for seniors. Groups of 15 or more are $3 per person. Bring a picnic and spend the day! Family and community season passes are available, and are an incredible bargain for families and groups that visit the park several times over the course of the summer.

For more information about any of these programs, please call the Maine Wildlife Park at 657-4977; or check us out online at www.mainewildlifepark.com.