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Do you want to experience one of nature's most dazzling wonders, but you don't have the camping equipment or knowledge?  Here's a chance for you and your family of 4 (or 3 of your close friends) to join one of the two Glow and Know Campouts. You will participate in the Glow & Know activities learn about the habitats and fireflies in the area, and observe the amazing firefly mating displays and spend the night in the comfort of a Safari-style tent.

Enter the free-lottery starting January 1, 2024 for a Safari Tent Rental on either Saturday, June 22 or Tuesday, June 25.  The $600 rental includes your Glow & Know registration (including meals/snacks) and the assembled tent, a pop-up awning, 4 camping cots, camp chairs, and table.  All you will need to bring is your bedroll, pillow and personal items.  Water, port-a-john and garbage disposal are supplied. You and your party will be included in the Glow & Know programs, guided tours and meals.  

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The mission of Pennsylvania Firefly Festival, Inc. is to deliver STEAM ( Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) based firefly-themed educational programs that unite diverse races and cultures by focusing upon the
universal interest in fireflies.   
This mission will be accomplished by educational presentations to Pennsylvania K-12 schools, state parks, special interest groups and community firefly-themed events.

Our goals are as follows:

  • ï‚· Foster an understanding of natural world functions and the science and math behind firefly synchrony.

  • Stimulate critical thinking about the key role of water quality, soil condition, and dark sky for habitat conservation/environmental protection.

  • Provide actionable solutions to protect fireflies as well as other invertebrate habitats at home and throughout the community.​

We celebrate the firefly season with the Annual PA Firefly Festival Campouts on the last weekend in June.  This typically coincides with the mating displays of over fifteen different species of firefly in the Allegheny National Forest area including the Synchronous Firefly and the unique "Chinese Lantern" firefly along the Tionesta Creek.  PAFF is dedicated to responsible and sustainable firefly tourism in Pennsylvania and beyond.

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You can view all documents related to our non-profit status HERE.

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Pennsylvania Firefly Festival

13558 Route 666, Tionesta, PA

T: 814-230-2035

E: pafireflyfestival@gmail.com

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