
Blue Ghost Firefly - Overnight Retreat
Overnight nature retreat focused on viewing rare Appalachian blue ghost fireflies, with guided night hikes and quiet low light forest immersion; camping style accommodations encourage stargazing and nocturnal wildlife observation.
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