August
2010
Guided Hikes
Saturday, August 7, 2010 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Saturday, August 14, 2010 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Saturday, August 21, 2010 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Saturday, August 28, 2010 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Education Services Volunteers, Environmental Lands Division
Take a walk through time each Saturday morning on a guided hike along the Education Center Trail. Join us for this 0.75-mile walk as we look at how the land has changed over time and discuss the ecological footprints left by those changes. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are a must, and water and a hat are recommended. Pre-registration is required by 12:00 noon on the Friday before the hike. Free. All ages welcome - children younger than 6 may find this hike challenging.
Where Have All The Frogs Gone?
Saturday, August 7, 2010 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Neal Halstead, University of South Florida
Populations of frogs and other amphibian species are declining rapidly around the world. Like canaries used by old-fashioned coal miners, amphibians may be giving us signals about the health of the planet’s wetlands. Pollution is considered the second greatest threat to aquatic and amphibious species in the United States, yet very little research has been dedicated to study its overall impact. Join Neal Halstead as he discusses cutting edge research that may help us understand environmental problems and develop solutions to enhance the likelihood of a sustainable existence for humans and wildlife. Pre-registration is required. Free. Best for adults.
Meet The Artists - Life, One Frame at a Time
Saturday, August 7, 2010 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Anne Marie Podgurski and Jim “Moose” Rood, Photos By Moose, Ruskin, FL
Anne Marie Podgurski and Jim “Moose” Rood, with fifty years of photography experience between them, began working together just five years ago. But, one would think they had been teamed for a lifetime. Attention to detail, diverse interests and dedication to each endeavor enable them to capture the special beauty of Florida. From young birds to dazzling sunsets, they record the candid moments that remind us about the wonder of nature. Join us for a chance to meet the artists and learn more about their work at a special three-hour social. Visitors can enjoy this exhibit during normal Center hours beginning August, 5, 2010 through September 25, 2010. Pre-registration is not required for this open house. Free. All ages welcome.
Book Time at Brooker Creek: Fireflies!
Thursday, August 12, 2010 10:30 am – 11:15 am
Education Services Volunteers, Environmental Lands Division
This program is designed to connect pre-school children to the wonders of the natural world. This week features Fireflies! by Julie Brinckloe. Fireflies blinking in the backyard are a timeless joy of childhood summers. This beautifully presented tale reflects the classic theme of setting something free in order to keep it close to your heart. The program also includes a craft, game or other hands-on activity related to the story. Pre-registration is required. Spaces are limited so register early! Free. Recommended ages: 3 – 5.
Open Classroom - Discovering Nature with Your Child
Saturday, August 14, 2010 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Education Services Volunteers, Environmental Lands Division
Who lives in that skin? What is the difference between a carnivore and an herbivore? Whose tracks are those? Stop by our classroom anytime between 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm to participate in a variety of self-guided nature games and activities that will answer these questions and many more. Pre-registration is not required for this open activity. Free. All ages welcome.
Spiders: Eight-Legged Wonders
Saturday, August 21, 2010 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Education Services Volunteers, Environmental Lands Division
From horror films to nursery rhymes, spiders have been the subject of myth and mystery throughout the ages. Yet, spiders are among the most diverse and specialized of the world’s creatures. Join us for an afternoon of spider tall tales and myth busting. We will meet live spiders and learn what they eat, where they live, and how they spend their day. Pre-registration is required for this program. Free. All ages welcome.
Book Time at Brooker Creek: Where Does the Wind Blow?
Thursday, August 26, 2010 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Education Services Volunteers, Environmental Lands Division
This program is designed to connect pre-school children to the wonders of the natural world. This week features Where Does the Wind Blow? by Cindy Rink. Where does the wind come from? Where does it go? This beautifully illustrated story reminds us there are experiences that connect all of us who call this planet home. The program also includes a craft, game or other hands-on activity related to the story. Pre-registration is required. Spaces are limited so register early! Free. Recommended ages: 3 – 5.
Nature Arts and Crafts
Saturday, August 28, 2010 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Education Services Volunteers, Environmental Lands Division
School has started and before you know it the holidays will be upon us. Bring your creativity and join us to get a jump on your holiday gifting and decorating at this nature craft workshop. Each family member can choose a nature craft to complete and take home. You will also have a chance to see samples and take home helpful instructions. Spaces are limited so register early. The cost for the program is $3.00 per person. Recommended for families with children age 6 and up. |
