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Spring
2004
Previous Events
Spring 2004 Calendar of Events
If
telephone registration is requested,
call the Center at (410) 398-4909 to insure a spot.
Please also notify the Center if you need to cancel.
Nature
Center programs are great for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts of all ages,
families and organizations such as Scout groups. Family memberships and organization
memberships are available for $30. Scout groups and other youth organizations
over 12 members are $50.
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MAPLE SUGARING |
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Sugar from a tree? Natural and free? How can that be? Come and learn! We do it the old- fashioned way. Tap the tree and boil up a taste of real maple syrup. |
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Free to members,
$3.00 for nonmembers. |
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BLUEBIRD PROGRAM |
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| Maybe you won’t have a bluebird “on your shoulder” but you’re sure to attract these wonderful birds to your neighborhood when you learn how. The workshop will cover nest box construction, predator control, monitoring, food and habitat needs and more. |  |
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$6.00 nest box
materials fee for all and an additional fee of $3.00 for nonmembers. |
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STARRY, STARRY NIGHT |
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Join astronomer Linda Tinsman in viewing the spring heavens at Fair Hill the way you’ve never seen them before! Bring a blanket, warm clothes, a flashlight, and your sense of wonder as you view the best show ever – our universe. |
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Free to members, $3.00 for nonmembers. |
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TRAIL MAINTENANCE DAY |
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| Make some new friends while cleaning and trimming our trails and sprucing up the grounds around the Nature Center. If you know someone connected to a Scout troop, Indian Guide tribe, school volunteer group, or individual who is interested in short term community service projects, Trails Day is a great opportunity. Spread the word! Lunch will be served to all volunteers. The work is interesting and you’ll feel good that you helped a great program. Give the Nature Center a call if you’re planning to help – they will need a rough count for meals. |  |
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Lunch will be
served to all volunteers. |
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FROG FRENZY (and bonfire snack) |
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Why do frogs sing in the spring? Learn about our local amphibian friends and take an early evening walk to hear the “froggy chorus” in the wetlands. Afterwards, you’ll be welcomed by a bonfire and refreshments. Recommended for children age 4 and older. Bring a flashlight and a curious child or grandchild! |
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Free to members, $3.00 for nonmembers. |
Call (410) 398-4909 for information. |
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WILDFLOWER WALK |
Saturday, April 17, 10:00 a.m. |
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Walks in the woods can be so much more enjoyable when you can identify the flora you see. Bring a camera and walk with our naturalist to identify and photograph the spring flowers of Fair Hill. |
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Free to members, $3.00 for nonmembers. |
Call (410) 398-4909 for information. |
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SPRINGFEST 2004 |
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Cecil
County Fairgrounds
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· Arts & Crafts
Vendors, featuring Thomas Carnill’s country furniture, Grandma’s
Country Crafts, stained glass from Glass Orchids Studio, stuffed bunnies
and bears from Kaolin Primitives, and watercolors and prints by local
artiast Geraldine McKeown.
· Children’s Games & Activities
- “Moon Bounce”, pony rides, 4H demonstrations, fish printing, potting
plants for Mom, bubbleology, and more!
· Live Music All Day, featuring
American Folk Music with North Elk, Frank Cassel the Banjo Man, light rock by
Sling Shot, Delta Blues with Gary Cogdell and Ed Dwornik, and Black Moss Meredith
playing original rock.
· Silent Auction
featuring a propane grill.
· Hayride to the Nature Center
for Trails to Treasure Hike and nature activities such as a stream search, insect
sweep and more.
· “Trails To Treasure 50/50 raffle” This is much more fun
than the lottery. It’s a raffle with a “nature twist.” Take
a pleasant spring stroll on the beautiful Fair Hill property and increase you
chances of winning! Either way, by purchasing a ticket you’re directly
supporting the Nature Center.
Work for a local business? Have your company recognized by your neighbors as a Nature Center partner. Sponsorship opportunities range from $2000 to $100. Call for details.
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S.W.A.T. ROAD CLEANUP |
Saturday, May 15, 8 to 10 a.m. |
| We need you and you’ll get mucho fresh air and exercise! Put the 18th on your calendar to meet at Wesley’s Restaurant parking lot on Rt. 273. We have “adopted” a stretch of the highway and pick up trash about a mile east and west of Wesley’s. We’re only out there a couple of hours but what a difference it makes. And you’ll meet the nicest people!. All materials provided by the Nature Center. Must be 12 years or older. |  |
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HOME SCHOOL DAY |
Wednesday, May 26, 12:30 - 2:30 (Rain date June 2) |
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Age 5-7 "Critters" Age 8-12 "Ecochains" |
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$5.00 per student |
Reservation required. Call (410) 398-4909. |
