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[ March 23, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] Metea County Park NORTH
March 23, Friday 8:00 PM
The new moon shed no light as we stroll through the hills and forests of Metea North. Frog serenades possible! Flashlights are welcome, but not needed. Be prepared for Indiana weather.
Cost: $2.00 Free to pass holders
Pre-register by: 3/19
Min: 5 Max: 55
To register or more information:
Email:bdispenza@allencountyparks.org
Call: 449-8619 Bob Dispenza
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[ March 20, 2012; 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. ] Fox Island County Park
March 20 , Tuesday 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Great Horned Owls have raised young at Fox Island for the last three years. We will learn about them and other owls that live here. We’ll hike out to try to see them on the nest, and then finish with a snack.
Cost: $3.00/Child $2.00/adult
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[ March 18, 2012; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Metea County Park
March 18 , Sunday 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Have troubles finding your way around in nature? Come and find your bearings as we orient ourselves upon how to read a map and utilize a compass.
Cost: $3.00
Pre-register by: 3/13
Min. 5 Max. 15
To register or for more information:
Email: mgobert@allencountyparks.org
Call: 449-3777 Michael Gobert
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[ March 17, 2012; 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Metea County Park
March 17, Saturday 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The art of observation is to detect, discover, or determine the existence, presence, or fact of that which is being observed, utilizing ones’ senses & the resultant facts & emotions therein.
Cost: $3.00
Pre-register by: 3/12
Min: 5 Max. 15
To register or for more information:
Email: mgobert@allencountyparks.org
Call: 449-3777 Michael Gobert
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[ March 13, 2012; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Good for Home School
Metea County Park Nature Center
March 13, Tuesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join Ron for a frog dissection. We will study the parts visible from the outside, then open it up & see what’s inside. Skills gained during previous dissections will be helpful in this dissection. Students must be 13 or older to [...]
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[ March 11, 2012; 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm. ] Fox Island County Park
March 11, Sunday 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Attend the courtship “sky dance” of the American Woodcock. Dress warm for the weather and wander the open fields to observe this annual rite of Spring. We will see and hear male birds perform aerial feats.
Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 3/6
Min: 5 Max. 20
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[ March 11, 2012; 2:00 pm; ] Fox Island County Park
March 11, Sunday 2:00 PM
Current building methods have reduced nesting opportunities for Chimney Swifts. Indianapolis birder, Don Gorney, will speak on his efforts to erect nesting towers that mimic old fashioned chimneys, the swifts preferred artificial nest sites. A model and plans will be displayed. Program Partner: Stockbridge Audubon
Cost: $2.00 Park Entry [...]
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[ March 11, 2012; 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. ] Fox Island County Park
March 11, Sunday 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Join us for a walk through Great Horned and Barred Owl habitats. We will attempt to view Great Horned Owls on the nest through a spotting scope and will scan for owls on route. Bring optics.
Cost: $2.00
Pre-register by: 3/6
Min: 5 Max. 20
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[ March 10, 2012; 7:30 am to 8:00 pm. ] Metea County Park Nature Center
March 10, Saturday 7:30 AM—8:00 PM
We’ll be exploring a wild cave near Springville and going off the beaten path, looking for cave wildlife and unusual formations. YOU MUST HAVE TAKEN PRE CAVING CLASS ON MARCH 2nd to participate. This activity is somewhat strenuous, but suitable for beginners in good physical condition.
Cost: [...]
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[ March 6, 2012; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Good for Home School
Metea County Park Nature Center
March 6, Tuesday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Join Ron for a fish dissection. We’ll study the parts visible from the outside, then open it up and see what’s inside. Skills gained during this dissection will be helpful in following dissections, students may do any or all the dissections. [...]
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