BioBlitz September 12, 2009

Count Critters at KNC and help us kick-off a year full of fun events and programs for KNC’s 50th Anniversary
!

In 2007, scientists helped us document 459 species in one day. This year, we hope to do more!

• Meet hawks, songbirds, and hummingbirds up close.
• Search for aquatic insects and fish.
• Hunt for turtles, snakes, and frogs.
• Examine strange mushrooms and trees.
• Explore the world of insects with dragonflies, honey bees, and monarchs.

Discover the many plants and animals that call KNC “home”!

Scientist Lab: Meet scientists who specialize in all the creatures we’re exploring during the BioBlitz. Examine live and preserved specimens and ask questions – They will be sharing their expertise all day.

Hikes: Help a biologist track, trap, and release mice, voles, and more small secretive mammals. Other scientists will be tagging monarchs, catching dragonflies and fish, and identifying trees and mushrooms.

Programs: Live animals will be on hand throughout the day! Join us for hawks and owls, visit with migrating songbirds, and uncover the secrets of frogs, toads, and turtles.

Adult Adventures: New this year – In-depth programs for deeper learning! Hike the 140-acre tallgrass prairie and delve into the plant-insect interactions that form the foundation of the unique ecosystem. Identify ferns and lichens with a Great Lakes expert.

Evening Program: Cap off a day of excitement.
For the detailed schedule, please visit www.naturecenter.org. Students admitted free with school ID!

PhotoBlitz is an opportunity for all of the talented amateur and professional photographers to capture that special image, win prizes, during KNC’s 2 day BioBlitz. Visit www.naturecenter.org for all the details.

Official Website: http://www.NatureCenter.org