Sense of Wonder Walk: Food Webs of the Forest December 12, 2010

Each walk will begin with a short introduction indoors, and then we'll go outside for a walk. General topics for each walk are listed below, but we'll stop and investigate anything that crosses our path. Join us for one or more of these fall walks! - - Food Webs of the Meadow: September 19 - Meadows are alive with insects. Most of these animals take cover on the plants on which they feed, but predators thrive. Join us to explore the sanctuary's marvelous meadows and learn about the eating habits of the neighborhood creatures. - - Food Webs of the Pond: October 17 - Though they are small, ponds are known for their rich variety of plant and animal life. Come explore Waterfowl Pond for a close-up look at a place where hundreds of hungry creatures are always on the hunt. Using nets and other collecting equipment, we'll dip into the water, sweep through the weeds, and scoop up some mud to discover the creatures that live there. Wear boots if you have them. - - Food Webs of the Stream: November 14 - Running water is important to many plants and animals. We'll explore a stream from top to bottom and side to side, turning over rocks and netting water creatures. We'll also find out where this water comes from and where it's going. Wear boots if you have them. - - Food Webs of the Forest: December 12 - Walk with us through the forest to see how the changing season affects animals, trees, and plants. Examine tree holes and look for animals in the leaves. Whatever we find, we will explore, but we'll focus on what is eating and being eaten in the woods. Registration is required. Call 978-887-9264 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.php?program_code=1191-IP10FA2 for more information.