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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR 2008
Sunday, March 9th
Blasco Memorial Library hosts “Reading the Landscape Through
Technology” a Geo-caching Workshop with Gene Polaski, from 2:00
pm to 3:30 pm. Free to the public.
Geocaching:
For those of you new this type of outdoor adventure, Geocaching
is a treasure hunt for the 21st century. Armed with a GPS
receiver (Global Positioning System), a set of coordinates tells
you the location of a “cache.” A GPS unit is an electronic
device that can determine your approximate location on the
planet. Coordinates are normally given in Longitude and
Latitude. A typical cache is most likely a strong box that can
contain almost anything like small toys, CD’s, or trinkets
hidden by other geocachers. All caches contain a log to record
your accomplishment. Some even have a disposable camera, so you
can take your picture and leave it so the owner of the cache can
record it.
Saturday, April
12th
Tom Ridge Environmental Center hosts “Hawk Watch and Sky Dance”
from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Erie Bluffs, located just west of
Elk Creek off of Route 5. Also that morning, from 10:30 am to
11:30 am, you can participate in “Sky Dance”, a workshop with
Anne DeSarro. The day’s events are free to the public.
Sky Dance: Take a hike with the naturalist and discover the
mystery of birds. This time of year birds are returning to their
summer breeding grounds. Spot some of our common species while
we hike to the scenic bluff.
Saturday, May
17th
Asbury
Woods hosts “Night Watchers” at the nature center. Participate
in a drawing workshop with artist Lee Steadman then an Owl Watch
with Steve Wasiesky. From 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. A $5
pre-registration fee is required; contact the Arts Council of
Erie, 814-452-3427, to register.
Lee will conduct a drawing lesson on owls. Anatomy, structure
plumage etc. will be explored. Bird skins will be available to
work from and study. Come learn more about these elusive
nighttime predators. Then venture outside with Steve who will
lead a night hike along the trails at Asbury Woods. He will use
his voice in attempt to “call in” a real owl for all to see.
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