From decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us Wed Jun 2 09:07:19 2010 From: decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us (decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us) Date: Wed, 2 Jun 2010 09:07:19 -0400 Subject: [Decoutdoordiscovery] June 2 Outdoor Discovery Message-ID: <4C061F47.D567.00BD.1@gw.dec.state.ny.us> DEC Outdoor Discovery June 2, 2010 Watchable Wildlife Family Fun Upcoming DEC Events Long Island Hudson River - Norrie Point Environmental Center Capital Region - Five Rivers Environmental Education Center and Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center Adirondacks - Adirondack Park Agency Visitors Interpretive Centers at Newcomb and Paul Smiths Central New York - Rogers Environmental Education Center Western New York - Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center Subscribe to Outdoor Discovery or change your subscription options (http://lists.dec.state.ny.us/mailman/listinfo/decoutdoordiscovery) Watchable Wildlife New York State is home to more than 80 species of native mammals, 240 bird species, hundreds of fish species and 70 species of reptiles and amphibians. This bounty of wildlife can be viewed in every corner of the state, depending on the habitat. DEC's website includes a Watchable Wildlife section to direct you to the best places to view wildlife and interesting facts about your favorite animals. Mammals that make their home in New York include bear, moose and whales, as well as commonly seen squirrels, white-tailed deer and bats. The 240 bird species are joined by another 200 species that pass through the state during their annual migration. New York birds range from backyard birds like the cardinal to the majestic bald eagle. New York's reptiles include turtles, lizards and snakes, and amphibian species such as frogs, toads and salamanders. The diversity of the state's waters, from cold mountain streams to tidal rivers and the ocean, support hundreds of fish species. Don't forget the tens of thousands of species of insects in New York?like butterflies and ladybugs?which are also interesting to watch. Send us an e-mail and tell us what you think about Outdoor Discovery. Let your friends know about Outdoor Discovery - forward this e-mail! Subscribe to Conservationist magazine (http://www.dec.ny.gov/pubs/24071.html)?New York's award-winning publication with astonishingly beautiful photography and captivating articles. Back to top Family Fun Tips for Watching Wildlife at Night The best time to witness nocturnal wildlife is about 30 minutes after sunset. Follow these tips to maximize your nighttime wildlife watch: ?Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers or running shoes so that you can walk around quietly. ?Check which direction the wind is blowing and sit downwind so that the animals won't be able to smell you. ?Bring a blanket?it gets cold sitting on the ground. ?Place a piece of red cellophane paper over your flashlight and secure it with a rubber band. The red light allows your eyes to adjust to the darkness better, and you won't disturb the animals as much as with a bright white flashlight. ?Pick an area where there are a lot of night-flying insects?near water, flood lights or street lights. Certain animals feed on insects, and insects are attracted to light and water. ?Use binoculars to get a close view of animals; binoculars enable you to see animals better from a respectable and safe distance. ?Don't feed the animals! Keep a Nature Journal If you are patient during your wildlife viewing, you can see a lot of different animals. Keep a record or nature journal of your experiences and observations. Bring a notebook with you, and write down the date, what you see, hear and even smell. Make sure that you note the location, in case you want to go back to the same spot again. You can draw sketches of things that you see. If you are unsure of what type of animal you are watching, take a picture and look it up later in a field guide or on the Internet. Remember to include the photo in your nature journal. Read Conservationist for Kids (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/40248.html) for more information and activities! Back to top Upcoming DEC Events Long Island North Shore Family Fishing Clinic (tentative) Cedar Beach Pier, Mount Sinai Saturday, June 12 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Kick off the summer with some saltwater fishing at the Cedar Beach Pier. For more information, please call I FISH NY at 631-444-0283. Hudson Valley Norrie Point Environmental Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/public/33037.html) Fishing at Norrie Saturday, June 5 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Public seining and angling. All equipment provided. Call 845-889-4745 for more information. Capital Region Five Rivers Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html) Art Gone Wild Saturday, June 5 from 9:00 to 4:00 PM A day of workshops and activities on the artistic interpretation of nature. Make nature prints with real grasses, paint landscapes and much more. Live music! Some workshops may have nominal materials fees. Firefly Watch Training Saturday, June 12 at 10:00 AM This training is for volunteers who would like to help with our summer firefly programs. Learn some background information about fireflies and our participation in this citizen science project, now in its third season! Invasive Species: Phragmites Saturday, June 12 at 2:00 PM Join us for a presentation on large-scale efforts in the Hudson Valley to control phragmites, and then roll up your sleeves to help keep Five Rivers free from this invasive plant. More events at Five Rivers (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1980.html#June) Albany Pine Bush Preserve Discovery Center (http://albanypinebush.org/discovery_center/directions_hours_admission.htm) Lupine Festival: The Karner Blue Goes Green Saturday, June 5 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM The festival will focus on the importance of "going green", while celebrating the flowering lupine and endangered Karner Blue Butterfly. The beautiful spring weather will surely provide a perfect day for family-friendly guided hikes, programs, music and games. More events at Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center (http://albanypinebush.intelliclients.com/events/events.cfm?da=1&mo=6&ye=2010&eventTypeID=2) Adirondacks Adirondack Park Agency Newcomb Visitors Center (http://www.adkvic.org/calendar_n.html) Take a Walk in the Park Saturday, June 12 at 1:00 PM Take a guided trail walk on one of the Center's trails. Call 518-582-2000 to register. Adirondack Park Agency Paul Smiths Visitors Center (http://www.adkvic.org/calendar_ps.html) Exploring Nature with Little People Thursday, June 3 from 10:00 AM to Noon A unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces the natural environment to young children ages 3-5 years. Cost: $4/child; $2/child for Adirondack Park Institute members. Call 518-327-3000 to register. Central New York Rogers Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1831.html) Bat Box Building/Bat Watching Saturday, June 5 at 7:30 PM Bats are very efficient insect eaters and fun to watch. You can attract them to your yard by providing a roosting box. Build a bat box, and then journey outdoors to watch bats swoop over the Ice Pond. Bring a hammer and $10.00 for each box you take home. Bird Bath or Toad House Creations Saturday, June 12 from 10:00 AM to Noon Bring your creativity and construct a bird bath or toad house. By providing habitat, you can attract these critters to your yard for your viewing enjoyment. More events at Rogers (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/2006.html#June) Western New York Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html) Advance registration is required. Call 716-683-5959. After-School Escape Thursdays, June 3 and 10 at 4:30 PM Enjoy a one-hour program for kids featuring a different, fun, outdoor activity each week. For children in grades K-5. No registration is required. Introduction to Geo-caching Saturday, June 5 at 10:30 AM You will learn how to use a Global Positioning System (GPS) unit to find clues to solve nature mysteries. For adults and children age 8 and older. Secrets of Plants Saturday, June 5 at 1:00 PM Take a closer look at native plants; learn their uses, and hear some interesting stories about their names. Bats! Friday, June 11 at 7:30 PM Join us as we explore the nighttime world of the only flying mammal. Learn how to build and place bat houses, and take a walk around the grounds looking for bats. For adults and children age 8 and older. Pond Life Saturday, June 12 at 10:30 AM Dive into the world of aquatic organisms, and see what is living in our ponds! For children ages 6 to 12. Alien Invaders Tuesday, June 15 at 10:30 AM Take a tour focused on non-native plants invading Reinstein Woods. Learn what you can do to help! More events at Reinstein (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1977.html#June) Events at other Nature Centers throughout the State Visit DEC's website for more information and programs Back to top This email was sent by: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 625 Broadway Albany, NY 12233 We respect your right to privacy - view our policy (http://www.dec.ny.gov/about/27720.html). Having problems viewing this newsletter? View it on the DEC website (http://www.dec.ny.gov/public/43355.html). 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Name: not available Type: image/jpg Size: 7635 bytes Desc: not available URL: From decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us Wed Jun 16 09:26:38 2010 From: decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us (decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us) Date: Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:26:38 -0400 Subject: [Decoutdoordiscovery] June 16 Outdoor Discovery Message-ID: <4C1898CE.D567.00BD.1@gw.dec.state.ny.us> DEC Outdoor Discovery June 16, 2010 Outdoor Skills Family Fun Upcoming DEC Events Hudson Valley - Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center Capital Region - Five Rivers Environmental Education Center and Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center Adirondacks - Adirondack Park Agency Visitors Interpretive Centers at Newcomb and Paul Smiths Central New York - Rogers Environmental Education Center Western New York - Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center Subscribe to Outdoor Discovery or change your subscription options (http://lists.dec.state.ny.us/mailman/listinfo/decoutdoordiscovery) Outdoor Skills Hiking Tips New York has thousands of miles of wilderness and hiking trails, in places ranging from city parks to mountain backcountry. Hiking is a great way to explore the unique and diverse habitat in an area. To make sure that your hike is safe and enjoyable for the whole family, consider the following tips: ?Know where you are going. Plan your route and leave plenty of time to return home or set up camp before dark. Tell someone where you are going, and provide them with a description of your car and the name and location of the parking lot. ?Sign into trail registers and keep to your planned trip as best you can. ?At least two adults should be on the hike. In case one adult gets hurt, the other can go for help. ?Let the slowest hiker set the pace at the front. Make sure one of the adults brings up the rear as the "sweeper" so that no one gets separated. ?Leave appropriate time for rest stops, eating, or just enjoying the scenery around you. ?Travel quietly and speak in low tones to improve your chances of seeing wildlife. ?Dress appropriately for the current weather, and make sure that you have extra clothing in case the weather changes. Sturdy walking shoes or lightweight hiking boots are good for hiking along trails. Just make sure that you "break them in" first?painful blisters can be a real problem on the trail. Many hikers wear two pairs of socks?wool with an inner sock of cotton?to lessen the chance of developing blisters. ?Bring a fully charged cell phone for use only in an emergency. Turn it off while hiking, and when you take a break or reach a hilltop, check the area for the best signal. If you have to call for help, turn the GPS capability on, if you have it. GPS makes it possible for searchers to determine your location, even if there is a low signal. Stay put or let the telephone operator know what your plans are. ?If you don't return home on time, someone should call the 911 center where you are hiking to report that you are overdue. For more information, DEC TV features a video about Hiking Essentials (http://www.dec.ny.gov/dectv/dectv100.html) and other hiking/trail information (http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/351.html). Not Just a Walk in the Park Knowing where you are going and how to get there is an important part of heading out into an unknown area. But you also have to be prepared to deal with health issues that can occur when enjoying the outdoors. Sporting goods stores carry a quick reference guides to first aid book that will fit easily in your backpack. Dehydration?Dehydration occurs when you don't replace the fluid that your body loses through participating in outdoor activities or exercise. Make sure to drink water before you start on your hike and at intervals along the way. Hypothermia?Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it. Hypothermia isn't just a concern in the winter. A cool, breezy spring or summer day can be more dangerous than a calm, dry winter day because wind and moisture draw heat away from the body quickly. Dress in layers and wear a hat to avoid this life-threatening condition. Heat Exhaustion?Heat exhaustion occurs when fluids are lost through perspiration and not adequately replaced. It is a concern when the body is exposed to high temperatures or physical exertion. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids throughout your hike. Heat Stroke?Heat stroke is caused by extremely high body temperatures when the body is exposed to more heat than the body can manage. The body can't cool itself through sweating, and the core temperature rises quickly. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate medical attention. Send us an e-mail and tell us what you think about Outdoor Discovery. Let your friends know about Outdoor Discovery - forward this e-mail! Subscribe to Conservationist magazine (http://www.dec.ny.gov/pubs/24071.html)?New York's award-winning publication with astonishingly beautiful photography and captivating articles. Learn the best places to view wildlife at DEC's Watchable Wildlife (http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/55423.html) pages. Back to top Family Fun Pack a Survival Backpack You need more than just hiking boots and some energy bars when you head out into the woods on a hike, even if you are just planning a short trip. Start by choosing a backpack. There are two types of backpacks: internal frame and external frame. Internal frame packs have flexible reinforced supports and foam padding to conform to your body. These are best suited for activities such as rock climbing or cross-country skiing?in the event the weight shifts you won't be thrown off balance. External packs have a frame with a nylon pack, padded shoulder straps and hip belt. The center of gravity is high and designed to support a heavy load, but the pack is easy to carry. Most people can carry up to 20 percent of their weight. On a rainy afternoon, get together with your family, pack a backpack with some essentials and keep it handy for your next hike. Talk about why you need the following items: ?Map and compass ?Signal device such as a whistle or mirror ?Matches and lighter in a waterproof container ?Fire starters ?Water-purifying system ?High-energy, lightweight food like granola bars and nuts ?Flashlight with extra batteries and bulb ?Pocket knife ?Multi-tool (comes with different options including a screwdriver, file, tweezers, scissors, etc) ?Basic first-aid kit ?Toilet paper and a small trowel to dig a pit ?Emergency blanket ?Nylon parachute cord (about 50 feet) ?Lightweight, windproof/waterproof jacket and pants ?Brightly colored bandanna Read Conservationist for Kids (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/40248.html) for more information and activities! Back to top Upcoming DEC Events Hudson Valley Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1833.html) Family Program: Open Barn Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (June - October) We?ll meet the livestock that live at Stony Kill Farm and learn interesting facts about them. Learn where your food comes from and the importance of open space. Watchable Wildlife: Birds! Saturday, June 19 at 10:00 AM Bluebirds, savannah sparrows and kingbirds are a few of the birds we hope to spot as we walk the edges of our fields at Stony Kill. Bring binoculars if you have them; if not, we have some you may borrow. Local Wild Herbs Saturday, June 26 at 10:00 AM Take a closer look at local wild herbs like chickweed, colts foot, angelica and burdock while we meander the fields of Stony Kill. Learn traditional uses and folklore of these native plants. More events at Stony Kill (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/2001.html#June) Capital Region Five Rivers Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html) Nightwalk: Birds Friday, June 18 at 7:00 PM When the days are long, many birds are active well into the evening. Join us for an evening stroll to look and listen for evening bird activity. Bring binoculars if you have them. Wildflower Identification Saturday, June 19 at 10:00 AM Using field guides and hand lenses, learn some of the basics of identifying flowers. The Green World Saturday, June 19 at 2:00 PM A hands-on investigation of the world of plants, from the smallest mosses to the biggest trees at the center. How do plants breathe, make food, compete for space and outsmart their competitors? Flowers of the Solstice Monday, June 21 at 7:00 PM A flower walk on the shortest night of the year. Many plants were brought to this country for their supposed supernatural powers, rather than for food or medicinal uses. We will seek the flowers of the season and share their lore and magic. Wetland Mysteries Saturday, June 26 at 10:00 AM How is a wetland like an airport, a sponge, a nursery or a kitchen? We will explore the wet areas of Five Rivers to see how many functions they fulfill for plants and animals. Dragonfly Census Saturday, June 26 at 2:00 PM Our annual walk to catch, identify and release dragonflies and damselflies. A local authority on these diverse insects will be here to help. Firefly Watch Tuesday, June 29 at 7:30 PM Come learn how you can help these magical beetles, and then take an evening walk to look for signs of early summer and count fireflies at dusk. More events at Five Rivers (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1980.html#June) Albany Pine Bush Preserve Discovery Center (http://albanypinebush.org/discovery_center/directions_hours_admission.htm) Almost Summer Solstice Sunset Hike Friday, June 18 from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Enjoy the longest day of the year, watch the sun set and moon rise while hiking the Albany Pine Bush preserve. We will explore several habitats, seasonal changes, while hiking 2.0 miles over rolling topography. Please remember to wear sturdy walking shoes, long pants and bring drinking water. Call 518-456-0655 to register. More events at Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center (http://albanypinebush.intelliclients.com/events/events.cfm?da=1&mo=6&ye=2010&eventTypeID=2) Adirondacks Adirondack Park Agency Newcomb Visitors Center (http://www.adkvic.org/calendar_n.html) Early Summer Wildflowers and Woodland Birds Saturday, June 26 at 1:30 PM Search for early summer wildflowers, nesting birds and other signs of early summer along the trails. Call 518-582-2000 to register. Adirondack Park Agency Paul Smiths Visitors Center (http://www.adkvic.org/calendar_ps.html) Marsh Life Saturday, June 26 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Kids and adults can investigate the underwater life of Heron Marsh. We will use dip nets to collect some of the organisms in the marsh. We will also discuss how wetlands are important to water quality. Call 518-327-3000 to register. Central New York Rogers Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1831.html) Paddle Lily Brook Saturday, June 19 from 8:30 AM to Noon Whether you're a beginner or an expert paddler, this trip is sure to excite! Look for fish and turtles at your side, spot soaring birds overhead. Boats provided, or bring your own. Registration required. $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler at registration. Family Fishing Day Saturday, June 26 from 10:00 AM to Noon Learn the basics of fishing, and spend a few hours catching fish with the help of local Trout Unlimited volunteers. Catch and release only. If you don't have a pole, you may borrow one of ours. More events at Rogers (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/2006.html#June) Western New York Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html) Advance registration is required. Call 716-683-5959. After-School Escape Thursdays, June 18 and 24 at 4:30 PM Enjoy a one-hour program for kids featuring a different, fun, outdoor activity each week. For children in grades K-5. No registration is required. Meander in the Woods Saturday, June 19 from 4:30 to 8:00 PM FORNP's annual fundraiser to support Reinstein Woods! Enjoy appetizers featuring wild edibles, a catered BBQ dinner, bluegrass music and raffles. Cost: $30 per person. Call 716-683-5959 for more information. Summer Solstice Walk Monday, June 21 at 7:30 PM Take a walk in the woods on the longest day and the shortest night of the year. Bring binoculars if you have them. Stroller Strut Wednesday, June 23 at 10:00 AM Bring your stroller or wagon, and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child. For children age 3 and under. Full "Strawberry" Moon Walk Friday, June 25 at 8:30 PM Join us for a summer walk and a lovely view of the night sky. Bring binoculars if you have them. Stories in the Woods Saturday, June 26 at 10:30 AM Listen to a nature story, followed by a short walk in the woods. For children ages 4 to 5. Tall Tails Monday, June 28 at 10:00 AM Celebrate Paul Bunyan Day by listening to some tall tales about forest animals, and then search for animals on a walk in the woods. More events at Reinstein (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1977.html#June) Events at other Nature Centers throughout the State (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1826.html) Visit DEC's website for more information and programs (http://www.dec.ny.gov) Back to top This email was sent by: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 625 Broadway Albany, NY 12233 We respect your right to privacy - view our policy (http://www.dec.ny.gov/about/27720.html). Having problems viewing this newsletter? View it on the DEC website (http://www.dec.ny.gov/public/43355.html). 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Name: not available Type: image/jpg Size: 8384 bytes Desc: not available URL: From decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us Wed Jun 30 09:40:33 2010 From: decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us (decoutdoordiscovery at lists.dec.state.ny.us) Date: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:40:33 -0400 Subject: [Decoutdoordiscovery] June 30 Outdoor Discovery Message-ID: <4C2B1111.D567.00BD.1@gw.dec.state.ny.us> DEC Outdoor Discovery June 30, 2010 Wildlife Gardens Family Fun Upcoming DEC Events Long Island Hudson Valley - Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center Capital Region - Five Rivers Environmental Education Center and Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center Adirondacks - Adirondack Park Agency Visitors Interpretive Centers at Newcomb and Paul Smiths Central New York - Rogers Environmental Education Center Western New York - Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center Subscribe to Outdoor Discovery or change your subscription options (http://lists.dec.state.ny.us/mailman/listinfo/decoutdoordiscovery) Wildlife Gardens A wildlife garden is a habitat that is home to a variety of wildlife, such as birds, mammals, insects, reptiles and amphibians. You don't need a lot of space to create a wildlife garden, just a few key elements that each of these creatures needs. It is best to use native plants in your wildlife garden?their blooms and fruits are part of the natural diet of animals, insects and birds. Native plants are also much easier to maintain. A wildlife garden doesn't just contain plants and flowers either. You can have a pond or a birdbath to welcome birds, frogs, newts, butterflies and dragonflies; nest boxes for birds, bees and bats, and dead trees or logs to provide shelter. Best of all, a wildlife garden doesn't require a lot of maintenance, nor does it need chemicals because it is a natural habitat. Watching wildlife come to eat, drink, nest and hide can be fun and relaxing too. Send us an e-mail and tell us what you think about Outdoor Discovery. Let your friends know about Outdoor Discovery - forward this e-mail! Subscribe to Conservationist magazine (http://www.dec.ny.gov/pubs/24071.html)?New York's award-winning publication with astonishingly beautiful photography and captivating articles. Learn the best places to view wildlife at DEC's Watchable Wildlife (http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/55423.html)pages. Back to top Family Fun Certify Your Wildlife Garden The National Wildlife Federation (http://www.nwf.org) has a Certified Wildlife Habitat program for people who create a wildlife garden. To be certified, your garden needs the following elements: ?Food sources such as native plants, seeds, fruits, nuts, berries or nectar ?Water sources such as a water garden, birdbath, pond or stream ?Places for cover, including birdhouses, thickets or rock piles so that animals and birds can seek shelter from predators, people and weather ?Places to raise young, such as dense shrubs, nesting boxes or vegetation ?"Green" gardening features, including mulch, compost, a rain garden or chemical-free fertilizer Habitat Study Younger children will enjoy a habitat hunt to search for diverse plant life that many creatures depend on for food and shelter. Write the following on separate index cards, making several of each: Leaf Shape, Color, Texture and Size. Using the cards, find an example of different kinds of plants. For example, on a leaf shape card you could write "smooth edges" or "yellow" on a color card. Look around the plant for signs of animals. These could include holes in leaves, eggs on the underside of a leaf, insects resting on leaves or the pollen or nectar in a flower, a hole in the ground, a path made by animals or a bird's nest. Write your findings on the cards to see which creatures prefer which plants. If you see a spider on a tall yellow flower with smooth leaves, you would write "spider" on each of the cards that describes the plant. Read Conservationist for Kids (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/40248.html) for more information and activities! Back to top Upcoming DEC Events Long Island Lakeside Freshwater Clinic Wednesday, July 14 at 6:00 PM (tentative) Lake Ronkonkoma Park - Call I FISH NY at 631-444-0283 to register. Hudson Valley Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1833.html) Basic Compass Use/Orienteering Saturday, July 3 at 10:00 AM Family Program: Open Barn Saturdays, July - October from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Saturday Afternoon Guided Nature Walks Saturday, July 3 and July 10 at 2:00 PM Nature Games for Kids and Their Caregivers Saturday, July 10 at 10:00 AM Event Descriptions at Stony Kill (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/2001.html#July) Capital Region Five Rivers Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html) Herons and Their Kin Saturday, July 3 at 9:00 AM Annual Butterfly Census Saturday, July 3 at 2:00 PM Beaver Tuesday, July 6 at 7:00 PM Pond Study Saturday, July 10 at 10:00 AM Stream Exploration Saturday, July 10 at 2:00 PM Wildflower Walk Tuesday, July 13 at 7:00 PM Event Descriptions at Five Rivers (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1980.html#July) Albany Pine Bush Preserve Discovery Center (http://albanypinebush.org/discovery_center/directions_hours_admission.htm) Antlions: Ferocious Creatures in the Sand Saturday, July 3 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Event Descriptions at Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center (http://albanypinebush.intelliclients.com/events/events.cfm?da=1&mo=7&ye=2010&eventTypeID=2) Adirondacks Adirondack Park Agency Newcomb Visitors Center (http://www.adkvic.org/calendar_n.html) Submerge Yourself: In the Aquatic Insects Tuesday, July 6 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Adirondack Park Agency Paul Smiths Visitors Center (http://www.adkvic.org/calendar_ps.html) Wild Wednesdays Wednesdays during July and August from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM Central New York Rogers Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1831.html) Flickering Fireflies Friday, July 2 at 8:30 PM Bat Caves Friday, July 09 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Chenango Greenway Hike Saturday, July 10 from 9:00 AM to Noon Event Descriptions at Rogers (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/2006.html#July) Western New York Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center (http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html) Advance registration is required. 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