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CHAPLIN
NATURE CENTER PROGRAMS
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The following
programs are for the whole family and are free. Exact times and dates
may be subject to change. Please call ahead to verify at 620-442-4133.
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SEPTEMBER 22, SATURDAY, 10
a.m. - 3 p.m. FALL NATURE DAY & BUTTERFLY TAGGING
Don't miss this once a year opportunity to participate in the Monarch
Butterfly migration. Once instructed on proper handling and capture
techniques for butterflies, adults and children will enjoy the
challenge of the hunt as they search out these beautiful creatures. The
butterfly tagging program is part of on-going research conducted by the
University of Kansas. This is an all day event, so come early and plan
to spend the day. There are lots of additional activities like crafts
for children, bird and reptile hikes. Early birders will have a chance
to shop the country store for homemade products like jams, breads, and
desserts. Lunch will be available for a fee, or bring your own.
Admission is free.
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OCTOBER 6, SATURDAY, 7 - 8 p.m. EYE
SHINE
What goes bump in the night? Bring your flashlight and search the woods
for the gleaming eyes of spiders, moths, and possibly something bigger.
Dress for the outdoors and bring a powerful, narrow-beamed flashlight
for every family member.
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DECEMBER
22, SATURDAY, 8 a.m. ARKANSAS CITY CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
This
is an all day survey of bird populations in the Ark City area. Meet at
8 a.m. in Newman Park on Highway 177 in Arkansas City. Teams will meet
for supper and a compilation of results at Chaplin Nature Center in the
evening. Participants pay a fee of $5 to the National Audubon Society.
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JANUARY 26, SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to
noon, EAGLE WATCH
Mid-winter is a great time to view Bald Eagles
in
Kansas. Searching for open water, many eagles migrate down to Kansas to
spend the winter. The group will take a 1.5 mile hike down to the
Arkansas River to search for over-wintering eagles. If you have
binoculars, bring them; if not, the Center can loan you a pair. |
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FEBRUARY 2, SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to
noon, EAGLE WATCH
The eagles are here all winter, so if you missed the first watch, here
is your opportunity to join in on the fun. |
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MARCH 22, SATURDAY, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
ASTRONOMY
Take a tour of the night sky and learn the legends of the spring
constellations. We will use telescops to search for galaxies, nebulas,
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APRIL 5, SATURDAY, 10 a.m. - 3
p.m. SPRING CLEAN-UP
Help get the Chaplin Nature Center in shape for the coming year. Help
is needed in all areas, from building clean-up to trail maintenance.
Light work loads or heavy, your choice. There is a place for
you
to help, no matter what your skills are.
APRIL 19,
SATURDAY, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. STREAM ECOLOGY
Whether you like playing in water or have that
special
place in your heart for things that crawl, wiggle and swim, this is the
program for you. Children will enjoy digging through the mud of Spring
Creek to get a close-up look at dragonfly nymphs, bloodworms, scuds,
and other invertebrates. The Nature Center will provide collecting and
holding containers. Wear old clothes and shoes. |
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JULY 12, SATURDAY, 8:30 a.m.
BUTTERFLY COUNT
Help count and identify butterflies as part of a North American
Butterfly Association official count. Meet at the visitor's center at
8:30 a.m. We'll split into teams to cover the area.
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