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February 2012Saturday, February 4th, 1pm WINTER CAMPING (Registration required) SORRY, CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF SIGN-UPS. WE'LL LET YOU KNOW WHEN A NEW DATE IS SET. Interested in winter camping, but never tried it? Join Deb Ajango, outdoor expert and safety educator, on an overnight tent-camping stay at Rapids Camp or Echo Bend. Must provide own equipment and attend a mandatory pre-trip meeting on Tuesday, Jan 31st from 6-8pm. Cancelled if night temperature is predicted to go below 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Limited to the first 10 people (ages 18 and up) who call 694-2108, and pay a $10 refundable fee. Note that there is a
Saturday, February 4th, 2pm Jr. Naturalist Program (grades K-6th) Learn and practice techniques for staying warm outdoors in winter, such as dressing appropriately, finding shelter, and learning how to start a fire outdoors. Please dress for outdoor fun. Limited to the first 12 children (ages 6 and up) who register at 694-2108. Free program; $5 parking for non-members. Sunday, February 5th, 2pm Craft Program (Cost $10, registration required) MINIATURE BIRCH-BARK BASKETS If you’re not busy watching the Superbowl, then you may want to learn how to sew small decorative baskets from birch bark – all materials provided. Limited to the first 10 participants ages 15 and up, who register at 694-2108. Cost $10; additional $5 parking for non-members.
February 11, Saturday, 11am-4pm YURT YEARNING (registration required) Join volunteers Bob and Ann Fisher for a 5.8-mile round trip tour of the Nature Center’s yurts, including the new yurt site on the Crow Pass trail. Bob and Ann will provide hotdogs and chips for a quick snack at the new yurt site. The hike is over level terrain and is suitable for all hikers. Hikers are advised to bring a daypack with snacks, water, wind/snow clothing and warm layers. Snowshoes and/or ice cleats may be needed. The hike is limited to the first 12 people (at least 18 years old) who register by calling 694-2108. Free; $5 parking for non-members.
Saturday, February 11th, 2pm Jr. Naturalist Program (grades K-6th) Doves, swans, and love birds are often used to symbolize true love, especially around Valentine’s Day. Join volunteer Ginamaria Smith to make your very own birdie Valentine to share with your family and friends. Free program; $5 parking for non-members. Sunday, February 12th, 2pm HOT ON THE TRAIL OF ANIMAL TRACKS Crime Scene tracking specialists Jim Wolfe and Chris Beheim, both retired from the Alaska State Crime Lab, will present techniques they use in their work for preserving tracks outdoors, including in snow. Free program; $5 parking for non-members.
Sunday, February 12th, 4pm FAMILY-FRIENDLY WINTER SUNSET HIKE (Registration required) Join volunteer Liza Sanden on a leisurely afternoon hike of approximately 2 miles, then enjoy some hot chocolate afterwards. Official sunset is 5:34pm today. Limited to the first 16 people who register at 694-2108. Sleds OK. This program is subject to cancellation in case of bad road/trail conditions or temperatures below 0 degrees F. Free program; $5 parking for non-members.
Friday, February 17th, 7pm Astronomy Series THE SPEED OF LIGHT Tonight’s presentation is by UAA Physics Professor Katherine Rawlins. See series description on January 6th. Saturday, February 18th, 10am-noon WEAVERS AND SPINNERS Club members spin, weave, and knit next to the woodstove. Please contact Sandy Quimby at 696-2680 for details, or if you’d like her to bring an extra spinning wheel for you to try. Free program; $5 parking for non-members.
Saturday, February 18th, 2pm Jr. Naturalist Program (grades K-6th) ALASKA’S THREE BEARS Here in South-central Alaska, we live among black and brown bears. But what about their cousin – the polar bear? Where do they live and how are they different from the bears we know? Join us as we explore the unique world of Alaska’s bears, including the “other” bear – the polar bear. Free program, $5 parking for non-members. Sunday, February 19th, 2pm OWLING AROUND ANCHORAGE Join Liza Sanden for an informational program about going “owling” around Anchorage. She will discuss spring owl activities and give tips on where to listen for owls in the Anchorage bowl. Indoor presentation. Free program, $5 parking for non-members.
Saturday, February 25th, 11:30am Photography lecture SHOOTING THE COLOR WHITE Professional photographer Roy Corral presents a free public lecture and slide show about how to overcome the difficult challenges of photographing in severe winter conditions (see also field workshop below). Free program; $5 parking for non-members. Saturday, February 25th, 1pm (Bib pick-up starts at 11:30am) ICY RIVER RAMPAGE 20 mile bicycle race co-sponsored by the Arctic Bicycle Club and the Eagle River Nature Center. The race starts at the Nature Center and will follow a course down the Albert Loop Trail to Eagle River and on the river to the North Fork and back. This is a great opportunity to race on the river and support the programs and trail maintenance at the Nature Center. $30 entry fee. Registration and details here.
Saturday, February 25th, 1pm – 3pm PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP (Cost $20; registration required) An interactive, hands-on field workshop follows the public lecture led by professional photographer Roy Corral. Workshop participants may either bring a point-and-shoot camera, a single lens reflex (SLR) camera, or a digital SLR, and a tripod. Come prepared for winter conditions. All proceeds are being donated to the Eagle River Nature Center. Limited to 12 participants, ages 18 and up, who register at 694-2108, and pay the $20 fee. Additional $5 parking for non-members.
Saturday, February 25th, 2pm Jr. Naturalist Program (grades K-6th) FLYING SQUIRRELS – IN ALASKA? Yes, there really is an animal called a “Flying Squirrel”, and it lives right here in Alaska. Come and learn what they look like, how and where they live, and whether they really “fly”. Free program; $5 parking for non-members.
Sunday, February 26th, 2pm ALASKA VOCANOES Tina Neal from the USGS Alaska Volcano Observatory will discuss Alaska's volcanoes, preparing for the next ash fall event in Alaska, and share highlights of some recent eruptions around the world. If you have questions or special requests for discussion, please email tneal (at ) usgs.gov prior to program. Free program; $5 parking for non-members.
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