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The mission of
the PEBC
is
to be a vehicle for understanding
and appreciating the natural
wonders in our own backyards.
Summer 2010 Public Programs |
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The Prairie Ecology Bus Center offers a variety of naturalist programs for the general public primarily in the summer and winter months. The programs change each season and current classes are listed below. To attend any of these programs, we ask that you pre-register at least two business days ahead of time, unless otherwise noted, so that we can be sure to have enough supplies for everyone. We may also need to inform you of any changes or updates. You can register by calling the PEBC at 507.662.5064. See what we are offering at Sparks Park - and check back often for new listings or date changes! |
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Program Name |
Program Details |
Program Description |
Nature Packs |
"Birding Adventures" "Geology Rocks!" "Nocturnal" "Outdoor Skills" Available Now! |
FREE!! Check out one of PEBC's Nature Packs today for a weekend or for family vacation fun!! The Nature Packs are designed with families, youth groups, schools and home schools in mind. Each contains activities suitable for both individual explorations, as well as, groups. Packs can be checked out for up to two weeks at a time. Must have credit card to check out a pack. Lost packs or broken equipment or materials will be charged to your credit card. For more information, please call the PEBC at 507-662-5064. Click here to view nature packs in detail...
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ALL NEW! Children's Garden Camp |
Day Camp Starting: June 8 thru Sept. (end date to be determined) • Summer hours: 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. one day each week For Youth having completed 2nd thru 6th grades |
The PEBC Children's Community Garden is THE place for growing adventures! Plant seeds. Meet insects. Make compost. Taste weeds. Dig carrots. Feed birds. Build scarecrows. Share the harvest. All these and many more intriguing adventures await this summer's crop of Children's Gardeners. This camp "officially began" on June 8 and will continue into September. Days and times vary but need for 2 hours each week to learn about and help in the garden and take part in creative activities. Every day is a fun, learning adventure. |
Decorator Gourd Bowls |
2- Classes Tuesdays, August 3 & 10 • 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Pre-registration required no later than Monday, July 26 - Fee paid in advance! |
Gourds have been used for centuries to create, not only useful tools and instruments, but also provide for beautiful decorations. Under the direction of Suzanne LaMaack, local gourd artist, you'll ply your creativity and learn how to grow, cure and decorate gourds for yourself or give as gifts. In this two-part class, participants will be able to select a gourd to work on and learn to clean, prepare and practice various decorating techniques such as staining and wood burning, while creating a beautiful gourd bowl. Bring your own pair of rubber gloves. If you have wood burning tools, bring them, too. All other supplies will be provided. Dress casual and be prepared for messy, yet entertaining, evenings of crafting using one of Mother Nature's useful plants! Limited to 10 participants. |
Beyond the Garden - Flower Press Workshop |
Saturday, August 7 • 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Cost: $15/person for members, $20/person non-members |
Summer has peaked and gardens are producing their last "hurrah!" of colors and produce. Prairie wildflowers are now showing their best and trees are starting to prepare for fall. Before you know it, winter will be upon us! Despite the forthcoming change of seasons, there is a way to capture the beauty and colors of summer and enjoy them throughout the years. Pressing flowers for art is an ages-old tradition that we still use today. Join the PEBC staff to learn the art of flower preserving and pressing and construct a wood plant press to take home. Explore your artistic talents as you create your own artwork using pre-pressed flowers to get you started. Pre-registration is required and deadline to sign-up for this class is August 1. |
Wild at Art |
Wednesday, August 11 • 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Cost: $8/person for members, $10/person non-members |
See the world as you have never seen it before! Nature can be the source of wonderful ideas for creative fun. Enjoy hikes, explore painting and craft projects inspired by the plants and animals that live in Sparks Park. Dress for the outdoors and wear clothes that can get dirty. |
You can download the full schedule and program descriptions
here:
Download current May-August Summer Program Schedule
(You will need Acrobat Reader to open a pdf file.
If you don't
already have it, you can download it here--it's free!)
Pre-registration is required for all programs a minimum of two business days prior to program unless otherwise noted. Please call 507.662.5064 to pre-register or send an email to: ecologybus@ecologybus.org
Class fee is payable at the time of the program unless otherwise noted. Programs listed with an (*) next to rate have special family pricing for families of 4 or more persons - please call for rates. To send pre-payments, please mail checks to PEBC, PO Box 429, Lakefield, MN 56150. Interested in becoming a member and receive program discounts? Membership information is available at the PEBC office or online.