Fireside Chat Series
Come spend the evening by the fire listening to a timely tale about science in real life. This is the twelfth annual series of slideshow talks at the Campbell Creek Science Center. All of these programs begin at 7:00 pm and are free and open to the public. Complimentary hot drinks and cookies provided by the Friends of the Campbell Creek Science Center. Fireside Chats occur monthly from October through May. Remaining programs in the series are:
April 16: A Cultural & Historical Geography of Campbell Creek
The Campbell Creek that we live and work by today is incredibly different from the way it was just over 100 years ago when the Dena’ina took fish from its waters. Its form has been altered, wetlands have been filled, and much of the riparian areas are now developed. Come learn more about the changes that came with Anchorage’s beginnings in 1915 to the present from Cherie Northon.
May 21: The Birds Are Back!
May is an amazing time in Alaska for birding. Rich Capitan, from Audubon Alaska, will discuss what birds are found in the Anchorage area, where to look, and what to look and listen for in this interactive presentation. Whether you’re new to birding or an old pro, come discover the difference between songs and calls, what it means if someone asks you to “pish,” and other mysteries of the birding world!
For more information, please call 267-1247.
Special Lecture April 15:
History & Archaeology of National Iditarod Historic Trail
The 2008 Iditarod race is long over now, but for a couple of weeks it captured the attention of many around the world. How much do you know about the trail that snakes for more than 1000 miles across Alaska? Did you know it’s celebrating its 100th anniversary? Come learn more about the trail, its history, and "The Trail at 100" celebration from Kevin Keeler of the Bureau of Land Management, Linda Yarborough of the Forest Service, and Darrell Lewis of the National Park Service. The program begins at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, April 15 at the BLM Campbell Creek Science Center (6865 Elmore Road). Please call 267-1247 for more information.
Early Morning Bird Walks
Develop and fine-tune your birding skills and witness the progression of songbird migration through the Campbell Tract this spring. Join BLM staff and Anchorage Audubon Society members for a series of early morning outdoor bird walks in May. Please dress appropriately for the weather and for walking on uneven terrain. Hot cocoa, tea, and coffee will be available at the Science Center afterwards courtesy of the Friends of the Campbell Creek Science Center.
Dates: May 8, 15, 22, & 29
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. (Participants are free to leave early.)
Meet at the Campbell Creek Science Center parking lot. For more information, call 267-1247.
Mark Your Calendar for National Trails Day! June 7, 2008
Join us for a morning of trail maintenance and other outdoor work projects on Saturday June 7, 2008. Please check back here in mid-May for more details about the day.
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