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Saturday, January 24- Workshops
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| 9am-10:30am
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Tracking,
Treking and Monitoring
This
power-point presentation will begin with an overview of the mallard
breeding population in California. The topics of the day include, nest
searching techniques, mallard nesting biology, ageing and sexing techniques
using feathers, and the CWA mallard banding program. Concluding this
workshop will be a demonstration of the radio-telemetry equipment used
to track mallards in the Central Valley.
Workshop
Leader: James
Laughlin, James is a graduate of the Ohio State University
where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Management.
He is currently working as a Waterfowl Biologist with the California
Waterfowl Association (CWA). James has prior wildlife experience working
with the US Geological Survey, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Ohio Division
of Wildlife, and Ducks Unlimited. He loves to share his a lifelong passion
for hunting, birding, and wildlife conservation with others. |
| 9am-10:30am |
All
About Bats
They
are one of the most beneficial, yet most misunderstood animals in the
world. Learn more about the habits, habitats and species of bats that
reside within the unique ecosystems of California's valleys and forests.
Workshop
Leader: Linda Angerer is a U.S. Forest Service wildlife
biologist with a strong interest and emphasis in bats. She is currently
the Bat Coordinator for California's National Forests. |
| 10am-11am
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Young
Naturalists: Bird Feeders and Bird Mosaic
Young
Naturalists (5 yrs and over) come learn how you can help feed the birds.
Try your hand at making a variety of bird feeders. Also make a beautiful
bird mosaic picture to take home with you.
Workshop
Leader: Mela Garcia works as a 5th grade teacher in Magalia.
She is a member of the local Audubon Chapter and volunteers for the
Wood Duck Program at Gray Lodge Wildlife Area. Mela is passionate about
environmental education. She aspires to become a children's author and
to open an outdoor school. |
| 10:30am-Noon
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Children's
Raptor Program
(Meet at the Chico Creek Nature Center)
Kids! This exciting raptor program will begin at the Chico Creek Nature
Center's non-releasable living animal museum, located in Bidwell Park.
Kids learn exactly what a raptor is, as well as other fun facts about
raptors that are currently residing at the Nature Center and in Bidwell
Park. The program will include a short hike into the Park where the
Center's Naturalist will help the group spot evidence of raptor activity.
Kids will also make an eagle wand and a raptor mask that they can take
home! Small children must be accompanied by an adult.
Workshop
Leader: CCNC Naturalist and bird enthusiast
Randy Palmer, a graduate of biology from the University
of Montana, presents this year's program. Randy offers environmental education
programs in Bidwell Park for K-6 students throughout the school year.
He is an enthusiastic, kid-friendly presenter, who loves sharing his knowledge
of the Park and the fascinating critters at the Nature Center.
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| 11am-Noon
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Young
Naturalists: Learn All About Owls
Young
naturalists (5yrs and over) come learn about the mysterious owls that
come out at night. After viewing a video we will be dissecting owl pellets
to solve the mystery of what owls eat.
Workshop
Leader: Mela Garcia |
| 11am-12:30pm
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Reptiles
Native to Butte County
Snakes
& Lizards Alive! Come see many of Butte County's native reptiles
up close and personal! Don't pass up the opportunity to safely experience
some very seldom seen native reptiles. Learn some of the fascinating
adaptations that help these creatures survive in their native habitat.
Workshop Leader: Steve Brightwell is a California
Department of Fish and Game Assistant Manager at the Feather River Fish
Hatchery. Reptiles have fascinated him since childhood and his fascination
is contagious. Steve is an active herpetologist and has presented numerous
programs on the reptiles of Butte County. |
| 11am-12:30pm
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Why
Migrate?
This
workshop will provide an overview of the phenomenon of migration in
the animal kingdom, with emphasis on the vertebrates. What is the purpose
of migration? What are the costs vs. the benefits? What other animals,
besides birds, engage in these annual round-trip journeys? What distances
are covered? How do animals find their way to their destinations? These
are some of questions that we will cover in a discussion of one of nature's
most fascinating topics.
Workshop
Leader: David Vanicek earned his BS and MS degrees in
Fish and Wildlife Biology at Iowa State University, and his PH.D. in
Wildlife Resources at Utah State University. He served for 35 years
on the biology faculty at CSU, Sacramento, where he taught courses in
general zoology, vertebrate natural history, fishery biology and management,
ichthyology, and herpetology. He retired in 2002 and now resides in
Paradise. |
| 1pm-2pm
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Young
Naturalists: Bird Identification
Young
naturalists (5yrs and over) come make your own Bird Identification book.
Learn the many colors and characteristics that will help you identify
birds in the field. Also join in an exciting 'Bird Beak' game.
Workshop
Leader: Mela Garcia |
| 1pm-2:30pm
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Armchair
Tour of Black Butte Lake
Situated
on the west side of the upper Sacramento Valley in an oak woodland savannah,
Black Butte Lake is surrounded by beautiful dark volcanic buttes. Relax
and take in a slide show of the lake's 40 miles of shoreline, 3 nature
trails and striking landscape. See and touch natural artifacts and evidence
of the area's wildlife that will include snake skins, skulls of bobcat
and mountain lion, and pelts of beaver and otter.
Workshop
Leader: Mary Ann Deeming , a civilian employee of the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, graduated from Humboldt State in 1984
with a degree in Natural Resource Management and Interpretation. She
has worked for 18 years as a Park Ranger at Black Butte Lake, and enjoys
helping people to understand and appreciate the natural environment
around them. |
| 2pm-3pm
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Young
Naturalists: Nature Journal Writing
Young
naturalist (5yrs and up) will make a field journals using natural and
man made materials. These journals will be used to make specific notes
and document observations of birds and animals. Once the journals are
made, participants will venture outside and have the opportunity to
start using their journal with leader guidance.
Workshop
Leader: Mela Garcia |
| 3pm-4:30pm
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Waterfowl
Identification Through Wing Characteristics
Here's
a great opportunity to refine your waterfowl identification skills through
the study of wings. Jay will be sharing his teaching collection of colorful
waterfowl wings for a real hands-on approach to waterfowl identification.
Did you know you could tell the sex and approximate age of most waterfowl
species from their wings? For those who have never seen the array of
waterfowl colors up close this a an opportunity you won't forget.
Workshop
Leader: Jay Bogiatto received his BS degree in Wildlife
Management from Humbolt State University in 1977 and then his MS degree
in Biology from CSU, Chico in 1986. He currently teaches Ornithology,
Waterfowl Biology, and Zoology in the Biology Department at CSU, Chico.
In addition, Jay currently serves as Station Manager at CSU, Chico's
Eagle Lake Field Station, and is also the Director of the Biology Department's
Vertebrate Museum. |
| 3pm-4:30pm
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Armchair
Tour of the Sutter Buttes
Here's
an opportunity for glimpses into the mysterious Sutter Buttes. Travel
through the Buttes without ever leaving your chair as you enjoy this
fascinating slide presentation on the many facets and wonders of this
remarkable landscape.
Workshop
Leader: Mike Hubbartt has been actively involved in the
preservation of the integrity of the Sutter Buttes for 22 years. He
currently serves on the Board of the Middle Mountain Foundation which
strives to preserve the natural character of a truly unique landscape.
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Sunday, January 25 - Workshops |
| 9am-10am
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Raptor
Id
Enjoy
a Power Point slide presentation featuring raptors of the northern Sacramento
Valley. Field identification, characteristics, unique habits, fascinating
facts and curious myths about these beautiful birds of prey will be
discussed. Learn why birds of prey have been revered in history and
folklore for thousands of years.
Workshop
Leader: Andy Wahl has worked with birds of prey as a
master falconer for 12 years. He actively hunts with his birds 5-6 times
a week, looking primarily for pheasants and ducks. Andy currently teaches
biology at Chico Jr. High. |
| 10am-11am
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Young
Naturalists: Bird Feeders and Bird Mosaic
Young
Naturalists (5 yrs and over) come learn how you can help feed the birds.
Try your hand at making a variety of bird feeders. Also make a beautiful
bird mosaic picture to take home with you.
Workshop
Leader: Mela Garcia |
| 10:30am-11:30am
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Armchair
Tour of Feather River Canyon Wildlife
Enjoy
glimpses of the spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife found within
the Feather River Canyon without ever leaving the comfort of your chair.
Experience the beautiful colors and patterns of nature that Rex has
captured on film. This presentation is sure to entice you into visiting
the Feather River Canyon.
Workshop
Leader: Rex Burress, naturalist, wildlife artist, photographer
and outdoor writer will share both his love of nature and his wonderful
slide images depicting Feather River Canyon habitats and the wildlife
they support. |
| 10:30am-Noon |
Falconry
Participants
will enjoy seeing live birds and the equipment used in modern and historic
falconry. You will also view a Power Point slide presentation of falconry
being practiced in the field. Falconry has been a part of history for
more than 4,000 years. Beginning as a means of hunting wild game, it
has been the sport of kings and the icon of a complex social cast system.
Workshop
Leader: Andy Wahl has worked with birds of prey as a
master falconer for 12 years. He actively hunts with his birds 5-6 times
a week, looking primarily for pheasants and ducks. Andy currently teaches
biology at Chico Jr. High. |
| 11am-Noon
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Young
Naturalists: Learn All About Owls
Young
naturalists (5yrs and over) come learn about the mysterious owls that
come out at night. After viewing a video we will be dissecting owl pellets
to solve the mystery of what owls eat.
Workshop
Leader: Mela Garcia |
| 1pm-2pm
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Young
Naturalists: Bird Identification
Young
naturalists (5yrs and over) come make your own Bird Identification book.
Learn the many colors and characteristics that will help you identify
birds in the field. Also join in an exciting 'Bird Beak' game.
Workshop Leader: Mela Garcia |
| 2pm-3pm
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Young
Naturalists: Nature Journal Writing
Young
naturalist (5yrs and up) will make a field journals using natural and
man made materials. These journals will be used to make specific notes
and document observations of birds and animals. Once the journals are
made, participants will venture outside and have the opportunity to
start using their journal with leader guidance.
Workshop
Leader: Mela Garcia |
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