Thursday, October 18, 2007

Upcoming Events at the Chico Creek Nature Center

"Wetlands Discovery Hike-Teichert Ponds"
Sunday, November 4, 10:00am-11:30am

Join naturalist Jon Aull for a hike through Teichert Ponds, Chico's own wetlands. We will make a loop around the ponds, looking for birds, bugs, and beavers. We will walk out to a beaver lodge and talk about different adaptations birds and other animals have for living in a wetland environment. Space is limited to 25 people. Wear long pants and shoes and be prepared for mud if it's been raining. Bring binoculars if you have them. Some loaners will be available.
Please call us at 891-4671 to pre-register for this free program. Heavy rain cancels event.

Camp Chico Creek - Winter Session / December 31, and January 2-4,
Theme: "Wild For Wetlands!"

Camp Chico Creek is offered to children ages 5-11.The theme for Winter session is "Wild For Wetlands!" Campers will explore the relationship between aquatic and riparian animals and their various wetlands habitats. Planned activities include group discussions, live animal presentations, art and crafts projects, outdoor nature hikes (weather permitting), and
interactive games. Winter Session is on December 31, January 2, 3, & 4, from 8:00am to 1:00pm each day. The fee for this 4-day camp is $65 per child. We will begin accepting registration for Winter Session in November. Please call us at 891-4671 for a camp brochure to be mailed to you. We also accept registration by phone at 891-4671 using a Visa or Mastercard.

--Chico Creek Nature Center