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Programming for the General Public

Earth Spirit offers programs on a monthly basis to the general public. Most programs are conducted in the field at locations throughout Western New York. From time to time we also lead excursions to locations such as the Everglades, The Adirondacks and Algonquin Provincial Park in Ontario, to name a few. Please refer to the schedule below for current programming.

All programs require pre-registration which may be done by calling or emailing our Office using the contact information at the bottom of this page. When registering please specify the number of adults and children who will attend.

NOTE:  Programs conducted at Birdsong Park require pre-registration with the Orchard Park Recreation Department - consult the event listing for further information.

We look forward to you joining us for our next program!

Living Naturally Series - Fall/Winter 2009-2010
(click on a program name for details)

Autumn Herbs ▪ Fall Ecology Wildlife Ecology
Tree Stories ▪ Wildlife Tracking ▪ Lords of Nature Snowshoe Adventure Hike 1 
Snowshoe Adventure Hike 2Snow Shelters & Winter Games
Maple Sugaring Past & Present
 


Mortar & PestleAutumn Herbs
Saturday, September 26, 2009
10:00am - 12:30pm
Location:
Sinking Ponds Sanctuary, East Aurora
Focus:
An introduction to foraging skills with a focus on edible and medicinal plants

Fees:
Members $4.00 / Non-members $7.00


Autumn Trees
Fall Ecology
Saturday, October 3, 2009
1:00 - 3:30pm
Location: Birdsong Park, Orchard Park
Focus
:
A leisurely hike through fields, forests and wetlands with a focus on plant and animal preparations for the changing seasons.
Fees and Registration: Please contact the Orchard Park Recreation Department:
716-662-6450 or oprec@orchardparkny.org


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Animal TracksWildlife Ecology
Saturday, October 17, 2009
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Location: Chaffee Wildlife Preserve
Focus:
A moderately challenging hike through mature forests and wetlands with a focus on wildlife sighting, life signs, behaviors and adaptations.
Fees:
Free of charge (sponsored by Waste Management of Chaffee)
Tree Stories
Saturday, November 7, 2009
1:00 - 3:30pm
Location:
Shale Creek, Orchard Park
Focus:
A challenging hike to the "eternal flame" with a focus on tree identification and ecology.
Fees: Members $3.00/Non-members: $5.00

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Animal Tracks

Wildlife Tracking
Saturday, January 9, 2010
1:00 - 3:30pm
Location:
  Erie County Forest Lands
Focus:  
An invigorating hike (snowshoes provided, if needed) through mature forests with a focus on the art and science of wildlife tracking and the interpretation of life signs.
Fees: Members $4.00 / Non-members $7.00
 

Lords of Nature: Life in a Land of Great Predators
Wednesday, January 13, 2010Gray Wolf
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:
Buffalo State College, Bulger Communication Center North
Focus: WNY premiere of an exciting documentary film followed by a panel discussion. Top predators hold the key to life itself. Can people and predators coexist? Can we afford not to? One hour film followed by a Q&A session with local educators, scientists and naturalists.
Fees: Free of charge.
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Sponsored in conjunction with Buffalo State College.

Snowshoe Adventure Hike 1
Saturday, January 23, 2010
1:00 - 3:30pm
Location:
  Chaffee Wildlife Preserve
Focus:  A moderately challenging hike focuses upon snowshoe skills and general Winter ecology (snowshoes provided).
Fees:
Free of charge (sponsored by Waste Management of Chaffee)
 

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Snowshoe TracksSnowshoe Adventure Hike 2
Saturday, February 6, 2010
1:00 - 3:30pm
Location:
Birdsong Park, Orchard Park
Focus:
A leisurely hike focused upon snowshoe skills and general Winter ecology (snowshoes provided).
Fees and Registration: Please contact the Orchard Park Recreation Department: 716-662-6450 or oprec@orchardparkny.org
Snow Shelters and Winter Games
Saturday, February 20, 2010
10:00am - 12:30pm
Location:
Erie County Forest Lands
Focus:
Includes the art of snow shelter construction coupled with the fun of experiencing historic Winter games.
Fees: Members $4.00 / Non-members $7.00

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Tapping Maple Tree (Courtesy bpdphotos)
Maple Sugaring - Past and Present
Saturday, March 27, 2010
10:00am - 1:00pm
Location:
Green Lake, Orchard Park
Focus:  
Includes both indoor and outdoor experiences focused upon maple sugaring as practiced by Native Americans, early settlers and modern producers. Please dress warmly.
Fees:
This program is sponsored by Waste Management of  Chaffee and is free of charge.

Note: A pancake brunch will be available following the program for a donation:

Adults $5.00/Children (under 12) $3.00

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Earth Spirit Educational Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 261 Orchard Park, NY 14127
716-941-6267
Email: earthspiritoffice@roadrunner.com


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