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2008 Second Saturday programs of the San Antonio Natural Areas may be subject to change. Call (210) 564-6400 or watch for flyers posted in the parks, in various media and newsletters. Reservations are recommended. There is a suggested individual donation of $3.00 per individual or $5.00 per family. Click HERE for information on programs at Medina River Natural Area. |
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January 12, 2008:
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Come join us for a walk with city forester, Michael Nentwich, to explore our trees in winter. Learn how they can be used in urban situations and begin to think about trees you may want to plant in your yard this year. Reservations recommended. Walk-ins accepted on a limited basis. February 9, 2008:
Learn proper hiking skills. Learn how to pick a campsite, pack and use equipment. Learn to be careful with fire. Learn to enjoy and respect wildlife and fellow visitors, and have fun!! The PEAK, Promoting Environmental Awareness in Kids, program is the result of a partnership between the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and REI (Recreation Equipment Incorporated) and is designed to educate children about the outdoors and responsible enjoyment of our shared public lands. Ages 8 to 12 years March 10, 2008: Presented by
The Natural Areas and the Bexar Audubon Society invite you to a star party. This program is designed to give people with little knowledge of astronomy an opportunity to view features of the winter sky. (Show goes on, even with clouds they have some great videos and will still have some scopes set up.) Sponsored by San Antonio Natural Area Parks, Bexar Audubon Society,, and San Antonio Astronomical Association.
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aPRIL 12, 2008: Presented by
Do you enjoy watching the birds outside the window in your yard squabbling over a seed, splashing in a puddle, or cruising around the flowers? Why are humans so interested in birds?? This is your opportunity to explore your interest in birds and learn the basics of binocular use and bird identification. Bring your family (recommended for children 7 and over) and join Tom and Patsy Inglet for this great program. You may bring your own binoculars if you wish or we will have a few pair to loan. Sponsored by San Antonio Natural Area Parks and Bexar Audubon Society. May 10, 2008: Presented by
Join Janis Merritt, native plant expert, on a hike through the spring flora. Janis wants participants to learn more than just the names of the plants. She will encourage them to really examine the plant and learn something of its characteristics and its uses. She will also offer tips for using native plants in home landscapes. This program targets adults and older children. Sponsored by San Antonio Natural Area Parks and Bexar Audubon Society. June 14, 2008: Presented by
Do you think the only good bug is a dead bug??? Molly Keck, program specialist with the Texas Agrilife Extension, will help you learn that not all bugs are bad; in fact, some are very beneficial to people. Come learn who’s who in the bug world! Appropriate for all ages. Sponsored by San Antonio Natural Area Parks and Bexar Audubon Society. |
JuLy 12, 2008: Presented by
Enjoy a beautiful evening of stories and a campfire (if we get some rain) in one of San Antonio’s Natural Areas. Emma Ortega, a Lipan Apache storyteller, will share from her collection of stories, many about nature. This is definitely one for the whole family! The activity will be at the outdoor classroom (entrance near the public restrooms). See you there! Call 210.372-9124 or 210.564-6402 for reservations and information. Sponsored by San Antonio Natural Area Parks and Bexar Audubon Society. |
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