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NATURE FEST 2010 Schedule
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| 6:30-7:30pm | Elk in Tennessee
Ecology and management of Elk in Tennessee. Joe Clark |
Birds of the Night Discuss and hear recordings of owls, nightjars, and other birds active at night. Dan Combs |
Undercover Wildlife Investigations Interesting and amusing wildlife cases. Dale Grandstaff |
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| 7:45-8:45pm | Threatened and Endangered Species
A cargo kit of pelts, snakehides, turtle shells and other questionable souvenirs. Wally Brines TTU 320 |
Life Along the Amazon
Life in a remote village in Peru. Nancy & Orlando Hoyos |
Night Sky 8:00-9:30
What can you see in the night sky without a telescope? Meet in the large open field. Steve Robinson |
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| FRIDAY | ||||
| 6:30-7:30pm | Fly Tying
Fly tying basics and exhibit of antique bamboo rods. Mike DeFosche |
Salamanders of the Cumberland Plateau
Learn about salamanders and their habitat. Mark Thurman |
Caves-Eco System Underground
An in-depth look at cave life in Tennessee with a leading cave authority. Cory Holliday |
Notable Trees of Tennessee
Exhibit – 6:30-8:45 Award winning photo display of spectacular Tennessee trees. TTU 310 |
| 7:45-8:45pm | Fly Fishing Film- Formula for Success
Great film and discussion led by experienced angler. Jack Sallee |
Beavers
Fascinating facts about North America’s largest rodent. Tom Roberts |
Bats of the World
Renowned bat expert shares his photos and facts of bats from around the world. Mick Harvey |
Under the Microscope
6:30 – 8:30 Stop by and see what's living under the microscope. TTU 308 |
| SATURDAY | ||||
| 7:00-9:00am | Bird Walk Find and identify birds by sight and sound at Cane Creek Park. Meet at Concession Stand. Barbara Stedman |
TWRA Wildlife Exhibit
Visit the educational exhibit brought to us by Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency. Meet at Shelter #1 Parking Lot CCP |
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| 10:00-10:55am | GPS and Geocaching
10:00-12:00 Use GPS units to find hidden objects. Meet at Shelter #2. Dan Twyman |
Wildflower & Tree Walk
10:00 – 12:00 Check out all the flowering plants & tree species & learn their names as you walk through Cane Creek Park. Meet at Shelter#1. Danny Bryan & Dan Combs |
WCTE - Being Green
10:00-1:00 Hands-on opportunity to investigate, explore and discover the importance of “being green”. Meet at Shelter #3 CCP |
Fishing Techniques
10:00-12:00 Techniques and equipment for successful fishing. Hands-on chances to participate. Meet at Fishing Pier. TTU Fisheries Students |
| 1:00-1:55pm | Edible & Inedible Plants
What to eat and what to avoid in the wild. Meet at Shelter #2 Dan Twyman |
Scavenger Hunt
Look for items found in nature. Fun for kids & parents. Start at Shelter #1. Mike Richardson |
Ensor Sink Park Walk
Learn about the formation of sinkholes and other geological phenomenon in the park. Ric Finch |
Canoeing 1:00-3:00
Check out the fundamentals of pleasure/leisure canoeing. Come dressed to get wet. Meet at Concession Stand. Alfred & Dale Ballinger |
| 2:00-2:55pm | Growing Berries in Tennessee
Long-time nursery and orchard owner shares his expertise. Meet at Shelter #2. Hector Black |
Turtle Time Learn about turtles found at Cane Creek Park and elsewhere in TN. Live turtles will be displayed. Meet at Shelter #1. Dan Combs |
Rain Barrels
The why’s and how’s of collecting and utilizing rain water. Meet at Shelter #3 Cumberland River Compact |
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| 3:00-3:55pm | Wild Herb Walk
Learn from a 3rd generation herbalist to identify medicinal herbs in the wild. Meet at Shelter #2. John Warner |
Leaping Frogs
Frogs and toads from TN. Live animals will be displayed. Meet at Shelter #1 Danny Bryan |
Create a Backyard Sanctuary
How to attract and provide for various wildlife in your backyard. Meet at Shelter #3. C.B. Coburn |
NATURE KIDS ACTIVITIES
Touch a Snake – 6:00-9:30 Visit our reptile (and other) friends. Snake handling is optional. TTU 308 Nature Stories for All Ages 6:00-8:15 Drop by and enjoy a variety of entertaining nature tales. Marcia Donova |
| 6:00-7:00 pm | Birds of Prey
Interesting facts and stories. Many birds on display including a bald eagle. Dave Haggard |
Herbs for a Healthier You
Cleaning and healing of the body with pure herbs. John Warner |
The Dirt on Vegetables
Basic organic gardening techniques. Bring your questions. Paul & Coree Entwistle |
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| 7:15-8:15pm | Snakes
Learn interesting facts and myths about snakes. Ray Jordan |
Medicinal Vegetables From the Garden
Local pharmacist shares the medicinal powers of vegetables. Op Walker |
Day Hiking in the Upper Cumberland
Tips & trails for your nearby adventuring. Alfred Ballinger |
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| 8:30-9:30 pm | Rattlesnakes
Learn the truth about Tennessee's most misunderstood animal. Danny Bryant |
Living Green
Examples of earth-friendly lifestyles. Kim Phann |
Fascinating Fossils
See some fossils from this area and learn how and when they were fossilized. Larry Knox |
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| SUNDAY | ||||
| 1:30-2:25pm | Wood Art
Live demonstration turning wooden bowls on the lathe. Meet at Shelter #2. John Lucus |
Scavenger Hunt Look for items found in nature. Fun for kids & parents. Start at Shelter#1. Mike Richardson |
All About Bees
1:30-3:30 Learn about honey bees and bee keeping. Meet at Shelter #3 Ray Wheeler CCP |
TWRA Wildlife Exhibit
1:30-3:30 Visit the educational exhibit brought to us by Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency. Shelter #1 Parking Lot. CCP Canoeing 1:30-3:30 Check out the fundamentals of pleasure/leisure canoeing. Come dressed to get wet. Meet at Concession Stand. Alfred & Dale Ballinger CCP |
| 2:30-3:25pm | Art on Fossil Ivory
Scrimshaw demonstration and techniques along with display of assorted fossil ivory. Meet at Shelter 2. Kris Ballinger |
Marble Games
Meet the National Marbles Champion and learn about this fascinating sport. Includes demonstration & participation. Molly & Jeff Kimmell |
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