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Saturday, 27. February 2010 We will drive to northern areas looking for Northern Hawk Owls and Great Gray Owls. Participants may leave early. Bring a lunch. Time: 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m
Possible Owling Evening in March ...depending on whether the owls are calling in the area. Check this page for confirmation and details.
Sunday, 7. March 2010 We will go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the zoo and look for winter birds. Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, 14. March 2010 We will drive to Christopher Lake where we will meet Lesley Tuchek who will lead us on a 3 km hike along a snowmobile trail into the forest in search of winter birds. We will then drive to visit bird feeding stations before heading to Prince Albert for supper. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
Saturday, 20. March 2010 We will look for horned larks, ducks, geese and eagles. Dress warmly and bring a lunch. Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
3. April 2010 Greet our harbinger of spring, the Mountain Bluebird! We will drive the countryside southwest of Saskatoon looking for bluebirds and other early migrants. Bring a picnic lunch. Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 14. April 2010 A chance to learn gulls and look for a rare American Dipper that was there last year. There should be at least four species present and maybe a rarity. Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
Young NaturalistsNature activities for 5-11 year olds For a complete list of Young Naturalists' Programs and updates visit the Zoo Society web site at www.saskatoonzoosociety.ca/natpack.htm. Space is limited on most programs, so if you know you want to attend a specific program, you can register at any time. Register by calling 975-3042 (an answering machine) or by using our new e-mail address: saskatoonnaturekids@gmail.com
Young Naturalists' Great Horned Owl Ecology Meet "Spirt" (Spirit) the one-eyed Great Horned Owl and discover how this Saskatchewan bird of prey survives our cold winters. What do owls eat? It is easy to find out, just check out their pellets! What is an owl pellet? Better attend this program and dissect your own owl pellet to find out! Space is limited. Time: 2:00 p.m.
Young Naturalists' Bird House Workshop Spring is just around the corner so it is time to prepare for the bluebirds and Tree swallows return from their winter migration. These cavity-nesting birds will be looking for suitable nesting sites. We can help them out by building a birdhouse. Bring a hammer and make your own birdhouse. Space is limited in this workshop so registration is required. Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Young Naturalists' Crocus Field Trip Celebrate Earth Day with a walk on the native prairie by Peturrson's Ravine. We will be looking for the Prairie Crocus. The flowers are only here for a short time, so come out and observe these beautiful flowers. Time: 6:00 p.m.
Content of Young Naturalist Programs are geared towards the 5 to 11 year old range. Parental supervision is required on all Young Naturalists' programs. |
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