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EVENTS CALENDAR
 

May 2012

Wednesday, May 2
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members
No registration required
Friday, May 4
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members
No registration required
Friday, May 4
Moonlight Paddle
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Bluegrass Fish & Wildlife Area

Join Canoe Evansville for a guided paddle under the full moon at this serene natural area just northeast of the City. Trips leave from Wesselman Woods Nature Center and last an average of 3 hours. All equipment is provided.Call 479-0771 ext. 105 for more information.

Cost: $15 per person
Pre-registration required by 4pm Friday prior.
 
Saturday , May 5
Recycle Saturday
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Old Walmart West

Support Wesselman Nature Society by bringing us your recyclable materials. We are accepting cardboard, newspaper, magazines, catalogs, phone books, mixed paper, aluminum cans, metal food cans, glass containers, #1 & #2 plastic bottles, and household batteries. Call 479-0771 or 436-7800 for more information. If you are looking for an opportunity to volunteer with us, we could use your help during these recycling events. Call 479-0771, ext. 100.

Cost: Free
No registration required.
 
Saturday, May 5
Moonlight Paddle
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Hovey Lake

Join Canoe Evansville for a guided paddle under the full moon amidst the unique native cypress forest at Hovey Lake (just south of Mt. Vernon, IN). Trips leave from Wesselman Woods Nature Center and last an average of 3 hours. All equipment is provided.

Cost: $15 per person
Pre-registration required by 4pm Friday prior.
 
Sunday, May 6
Wildlife In the City
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Pigeon Creek

Join Canoe Evansville for an alternative look at Evansville, via Pigeon Creek. This safe-passage canoe trip takes you along the Pigeon Creek Greenway passage and into the heart of the city of Evansville. Learn about the geology, ecology, and the environmental implications of city water trails. Relax on this 5-mile trip, and find out how the Pigeon Creek corridor is an oasis of wildlife hidden to the public eye. Guided trips are offered throughout the season for ages 7 and up. Trips leave from Wesselman Woods Nature Center and last an average of 3 hours. All equipment is provided.

Cost: $15 per person
Pre-registration required by 4pm Friday prior.
 
Wednesday, May 9
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members

No registration required.

 
Friday, May 11
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members
No registration required.
 
Saturday, May 11
Nature Explore Workshop
When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center

Wesselman Nature Society is proud to bring Nature Explore Workshops to Evansville! A selection of Nature Explore Workshops will be offered May 11 & 12 at the Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve and Nature Center. The engaging, inspiring workshops are for adults who want to support children’s play and learning in nature in any setting, including in home, childcare, and school environments.

Cost: $25/per session
Pre-registration required.
 
Saturday, May 12
Wildlife In the City
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Pigeon Creek

Join Canoe Evansville for an alternative look at Evansville, via Pigeon Creek. This safe-passage canoe trip takes you along the Pigeon Creek Greenway passage and into the heart of the city of Evansville. Learn about the geology, ecology, and the environmental implications of city water trails. Relax on this 5-mile trip, and find out how the Pigeon Creek corridor is an oasis of wildlife hidden to the public eye. Guided trips are offered throughout the season for ages 7 and up. Trips leave from Wesselman Woods Nature Center and last an average of 3 hours. All equipment is provided.

Cost: $15 per person
Pre-registration required by 4pm Friday prior.
 
Saturday, May 12
Wing Watching
When: 7 a.m. & 9 a.m.
Where: Howell Wetlands

Bird enthusiast and Wild Birds Unlimited co-owner Tim Griffith will guide you through the woods and wetlands to discover active bird life. Bring your binoculars, cameras, and journals. It’s going to be a fun flight! Free. No preregistration required.

Cost: Free
No registration required.
 
Saturday, May 12
Nature Explore Workshop
When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center

Wesselman Nature Society is proud to bring Nature Explore Workshops to Evansville! A selection of Nature Explore Workshops will be offered May 11 & 12 at the Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve and Nature Center. The engaging, inspiring workshops are for adults who want to support children’s play and learning in nature in any setting, including in home, childcare, and school environments.

Cost: $25/per session
Pre-registration required.
 
Wednesday, May 16
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members
No registration required.
 
Friday, May 18
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members
No registration required
 
Saturday, May 19
Recycle Saturday
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Evansville Day School

Support Wesselman Nature Society by bringing us your recyclable materials. We are accepting cardboard, newspaper, magazines, catalogs, phone books, mixed paper, aluminum cans, metal food cans, glass containers, #1 & #2 plastic bottles, and household batteries. Call 479-0771 or 436-7800 for more information. If you are looking for an opportunity to volunteer with us, we could use your help during these recycling events. Call 479-0771, ext. 100.

Cost: Free
No registration required.
 
Saturday, May 19
Full Day Paddle
When: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Pigeon Creek

Join Canoe Evansville for an alternative look at Evansville, via Pigeon Creek. This safe-passage canoe trip takes you along the Pigeon Creek Greenway passage and into the heart of the city of Evansville. Learn about the geology, ecology, and the environmental implications of city water trails. Relax on this 5-mile trip, and find out how the Pigeon Creek corridor is an oasis of wildlife hidden to the public eye. Guided trips are offered throughout the season for ages 7 and up. Trips leave from Wesselman Woods Nature Center and last an average of 3 hours. All equipment is provided.

Cost: $15 per person
Pre-registration required by 4pm Friday prior.
 
Saturday, May 20
Wildlife in the City
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Pigeon Creek

Join Canoe Evansville for an alternative look at Evansville, via Pigeon Creek. This safe-passage canoe trip takes you along the Pigeon Creek Greenway passage and into the heart of the city of Evansville. Learn about the geology, ecology, and the environmental implications of city water trails. Relax on this 5-mile trip, and find out how the Pigeon Creek corridor is an oasis of wildlife hidden to the public eye. Guided trips are offered throughout the season for ages 7 and up. Trips leave from Wesselman Woods Nature Center and last an average of 3 hours. All equipment is provided.

Cost: $15 per person
Pre-registration required by 4pm Friday prior.
 
Wednesday, May 23
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members
No registration required.
 
Friday, May 25
Toddler Tales
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center
Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old.
Cost: Free to WNS Members, or $3/family/visit for non-members
No registration required.
 
Saturday, May 26
Wildlife in the City
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Pigeon Creek

Join Canoe Evansville for an alternative look at Evansville, via Pigeon Creek. This safe-passage canoe trip takes you along the Pigeon Creek Greenway passage and into the heart of the city of Evansville. Learn about the geology, ecology, and the environmental implications of city water trails. Relax on this 5-mile trip, and find out how the Pigeon Creek corridor is an oasis of wildlife hidden to the public eye. Guided trips are offered throughout the season for ages 7 and up. Trips leave from Wesselman Woods Nature Center and last an average of 3 hours. All equipment is provided.

Cost: $15 per person
Pre-registration required by 4pm Friday prior.
 
Saturday, May 26
Wing Watching
When: 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.
Where: Howell Wetlands

Bird enthusiast and Wild Birds Unlimited co-owner Tim Griffith will guide you through the woods and wetlands to discover active bird life. Bring your binoculars, cameras, and journals. It’s going to be a fun flight! Free. No preregistration required.

Cost: Free
No registration required.
 
Saturday, May 26
Bird Banding
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Wesselman Woods Nature Center

Assist with an ongoing research and conservation project as we catch, identify, band, and record data on the birds of the Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve. This unique hands-on birding experience offers close up encounters with wild birds and demonstrations on banding techniques and bird identification.  Participants can also help release them back to the wild! Bring your camera! Note: for the safety of the birds, this program will be cancelled in adverse weather, such as days that the temperature dips below 32 degrees or during heavy rain. Free. No pre-registration is required.

Cost: Free
No registration required.

 

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