Morels, Fungi, & Lichens - Freshwater Ecosystems & Invasive Species
Hitchcock Nature Center, Pottawattamie County
Saturday, June 27, 2020
ATTENTION:
In an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19, we have updated our program format for this event. Our programs originally scheduled for May 9th & June 7th will now be presented together & online on June 27th. Our July 11th program will return us to our regular schedule & may be held online or in person as conditions allow.
All participants currently registered for these programs have been registered for the adjusted dates.
For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Join us for an online program with presenter Ron Cisar on Saturday, June 27th at 9:00 a.m. as we celebrate the life & legacy of famous naturalist & philosopher Aldo Leopold.
Our June 27th session will include discussion & outdoor exploration ideas that can be done as self-guided activities either at home or at the outdoor space of your choice. This program will will focus on Leopold's essays "Back From the Argentine" & "The Alder Fork - A Fish Idyl" as well as a discussion of the Tern & Plover Conservation Partnership. Other topics to be covered include identification of local mushrooms, fungi, & lichens, a look at fungal structure & adaptations, the ecological components of a freshwater pond, invasive species identification, a look at the negative impacts of invasive species, more nature journaling practice & so much more.
This program is intended for participants age 14 & over with an interest in the natural world, no experience or prior knowledge is required to participate. Online pre-registration is required as space is limited. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283.
Cost for this program is $10.00 per person per individual session. & includes admission to the park for all on-site programs.
Participants may opt to register for the entire 10 program/8 session season for $75.00. Full season registration includes admission to the park for all on-site programs as well as a copy of "A Sand County Almanac" & a hardback journal. To register for the full programming series please return to the programming list & select "A Land Ethic Workshop - Full Season".
*Participants do not need to attend every session to enjoy this programming series.
About "A Land Ethic Workshop"
"A Land Ethic Workshop" will focus on the work & life of
naturalist & Iowa native Aldo Leopold. Each month participants will
explore a new work by Leopold coupled with hands on activities such as
hikes, aquatic studies, guest lectures, sketching, journaling and more.
Programs are from 9:00 a.m. to noon & occur through December. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this program's structure has been altered with two online programs, remaining programs may be held in person at Hitchcock Nature Center if the situation allows or will be held in our online format if necessary.
Participants should note that classes held online will require an internet connection & the use of Zoom, programs held in person will be held at Hitchcock Nature Center & will at times require pedestrian travel over difficult terrain; some sessions may be physically challenging. Portions of each session will occur outdoors, students should come prepared for the weather & the elements..
CANCELLATION POLICY
Guests may cancel their reservation for a full refund up to 1 week (7 days) prior to the first day of the event
by calling 712-545-3283 & speaking with staff directly.
Cancellations received less than 7 days in advance of the event will not
be refunded. Program fees for events cancelled by Pottawattamie
Conservation for any reason will be refunded.
This event is not pet friendly, service animals are always welcome.
The Pottawattamie County Conservation Board does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual
orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status in its
employment, programs, & activities. The following person has been
designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:
Human Resources Director, 227 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA
51501.
