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SUMMARY:Distance-Learning Program: Let's Talk H2O!
DESCRIPTION:In this distance-learning program\, we will follow the journey of water as it repeatedly cycles throughout our planet and sustains all of Earth’s inhabitants. We will conduct basic water experiments\, take a look at aquatic organisms\, and discuss the importance of clean water in our communities. We will also use real-time online databases from regional watersheds to understand just how water moves through our local ecosystems. This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10. Some basic household materials\, such as ice cubes\, will be required along with a computer or tablet with a camera\, microphone\, and internet connection. Please email our education coordinator Maggie at mcozens@greathollow.org for more information and to register. Free for members and non-members.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/distance-learning-program-lets-talk-h2o/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200403T190000
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Walk
DESCRIPTION:*This event has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 emergency.\n \n  \nEvery April for millennia\, an odd-looking migratory bird has returned to the Northeast from its far-away wintering grounds to engage in one of the more bizarre mating rituals in the Animal Kingdom. Perhaps you’re even familiar with the strange\, high-pitched\, nasally “pent” sound that can be heard coming from fields and young forests this time of year. These sounds are the mating calls of the American Woodcock\, also known as the Timberdoodle. During the last few moments of daylight\, male Woodcocks perform an unusual courtship display that the famous naturalist\, Aldo Leopold\, called “the sky dance.” The males repeatedly spiral high up into the air and then return to the ground in a wild zig-zag\, all in hopes of impressing and attracting one of the females watching them with a carefully judging eye. Join us on an evening walk to one of the local places where Woodcocks can often be seen engaging in this aerial display. \nWe will meet in Great Hollow’s visitor parking area at 7 pm and then take a short drive over to the Great Swamp Wildlife Management area off of Cornwall Hill Rd. in Patterson\, NY. You may also meet us there directly if you prefer (190 Cornwall Hill Rd.\, Patterson\, NY\, 12563). \nPlease dress appropriately for the weather\, wear sturdy footwear\, and bring a flashlight\, as we will be returning to our vehicles in the dark. It’s about a 10 minute walk from the parking area to where we hope to find Woodcocks displaying. Free for members; a suggested donation of $5/person for non-members is greatly appreciated. No dogs\, please. To sign up\, please email John at jfoley@greathollow.org.   *Please note that while we will do our best to find Woodcocks\, there is no way to guarantee it.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/woodcock-walk-2/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T200000
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CREATED:20200224T131313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T152327Z
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SUMMARY:Wine and Craft Night: Spring Wreaths
DESCRIPTION:**This event has been postponed until further notice due to the COVID-19 outbreak.** \n  \nAdults\, get in the spirit of spring and join us for a relaxing evening of conversation\, wine\, and crafting! Using natural materials\, we’ll create our very own floral spring wreaths.  All materials will be provided\, and you may follow a set of provided designs or make your own. Just bring your creative instincts and we’ll take care of the rest! Bring your own wine\, beer\, or whatever you like to enjoy while crafting. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. \n$25 for members; $30 for non-members. Price covers the cost of all materials and supplies. Please sign up by emailing Maggie at mcozens@greathollow.org.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/wine-and-craft-night-spring-wreaths/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T103000
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SUMMARY:Distance Learning: Water\, Water\, Everywhere!
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual\, distance-learning program we will dive into the aquatic realm. We will explore interactive watersheds\, discover how scientists monitor water quality\, and see how different insects can alert us to problems from pollution. Note: it is not necessary for you to have participated in last week’s Let’s Talk H2O session to participate in this one. The program will be conducted over ZOOM\, and require a computer/tablet with a camera and microphone.  A short “water footprint” assignment will also be required beforehand. Most suitable for children ages 6 to 10. Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/distance-learning-water-water-everywhere/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200409T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T154020Z
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SUMMARY:Distance Learning: Ssssnakes\, Salamanders\, and Skinks
DESCRIPTION:In this distance-learning program\, we will virtually discover the many fascinating species of reptiles and amphibians that call Connecticut home. We’ll explore herptile adaptations\, have a visit from our resident corn snake and red-bellied turtle\, and learn all about the elusive five-lined skink (Connecticut’s only native lizard!). You’ll be sure to leave with a new love and appreciation of these often misunderstood animals that play important roles in our ecosystems and bring us no harm. This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10. The program will be conducted over ZOOM\, and require a computer/tablet with a camera and microphone. Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/distance-learning-ssssnakes-salamanders-and-skinks/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200411T130000
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SUMMARY:Citizen Science Saturday: Tree Challenge
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 emergency \n  \nApril is officially Citizen Science Month! Adults and teens\, come to Great Hollow for an afternoon of hiking\, data collection\, and learning as we put on our scientist hats. In this installment of our new “citizen science” series\, we will be taking part in GLOBE’s (The Global Learning and Observation to Benefit the Environment) worldwide April Tree Challenge. We will hike throughout Great Hollow to identify and measure the height of as many trees as we can. You’ll learn the methods used by professional foresters and ecologists to characterize and inventory forests. The data we collect will then be sent to scientists researching climate change and carbon sequestration potential. We will be using an app to collect and submit the data to GLOBE\, so please bring your smartphone if you have one. \nSuitable for ages 13 and up. Free for members; a suggested donation of $5 per person for non-members is appreciated. Please sign up by emailing Maggie at mcozens@greathollow.org.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/citizen-science-saturday-tree-challenge/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200413T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T153000
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SUMMARY:Spring Break Adventure Camp
DESCRIPTION:Spring Break Adventure Camp has unfortunately been cancelled due to the COVID-19 emergency \n  \nLooking for something fun\, active\, and educational for your child to do during the school break? Sign them up for Great Hollow’s Spring Break Adventure Camp! Our popular program offers children ages 5 to 10 the opportunity to get outdoors and experience the natural world on our beautiful 825-acre preserve. Each day includes science-based environmental education activities\, games\, hikes\, and live animal encounters. See below for daily themes and topics. \nRuns from Monday\, April 13 through Friday\, April 17. Single day registration available. Family Level members (and above): $35 per child per day; non-members: $45 per child per day. Drop-off is at 8:30 am and pick-up is at 3:30 pm. Please contact our education coordinator Maggie at mcozens@greathollow.org with any questions and/or to register. Space is very limited. \nDaily Topics: \nMonday \nMountains to Sea: Water\, water everywhere! Did you know over 70% of our planet is covered in water\, but only 2.5% of that water is fresh? Let’s spend the day following the journey of freshwater around our planet! We’ll conduct experiments\, create a 3D watershed\, and explore Great Hollow’s own streams\, creeks\, and wetlands and discuss the many different creatures that call those habitats home. \nTuesday \nInsane Invaders: Toads the size of dogs\, giant snakes\, and microscopic insects that can threaten entire forests! Invasive species can cause lasting\, sometimes irreversible damage on our local ecosystems. Spend the day exploring the different types of these wild invaders and what we can do to help curb their impact. \nWednesday\n \nSnakes\, salamanders and skinks: Hurray for herptiles! Let’s take a look at the many species of amphibians and reptiles that call Connecticut home. We’ll go exploring for salamanders\, feed our resident Corn Snake\, and learn all about the elusive five-lined skink (Connecticut’s only native lizard!). \nThursday \nAdaptation Exploration!: From immortal jellyfish to poison-tongued lizards\, many wild animals have an impressive range of survival adaptions. Join us for a day dedicated to this mind-boggling world of animal adaptations\, and get inspired create an crazy animal of your own! \nFriday \nWildlife Trackers: Have you ever wondered how scientists learn about animals in the wild? Join us for a day of wildlife tracking and find out! Animals like coyotes\, deer\, and bears often show up on special trail cameras set up in wilderness areas. We’ll spend the day looking for tracks in the woods\, creating wildlife bait and lures\, and observing some trail camera photos. What will YOU find in the woods?
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/spring-break-adventure-camp-2/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T103000
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SUMMARY:Distance-Learning Program: Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this virtual class that’s all about some of nature’s most stealthy predators – owls\, hawks\, eagles\, and falcons. We will  learn how to identify them\, discuss the special adaptations they use to survive\, and complete activities to better understand how these unique animals hunt and communicate. This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10. The program will be conducted over ZOOM\, and require a computer/tablet with a camera and microphone. Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members. \n  \n(Photo: Tom Samuelson\, NatGeo)
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/distance-learning-program-birds-of-prey/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200416T103000
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CREATED:20200410T150522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200410T150553Z
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SUMMARY:Distance-Learning Program: Bizarre Bats
DESCRIPTION:Although bats are the subject of a lot of fear and misinformation\, they are actually very special creatures that are essential to the health of our ecosystems and agricultural economy. In this virtual class\, we will learn all about these misunderstood animals\, review the species you can see right outside your home\, discuss why they’re important for the environment\, and play games to understand how they navigate the world at night. This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10. The program will be conducted over ZOOM\, and require a computer/tablet with a camera and microphone. Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/distance-learning-program-bizarre-bats/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T103000
DTSTAMP:20260407T033106
CREATED:20200417T130903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T133720Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Ecosystem Odyssey!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day by joining us for this virtual class about sustainability\, conservation\, and celebrating the earth! We’ll journey around the world to the most incredible habitats on Earth and talk about some of the iconic animals that call them home. From rainforests and coral reefs of the tropics all the way to the temperate forests here in New England\, we will embark on an ecosystem odyssey and discover what we can do to ensure the health and protection of our planet. This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10\, but younger and older children (and even parents) are more than welcome to participate! The program will be conducted over ZOOM\, and require a computer/tablet with a camera and microphone. Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/earth-day-ecosystem-odyssey/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T103000
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CREATED:20200417T135119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T140707Z
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SUMMARY:Call of the Wild: Coyotes and Wolves
DESCRIPTION:Are there any wolves in New England? How do you tell the difference between a wolf and a coyote? We’ll answer these questions and more in this virtual program all about wolves\, coyotes\, and other wild canids! We’ll learn about the relationship between domestic dogs and wolves\, what makes wolves such effective hunters\, and how coyotes have become the most dominant wild canid on the east coast. This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10\, but younger and older children (and even parents) are more than welcome to participate! The program will be conducted over ZOOM\, and require a computer/tablet with a camera and microphone. Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/call-of-the-wild-coyotes-and-wolves/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200428T103000
DTSTAMP:20260407T033106
CREATED:20200427T141126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T141126Z
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SUMMARY:A Kid-friendly Intro to Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:What does climate change mean? How is it happening and what can we do about it? There is a lot of information out there regarding climate change and sometimes it can be overwhelming – for adults and children alike! In this virtual class\, we will take an accessible approach to climate change\, discuss how it works\, and learn what a changing climate means for humans and the natural world.  This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10\, but younger and older children (and parents) are more than welcome to participate!  Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members.
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/a-kid-friendly-intro-to-climate-change/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center":MAILTO:info@greathollow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T103000
DTSTAMP:20260407T033106
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SUMMARY:Bear Aware
DESCRIPTION:As some of the biggest land mammals in North America\, bears inspire a lot of fear and awe. Join us for this virtual class as we dispel some of the myths surrounding these versatile animals\, discover the giant bears of the ice age\, and learn what to do if we encounter a black bear in our own backyards! This program is most suitable for children ages 6 to 10\, but younger and older children (and parents) are more than welcome to participate!  Please email our education coordinator Maggie for more details and to register. Free for members and non-members. \n(left photo: black bear family snapped by one of Great Hollow’s trail cameras)
URL:https://greathollow.org/event/bear-aware/
LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
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