The Lakes February 2018
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Nature Programs For<br />
Preschool-Aged Children<br />
SATURDAYS IN NATURE<br />
This program is held on the fourth Saturday of each month at the<br />
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, held between 1 and 4 PM. A guided<br />
nature walk will begin at 2 PM. No reservations required. Donations are<br />
encouraged. This is a “whole family” program; parents or other adult<br />
guardians should participate with their children. Park in the Memorial<br />
Drive United Methodist Church parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive,<br />
enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed<br />
on the path to the log cabin. Upcoming programs include January:<br />
Migration - Craft: Flying Duck. <strong>February</strong>: We Love Wildlife - Craft: Animal<br />
Valentines.<br />
THE TITMOUSE CLUB<br />
<strong>The</strong> Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5<br />
sponsored by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. <strong>The</strong> program is<br />
offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from<br />
mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary,<br />
440 Wilchester Boulevard. Each week features a different nature theme<br />
and may include nature talks, stories, hands-on activities and walks in<br />
the woods. For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org and<br />
look under Audubon Docents. <strong>The</strong> cost is $5 per child per session or a<br />
5-session card can be purchased for $20. <strong>The</strong> child must be accompanied<br />
by an adult during the program. Park in the Memorial Drive United<br />
Methodist Church parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive, enter the nature<br />
sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed on the path to the log<br />
cabin. Upcoming programs include:<br />
<strong>February</strong> 6 th & 7 th : Art in Nature<br />
<strong>February</strong> 13 th & 14 th : Animal Valentines<br />
<strong>February</strong> 20 th & 21 st : What Do Animals Eat?<br />
<strong>February</strong> 27 th & 28 th : Nature Detectives<br />
March 6 th & 7 th : Gardening for Kids<br />
March 13 th & 14 th : (no mtg. - Spring Break Camp)<br />
March 20 th & 21 st : Butterflies & Moths<br />
March 27 th & 28 th : Animal Babies<br />
AFTER SCHOOL NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB<br />
Nature Explorers Club is designed for school-age children (ages 6-10,<br />
K-5 th ) who are interested in investigating the natural world. Each<br />
month we will explore a different ecology topic, focusing on our own<br />
native plants and animals. We will make a craft to take home, go on<br />
a nature hike, dip-net for fish and tadpoles in the ponds and get to<br />
know the plants and animals of the Bayou City! Fee/reservations are<br />
required. Reserve your child’s spot at www.houstonaudubon.org.<br />
For more information contact Bethany Foshee, Docent Programs<br />
Coordinator, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or 713-932-1639.<br />
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<strong>February</strong> 15 th : Wildlife Valentines<br />
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OWL PROWLS<br />
Houston Audubon Docent Guild sponsors 4 owl prowls for the 2017-18<br />
season. Owl prowls begin with a lively program on owls including an<br />
opportunity to meet live, rehabilitated owls followed by a walk in the<br />
woods in search of wild owls. For more information, to reserve and pay<br />
online go to www.houstonaudubon.org. Owl Prowl dates are <strong>February</strong><br />
2, <strong>2018</strong> and March 9, <strong>2018</strong>. Owl Prowls start at 7 PM, end at 9 PM and<br />
begin in the log cabin at the Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary. <strong>The</strong> fee<br />
is $12 for adults and $8 for children (ages 6-17). All prowlers must be at<br />
least 6 years of age and there must be at least one adult present for each<br />
two children. Dress for walking in the woods and the weather. Please<br />
park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at<br />
12955 Memorial Drive or the Sanctuary’s small lot at 440 Wilchester. Preregistration<br />
is required and there is a maximum number of participants<br />
for each prowl.<br />
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