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2013 — July, August, September . . . Education Center Schedule
June 2013
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Native Trees of Ivy Creek
Saturday, June 22, 10:00 am
Join Ivy Creek Foundation staff on a summer walk at Ivy Creek Natural Area to learn to identify trees indigenous to Central Virginia. Meet by the kiosk of Ivy Creek Natural Area. The event is free. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, June 22, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Toddler Time
Thursday, June 27, 10:00 am
Introduce your toddler to nature with this short talk and trail walk for three to five year olds. Volunteer guide Rachel Bush will host, starting in the Education Center at Ivy Creek Natural Area. |
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Volunteer Work Day
Saturday, June 29, 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Join Ivy Creek Foundation volunteers to work on field restoration, invasive plant removal and trail improvements such as water bar repairs and trail widening. Wear appropriate clothing. Meet in the parking lot. Check toolshed for notice board if late arrival. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, June 29, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Toddler Time
From January to October on the last Thursday morning of every month, introduce your toddler to nature with this short talk and trail walk for three to five year olds. Volunteer guide Rachel Bush will host, starting in the Education Center at Ivy Creek Natural Area.
Monthly Bird Walk
Learn about the local birds. Beginners or experts welcome. Bring your trusty binoculars or borrow a pair at Ivy Creek Natural Area from the Monticello Bird Club. Meet in the parking lot on the first Saturday of every month at 7:30 am.
Volunteer Workdays
Help us keep Ivy Creek Natural Area the special place it is. Join the Ivy Creek Foundation volunteers as we maintain the trails, remove invasive plants, and control erosion. Wear appropriate clothes as we may be doing a bit of work near briars or in the sun. Meet in the parking lot at 9:00 am in May and 8:00 am in June and August on the following mornings: Thursday, June 13, August 29 and Saturday, May 25, June 29, and August 24th. We’ll stop after three hours. (Note: No volunteer workdays in July.)
Junior Naturalists
Young People Only:
The 4H Junior Naturalist clubs at Ivy Creek offer fun, outdoor activities exploring the fields, forests, and streams of the Ivy Creek Natural Area. We will learn about the native plants and wildlife of our area (including snakes, spiders and bats!).
The clubs meet every other Monday from 4:00 – 5:30 pm at the Ivy Creek Natural Area. Two sections, for ages 6-9 and ages 10-13, provide age- appropriate activities. The clubs start in the late summer on the third Monday of September and in mid winter on the third Monday of January. Pre- registration is required. To register, email Dan Bieker at danbieker (at) gmail.com or phone at 434-971-9618.
This program is co-sponsored with VA
Cooperative Extension 4-H
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July 2013
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Insects of the Night: Fireflies and Moths
Tuesday, July 2, 8:30 pm
Come learn about insects of the night. We’ll learn about fireflies and moths at Ivy Creek. After a short talk about their interesting biologies we’ll do some counting of fireflies and catch and release of moths outside the education building. Children are encouraged to bring small flashlights to see if we can lure in the bugs with our flashing patterns. Free and open to the public. |
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First Saturday Bird Walk
Saturday, July 6, 7:30 am
Join Leigh Surdukowski of the Monticello Bird Club for a summer bird walk. Beginners always welcome. Meet in the parking lot of Ivy Creek Natural Area. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, July 6, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Star Party at Ivy Creek
Friday, July 12, 8:45 pm
Come enjoy learning about the stars and other celestial objects. Volunteers will start with the skinny crescent moon and Saturn. As the sky darkens they’ll help point out constellations and nebula. Use the Charlottesville Astronomical Society’s telescopes or bring your own. Free and open to all. Meet in the field next to the barn at the Ivy Creek Natural Area. Cloudy skies will cancel this event. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, July 13, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Animal Skulls and Teeth
Sunday, July 14, 2:00 pm
Learn the secrets about different species of mammals by examining and seeing their skulls. Gain a greater understanding of the animal’s life cycle by the structure of their skull. We’ll be building skulls of our own to take home. Meet in the Ivy Creek Foundation Education Center at the Ivy Creek Natural Area. No charge. |
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Native Plant Walk
Saturday, July 20, 9:00 am
Join Mary Lee Epps, a native plant enthusiast, as we look for crane fly orchid, rose mallow, button bush, pickerel weed and monkey flower on a plant walk at Ivy Creek Natural Area. Good for all ages. Cosponsored by the Jefferson Chapter, Virginia Native Plant Society. Meet by the kiosk near the parking lot. Free. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, July 20, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Toddler Time
Thursday, July 25, 10:00 am
Introduce your toddler to nature with this short talk and trail walk for three to five year olds. Volunteer guide Rachel Bush will host, starting in the Education Center at Ivy Creek Natural Area. |
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Dragonflies and Damselflies of Ivy Creek
Saturday, July 27, 11:00 am
See and learn about the dragonflies and damselflies of Ivy Creek. Jim Childress will lead us as we catch a few to look at them in hand and observe the rest as they patrol their territories. Bring binoculars to magnify them up close. Come and learn to identify some of the midsummer species and their habitats. Meet in the Education Center for a short initial presentation of the dragonflies and damselflies we are likely to see before we start our walk. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, July 27, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Butterflies at Ivy Creek
Sunday, July 28, 1:00 pm
Join Mike Scott for a butterfly walk at Ivy Creek Natural Area. Start by meeting in the Ivy Creek Foundation Education Center to see Mike’s impressive display of the butterflies of Ivy Creek and for an introduction to identification skills. We’ll continue on the trails with Mike. Fun for the whole family. No charge. |
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August 2013
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Central Virginia Beekeepers Meeting
Thursday, August 1, 7:00 pm
Come to a meeting of local beekeepers. Beginners welcome to all meetings. No charge. Meet in the Ivy Creek Foundation Education Center at Ivy Creek Natural Area. Find out more at http://centralvirginiabeekeepers.org http://centralvirginiabeekeepers.org. |
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First Saturday Bird Walk
Saturday, August 3, 7:30 am
Join Jenny Gaden of the Monticello Bird Club for a summer bird walk. Beginners always welcome. Meet in the parking lot of Ivy Creek Natural Area. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, August 3, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, August 10, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Native Plant Walk
Saturday, August 17, 9:00 am
Walk with native plant enthusiast Tana Herndon to see the spectacular late blooming wildflowers of summer. Cardinal flower, boneset, and jewelweed are among the flowers that bloom in August at Ivy Creek. We’ll also keep an eye out for lady tresses orchids and blue curls. Co-sponsored with the Jefferson Chapter, Virginia Native Plant Society. Meet by the kiosk near the parking lot. Free and open to the public. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, August 17, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Exploring Summer with Mary Jane
Sunday, August 18, 9:00 am
Naturalist Mary Jane Epps, will lead an exploratory walk at Ivy Creek to see the wonders of a summer morning in nature. Wildflowers, ferns, mushrooms and the amazing variety of insects are a few of the topics Mary Jane may cover. Meet by the kiosk near the parking lot. |
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Volunteer Work Day
Saturday, August 24, 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Join Ivy Creek Foundation volunteers to work on field restoration, invasive plant removal and trail improvements such as water bar repairs and trail widening. Wear appropriate clothing. Meet in the parking lot. Check toolshed for notice board if late arrival. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, August 24, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Butterflies at Ivy Creek
Sunday, August 25, 1:00 pm
Join Mike Scott for a butterfly walk at Ivy Creek Natural Area. Start by meeting in the Ivy Creek Foundation Education Center to see Mike’s impressive display of the butterflies of Ivy Creek and for an introduction to identification skills. We’ll continue on the trails with Mike. Fun for the whole family. No charge. |
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Nighthawk Migration: Circus in the Sky
Monday, August 26, 7:00 pm
Join Dave Hogg of the Monticello Bird Club to watch the first of two nights of nighthawk’s acrobatics as observed in aerial feeding on hunting circuits from the reservoir to native grass field. Meet by the kiosk near the parking lot. |
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Nighthawk Migration: Circus in the Sky
Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 pm
Join Dave Hogg of the Monticello Bird Club to watch the second of two nights of nighthawk’s acrobatics as observed in aerial feeding on hunting circuits from the reservoir to native grass field. Meet by the kiosk near the parking lot. |
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Volunteer Work Day
Thursday, August 29, 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Join Ivy Creek Foundation volunteers to work on field restoration, invasive plant removal and trail improvements such as water bar repairs and trail widening. Wear appropriate clothing. Meet in the parking lot. Check toolshed for notice board if late arrival. |
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Toddler Time
Thursday, August 29, 10:00 am
Introduce your toddler to nature with this short talk and trail walk for three to five year olds. Volunteer guide Rachel Bush will host, starting in the Education Center at Ivy Creek Natural Area. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, August 31, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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September 2013
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Central Virginia Beekeepers Meeting
Thursday, September 5, 7:00 pm
Beginners welcome to all meetings. No charge. Meet in the Ivy Creek Foundation Education Center at Ivy Creek Natural Area. Find out more at http://centralvirginiabeekeepers.org http://centralvirginiabeekeepers.org. |
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First Saturday Bird Walk
Saturday, September 7, 7:30 am
Join Tom Jones of the Monticello Bird Club for a summer bird walk. Beginners always welcome. Meet in the parking lot of Ivy Creek Natural Area. |
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Farm and Barn History Day
Saturday, September 7, 2:00 pm
Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. This was formerly the showpiece of the working farm known as River View Farm. Newly repaired. Includes displays donated to explain both the cultural history of the farm and the natural history of the natural area. Open every Saturday afternoon until Thanksgiving. |
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Ivy Creek Foundation Annual Meeting
Sunday, September 8, 2:00 pm
The Staff and Board of Ivy Creek Foundation invite you to their Annual Meeting for the election of its new board, a preview of its 2013-2014 Strategic Plan and vision for the future. A special TBA program available only to Ivy Creek members will be featured after the conclusion of ICF business. The meeting will take place in the Ivy Creek Foundation Education Building. |
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