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Courses and Programs
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EVENTS
Trees For Tomorrow offers a number of events throughout the year that are unique to the northwoods of Wisconsin. The programs are free unless otherwise noted. Donations are welcome and help to sustain these programs. Below is the 2010 schedule.
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FREE Evening Nature Programs - EVERY TUESDAY from June 15th - August 17th
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the air-conditioned Education Hall!
June 15, 2010
Intro to GPS - Join Trees For Tomorrow Naturalist Rob Wiener as he shares his skills of navigating with a GPS. This program will explain the history of GPS, why it was created, and how it works. Participants will be able to practice with a GPS on our campus with one of our GPS units. Please call to reserve a spot, because group size is limited to 35.
June 22, 2010
How to Fish for Muskies 101 - Bill Jacobs of the Headwaters Chapter of Muskies, Inc will share his knowledge on the basics of successful musky fishing, geared for first time fishermen and their families. Come and also learn about Muskies, Inc, an active, service-oriented, non-profit organization for men, women and children with the single focus of improving the sport of musky fishing everywhere the fish are found. With over 7,500 members and 47 independent local chapters throughout the country, you are sure to learn something new about how to get involved with our local chapter and about muskies!
June 29, 2010
Raptors - Come and learn the unique nature of eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls from a Trees For Tomorrow Naturalist. Current issues and ways to help these amazing birds will also be discussed. Get a chance to meet Trees For Tomorrow's LIVE education birds too!
July 6, 2010
Trumpeter Swans - In 2009 trumpeter swans were taken off Wisconsin's list of threatened species. The recovery of trumpeter swans in Wisconsin was a huge conservation success. The power point program will discuss the recovery, natural history, management, and distribution of these very large waterfowl. In 2009, Vilas County had five pairs of trumpeter swans. Ron Eckstein is a DNR Wildlife Biologist stationed at Rhinelander.
July 13, 2010
The Wild and Wooly Yukon – A NOLS Adventure - Journey along with Joe Panci, Trees For Tomorrow Naturalist, as he recounts stories and adventures along with pictures from a 30-day National Outdoor Leadership School wilderness backpacking and whitewater canoeing field experience in the rugged backcountry of the Yukon Territory.
July 20, 2010
Insects of the Northwoods - Insects fill the world around us. Join Bart Kotarba from the Northwoods Wildlife Center and look at the characteristics of insects, some of the major groups, and highlight some of the more common species found in the Northwoods. You may even develop a new appreciation for these fascinating creatures!
July 27, 2010
Monarchs - Every summer milkweed fields are filled with Monarch butterflies and caterpillars. Join North Lakeland Discovery Center naturalist Licia Johnson for this informative and fun program that includes a power-point focusing on the amazing life cycles, ecology, and migrations patterns of the monarch. Also, meet some monarchs up close!
August 3, 2010
Bear Essentials - Join Sheri Buller, Trees For Tomorrow Assistant Director, as she shares her knowledge and experiences about black bears. Learn about Wisconsin black bear biology, ecology, research and management.
August 10, 2010
Mushrooms: the Eminently Edible and the Definitely Dangerous - Cora Mollen and Anne Small will share their expertise on the best of the Northwoods edible mushrooms as well as the danger posed by poisonous species that share the same northern fields and woodlands. There will be discussion of how the presence of these mushrooms relates to the health and vitality of the forest environment.
August 17, 2010
Owls of Wisconsin - Learn from Trees For Tomorrow Naturalists what makes these birds so specially adapted to their environment. We'll go on not just a visual journey, but auditory as well, examining some of the most common owl vocalizations. Of course, the best teacher will be Trees For Tomorrow's LIVE education birds.
Youth Oudoor Adventure Series - EVERY THURSDAY from June 17th - August 19th
Youth ages 8-12 can enjoy a day of adventure at Trees For Tomorrow. Each program will begin at 8:30am and finish up by 4pm. YOAS cost is only $25/child per day which includes all day programming, morning snack, swim time at Silver Lake and loads of fun!! Sign-up for one or all of them! Note: lunch is not provided. Youth must bring their own bag lunch.
June 17, 2010
Junior Naturalist - Using hands-on activities and field experiences, learn about a variety of topics a naturalist would need to know. Campers will experience an adventure from aquatic ecology and water quality to plant and animal identification.
June 24, 2010
Outdoor Survival Skills - Learn the basic skills to survive the great outdoors. Construct a shelter, build a fire, purify water and much more!
July 1, 2010
Aquatic Adventures - Have a wild and wet day of learning and fun as we learn about an important natural resource, water!!!
July 8, 2010
Bird Bonanza - Figure out how birds make a living and learn about the basics of birding before exploring the land in search of our resident species. Get a close experience with the raptors that live right on campus!!
July 15, 2010
Team Building - Make new friends and immerse yourself in a day full of adventure and group challenges. The day includes canoeing, archery, GPS, a challenge course and much more!
July 22, 2010
Hook, Line and Sinker- Recognize and identify the major species of freshwater fish that live in the Northwoods. Improve your skills with fishing and create your own lure.
July 29, 2010
From Trees to Paper - Learn what it takes to become a forester by using forestry equipment, understanding forest management principles and the values of trees. Make your own paper and biltmore stick!
August 5, 2010
Radiant Reptiles and Amazing Amphibians - Come learn how to tell the difference between our cold-blooded buddies - reptiles and amphibians. Meet salamanders, snakes and turtles!
August 12, 2010
A Day as a Pioneer - Become a pioneer for the day. Campers will make crafts, cook over and open fire, dip candles, learn about the history of Wisconson's logging era and play pioneer games.
August 19, 2010
Wisconsin Mammals - Examine study mounts, pelts, skins and skulls of some common Wisconsin mammals while discussing their adaptations and natural history in Wisconsin!
Family Programs - EVERY TUESDAY 10:30 am June 15th - August 17th
Nature programs for the whole family! Join us each week in the Education Hall to learn about the plants and creatures that surround us in the Northwoods! All programs are $1.00 per person or $5.00 per family.
June 15, 2010
Basic Orienteering - Learn the parts of the compass, how to use it properly and basic orienteering skills. Apply your new knowledge and skills through games and in the field on an orientation course.
June 22, 2010
Dress a Beaver - One lucky participant will get the opportunity to dress up like a beaver as we all learn about the natural history and adaptations of North America’s largest rodent. Program also includes a craft.
June 29, 2010
Water Cycle - Hands-on experiments introduce the concepts of evaporation, condensation, precipitation and transpiration combined with becoming a water droplet in a water cycle game and craft.
July 6, 2010
Mammals of the Wisconsin - Examine study mounts, skins and skulls of some common Wisconsin mammals while discussing their adaptations. Program includes a hike in search for signs of mammal activity.
July 13, 2010
Critter Catching - Grab a dip net and go on an adventure to see what is living in the water. Learn how to identify and understand how these water-loving organisms survive.
July 20, 2010
Global Positioning Systems - Acquire basic knowledge and skills of a GPS. Then get ready for a challenging scavenger hunt using a GPS.
July 27, 2010
Wisconsin Black Bears - Learn all you wanted to know about black bears of Wisconsin with pictures, facts, a black bear skull, teeth, pelt, claws, scat and games!
August 3, 2010
How Birds Make a Living - With a hands-on demonstration, we will explore bird beaks and notice how different they are in shape and size, to assist the bird in its way of feeding.
August 10, 2010
Little Sprout - Find out how many similarities hikers and seeds have with the help of Little Sprout. Program includes a dissection of a seed and hike.
August 17, 2010
Secret Life of a Tree - Get ready to burn off some energy and gain an understanding of how the inside of a tree works. Program also includes a hands-on investigation about why life can be difficult for a tree.
SPECIAL EVENT in cooperation with the Olson Memorial Library
Thursday, August 12th - Astronomical Adventures in the Night Sky! with Frank Kovac
Astronomy program from 8:30pm-9:30pm. Star Gazing from 9:30pm-11:30pm.
Bring your blankets and warm clothes and bug spray as we will then go outside for an hour or two of viewing. The Perseid meteor showers will be in full display, along with satellites and constellations.
Kids 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Snowshoe Weaving Class
Friday, December 3 through Sunday, December 5, 2010
Learn how to weave your own pair of snowshoes or a snowshoe chair. Or make a gift for the hollidays. Either way, you will enjoy learning this art from Maggie Bishop, a skilled weaver. Cost of the class is $250.00 which includes instruction, food and lodging. Contact Trees For Tomorrow for class details at 715-479-6456.
Winter Fest
Sunday, December 5 from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm
Sleigh rides, photos with Santa, cookie decorating, hot chocolate and hot cider all add to the fun and festivities of this Trees For Tomorrow event. Activities are free to all participants, although donations are always welcome! If you would like more information, please call us at 715-479-6456.
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