fontenelle forest's july/august leaflet
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The Newsletter of Fontenelle ForestJuly - August 2014
LEAFLET
2June - July 2014
Officers
Management
Directors
Honorary Trustees
Staff
Phone: 402.731.3140Web: fontenelleforest.org
Fontenelle Forest Nature CenterFontenelle Forest Nature Center1111 Bellevue Boulevard NorthBellevue, NE 68005
Neale WoodsNeale Woods14323 Edith Marie AvenueOmaha, NE 68112
INFORMATION
STAFF
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
To provide a place where people can experience and enjoy the quiet wild of nature.
We want to inspire current and future generations to care for the natural world.
OUR MISSION
To be a national leader in environmental stewardship and education and the region’s premier nature center
OUR VISION
Jim Hawkins \ President Paul Halbur \ President-Elect Julee Sauer \ Secretary Levi Scheppers \ Treasurer Thomas D. Stalnaker \ Advisor
Angela AthyCatherine M. BarmettlerAngela L. BurmeisterAnn ChristiansenToba Cohen-DunningDavid M. DvorakLorraine A. EggerMike HamiltonJon T. HansenChristine Jacobsen
Gary D. JohnsonHoward J. KaslowGerry LauritzenTad LeeperJulie LiakosSarah McGowanSusan NemerAthena RamosTodd RiversRobert D. Rose
Laura Lenarz Shiffermiller | Executive DirectorChristi Churchill | Director of DevelopmentGene Ericson | Director of Facilities Jeanine Lackey | Director of Research & StewardshipRick Schmid | Director of Operations Brad A. Watkins | Director of Communications
Debra Beck NaturalistJim BeebeRanger / NWNC Property Supervisor Elizabeth ChalenManager of Programming and OutreachLinda Dennis Education AssistantKareen HickmanDevelopment AssociateBetsy FinchManager of Raptor RehabilitationGary GarabrandtRangerCatherine Kuper Educator Denise LewisEducator/Raptor RecoveryKate Murphy Educator Josh Preister Ranger / FFNC Property Supervisor Alex ShiffermillerVisitor Service SupervisorBarb ShiffermillerManager of Customer Service Joan SovernsManager of Donor Relations and MembershipJanet StanderAssistant Manager of RaptorRehabilitationJamie Vann Naturalist Joe Vavak Public Relations Assistant
Jordyn WalkerAnimal Care TechnicianRonnie WellsExhibits, Special Projects, and Events CoordinatorAlex WilesAnimal Care SpecialistDeborah Woracek Manager of Summer Day Camps
Part-Time EducatorsPart-Time EducatorsKyle AndersonAmy CampagnaJulianne CarbonellLindsay CooleyKathy FischerMichelle FossDianne GuinnSeth Krone-KeithMatt MillerJo MurrayJean NenemanBruce NobleDorie StoneChris Vosicka
Visitor Services AssistantsVisitor Services AssistantsHelen BeebeBrian Mark ConoverBrenna WatkinsNick Woodard
Mogens BayGeorge F. HaddixNeal C. HansenRhonda A. and Howard L. HawksGerry and Bruce LauritzenMarilyn MammelNancy and Mike McCarthyCynthia C. and Thomas F. McGowanAnn PapeWalter Scott, Jr.Ann Stinson
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As a Fontenelle Forest Member, your benefits include:• FREE admission to Fontenelle Forest and Neale Woods for 12
months ◊ 26 miles of marked trails within the extraordinary Loess Hills ◊ Two wheelchair accessible boardwalks with Missouri River and wetland views ◊ Diverse ecosystems, hidden lakes, and rare wildflowers ◊ A premier birding location with over 246 recorded species ◊ Family-friendly exhibits ◊ Acorn Acres: A forest playscape with nine exploration areas ◊ Habitat Hollow for indoor play and learning ◊ Unique entertainment options: critter encounters, guided hikes, children’s programs
Membership Benefits
Membership Update
MEMBERS ONLY
Use your Fontenelle Forest membership card to get discounts at local attractions across the metro. For more information, go to facebook.com/metroartspass. Visit or contact the featured organizations below to take advantage!
A reminder that July marks the end of our transition year to reusable membership cards. This means only new members to the Forest will receive new cards. Renewing members’ information will be updated electronically and their card will reflect their information. We are proud (and you should be too!) to promote conservation and recycling. Thank you for being members!
Deal Alert - Metro Arts & Culture Pass
Mark Your Calendars
Joslyn Art MuseumJoslyn Art Museum10% off Cafe Durham
The Arts Center of Iowa Western The Arts Center of Iowa Western Community College Community College
Buy one ticket get one free to September Performance TBD
Lauritzen Gardens Lauritzen Gardens $1 off Admission and Tram combo
JULYJULY AUGUSTAUGUST
• FREE members-only events and other programming• 10% discount at The Gift Shop at Fontenelle Forest• Subscription to Fontenelle Forest’s newsletter “The Leaflet”• Free or discounted admission to over 100 nature centers nation-
wide through ANCA• Every time you visit, two of your guests can receive ½ priced
admission• Monthly discounts at attractions across the metro area with the
Metro Arts and Culture Pass• Discounts on Winter and Summer Camps• Access to trails before and after hours
For more details and information, please visit our website at fontenelleforest.org /membership
MEMBER APPRECIATION MONTH
OCTOBER 1 - 31NEBRASKA SHAKESPEARE, TRICK OR TREAT IN THE FOREST,
BEER ON THE BOARDWALK, ENLIGHTEN MEMBER PREVIEW, AND MORE
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Mud Pies Mud Pies Drop by to explore nature activities with your child. One adult is required for every two children. A different natural science topic is introduced each week through in-teractive stations within “Habitat Hollow”.Check the calendar at fontenelleforest.org to learn the weekly topic. This program is for children ages 5 and younger.
Monday - Thursday9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.Begins August 25FFNCLeader(s): Kate Murphy
Children’s Yoga Children’s Yoga Bring your yoga mat and your little ones with you for this relaxing and refreshing yoga session in the forest. This class features easy, fun poses designed for chil-dren of all ages.
July 610:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Children’s Yoga Children’s Yoga Bring your yoga mat and your little ones with you for this relaxing and refreshing yoga session in the forest. This class features easy, fun poses designed for chil-dren of all ages.
July 2010:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Children’s Yoga Children’s Yoga Bring your yoga mat and your little ones with you for this relaxing and refreshing yoga session in the forest. This class features easy, fun poses designed for chil-dren of all ages.
August 310:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Children’s Yoga Children’s Yoga Bring your yoga mat and your little ones with you for this relaxing and refreshing yoga session in the forest. This class features easy, fun poses designed for chil-dren of all ages.
August 1710:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Nature Explorers: WillyWoggsNature Explorers: WillyWoggsCome meet Willy Wogg the frog and learn the basics of kayaking. Children ages 5 – 7 with an adult will kayak first while their older siblings explore the stream on a frog hunt.
Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with your family at noon.
In the afternoon the older children ages 8 – 12 will kayak while the younger children learn about Willy Wogg and his friends.
Chris and Walt Vosicka are certified American Canoe Association instructors. Smaller kayaks for young children will be provided. Registration required. Limit 5 adults/5 children per session. If register-ing for both sessions - use discount code FAMILY to receive a $5.00 discount.
July 12Session 1 - Ages 5-7 w/Adult10:00a.m. - 11:30a.m.Session 2 -Ages 8-12 w/Adult12:30p.m. - 2:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Kate Murphy, Chris & Walt Vosicka$10.00/Adult -FF member$5.00/Child -FF member$17.00/Adult -non-member$12.00/Child -non-member
Wild Summer Days Wild Summer Days Each week a different topic will be ex-plored through centers, animal visitors, walks, and outdoor play. Topics will be announced on our web site. For ages 11 and younger. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Wednesday & Friday9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCNo sessions July 2 & 4Ends August 1Leader(s): Kate Murphy
Nature Explorers -Nature Explorers -Believe it or Not! Believe it or Not! The Nature Explorers will discover some very strange and incredible creatures that call the forest home. You may not believe what you see! Ages 5 - 12. Registration required.
August 301:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.CBLeader(s): Deb Beck & Kate Murphy
JUST FOR CHILDREN
FOR CLASSES REQUIRING REGISTRATION - GO TO FONTENELLEFOREST.ORG
July - August 20145
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE FOR FF MEMBERS OR WITH GENERAL ADMISSION UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
Yoga in the ForestYoga in the ForestJoin us for an hour long vinyasa style yoga class, surrounded by nature, designed to de-stress and relax you. This beginner’s class will feature the sounds of the forest as your soundtrack as you move towards complete wellness. Please bring your own yoga mat.
July 69:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Yoga in the ForestYoga in the ForestJoin us for an hour long vinyasa style yoga class, surrounded by nature, designed to de-stress and relax you. This beginner’s class will feature the sounds of the forest as your soundtrack as you move towards complete wellness. Please bring your own yoga mat.
July209:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Family Sundays in the Forest:Family Sundays in the Forest:A Return To Solitude with Nature PoetryA Return To Solitude with Nature PoetryPoets have always looked to nature for inspiration in their writing. During this program we will read and discuss several nature-themed poems before going on a brief walk through the forest. Perhaps you will be inspired to write some poetry of your own! This program is perfect for anyone who thinks they might appreciate an afternoon of nature and poetry.
July 61:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Grant Glazer
Family Sundays in the Forest:Family Sundays in the Forest:Mammals of the ForestMammals of the ForestFoxes, rabbits, deer and many other mam-mals call Fontenelle Forest home. This program will explore the many mammals of the Forest through skins, skulls and other artifacts. Stop by to touch and see these amazing examples of mammal life.
July 131:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Amberle Parkin
Family Sundays in the Forest:Family Sundays in the Forest:All About HawksAll About HawksIf you like hawks, then this is the program for you. With live birds on hand, you can learn about specific adaptations of these amazing birds that help them be the great hunters that they are. This is a great oppor-tunity to get a close-up view of a hawk, take photos, and even talk with raptor handlers.
July 201:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNC
Programs are listed in chronological order
PROGRAMS
Friday Night (Twi)LightsFriday Night (Twi)LightsWhat better way to start the weekend than with a spring twilight hike in the Wetlands. Come and experience the sights and sounds of this unique ecosystem: is it set-tling in for the night…or just waking up?
July 117:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen
From the Last Glacier Era to the From the Last Glacier Era to the European Settlers in Fontenelle ForestEuropean Settlers in Fontenelle ForestCome join naturalist Clem Klaphake on a hike on History Trail and learn about the complex history of this area. The hike will entail walking 1.5 miles in hilly terrain. Wear appropriate clothing and walking shoes. This hike is most appropriate for those 12 and over.
July 1210:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.CWLeader(s): Clem Klaphake
Kayaking on the Great MarshKayaking on the Great MarshIf you have ever wanted to try kayaking, or are just looking for an opportunity to get out on the Great Marsh in a kayak, Fontenelle Forest and Woggworks Kayak-ing will be offering kayaking rentals this summer. We will have 10 kayaks available per hour. For ages 12 and older. Registration is required.
July 5Session 1 - 10:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.Session 2 - 11:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$10.00/hr - FF members$17.00/hr - non-members
Kayaking on the Great MarshKayaking on the Great MarshIf you have ever wanted to try kayaking, or are just looking for an opportunity to get out on the Great Marsh in a kayak, Fontenelle Forest and Woggworks Kayak-ing will be offering kayaking rentals this summer. We will have 10 kayaks available per hour. For ages 18 and older. Registration is required.
July 16Session 1 - 9:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.Session 2 - 10:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$10.00/hr - FF members$17.00/hr - non-members
55+ Frog Walk & Kayak55+ Frog Walk & KayakTake a hike through Pond and South Stream trails to learn about and search for Frogs or Toads of the wetlands. Then we will take a kayak and head out on the water to look along the reeds and back in the waterways of The Great Marsh. Bring a picnic lunch for afterwards at the Wetlands Learning Center if you’d like. Registration is required and is limited to 10 kayaks.
July 19 10:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$10.00 - FF members$17.00 - non-members
Strolling the BoardwalkStrolling the BoardwalkThis leisurely stroll will take us on the Riv-erview Boardwalk, where we can view the Missouri River from the 3rd loop. We’ll learn a little forest history; stop, look, and listen; and relax while we do it.
July 19 10:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Susan Graf
6June - July 2014
FOR CLASSES REQUIRING REGISTRATION - GO TO FONTENELLEFOREST.ORG
Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Turtle or Tortoise?Turtle or Tortoise?Ever wonder what the difference is between a turtle and a tortoise? IS there a difference? And what do we have living here in Nebraska, or in the Forest itself? Through artifacts and animal examples, we will explore these questions and more.
July 271:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Mic Burt
Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Plants of Fontenelle ForestPlants of Fontenelle ForestJoin our Teacher Naturalist to learn about the plants and wildflowers found grow-ing along some of Fontenelle Forest’s most popular trails. There will be a short children’s learning activity before we take to the trails. This is a beginner’s level hike suitable for all ages.
August 31:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: TrackingTrackingThe wetlands are teeming with life, so do you ever wonder what stories can be found in the soil? Through exploring the animal tracks and signs left behind, the lives of many animals of the forest and wetlands can unfold in front of you. We will hike the trails in search of the hidden (and sometimes not so hidden) secrets of animal life!
August 101:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Wanda Pendley
Over 55 Forest WalkOver 55 Forest WalkWe all spend too much time on comput-ers and indoors under fluorescent lights, or texting and watching TV (often texting while watching TV). Walking encourages you to step away from your desk and step back out into nature. Walk through the woods to enjoy and notice the changes in the forest as summer progresses. Share the quiet of nature only a short drive from the city as we explore the local ecology and geology in a serene setting. Join us for this walk, and not only will your understanding of the environment will improve , but your productivity and positivity will as well.
July 3110:00a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Dennis Hynes
Let’s HikeLet’s HikeWant to hike some of the lesser known trails of the Forest and get a whole differ-ent view of the Wetlands? This naturalist-led hike will start off at the wetlands building, and head up through Mormon Hollow and down Signal Ridge for a great exploration of these less-traveled trails.
July 2610:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen
Kayaking on the Great MarshKayaking on the Great MarshIf you have ever wanted to try kayaking, or are just looking for an opportunity to get out on the Great Marsh in a kayak, Fontenelle Forest and Woggworks Kayak-ing will be offering kayaking rentals this summer. We will have 10 kayaks available per hour. For ages 18 and older. Registration is required.
July 22Session 1 - 9:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.Session 2 - 10:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$10.00/hr - FF members$17.00/hr - non-members
Kayaking on the Great MarshKayaking on the Great MarshIf you have ever wanted to try kayaking, or are just looking for an opportunity to get out on the Great Marsh in a kayak, Fontenelle Forest and Woggworks Kayak-ing will be offering kayaking rentals this summer. We will have 10 kayaks available per hour. For ages 12 and older. Registration is required.
August 3Session 1 - 1:00p.m. - 2:00p.m.Session 2 - 2:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$10.00/hr - FF members$17.00/hr - non-members
Strolling the WetlandsStrolling the WetlandsThis leisurely stroll will take us down the Wetlands Boardwalk to get a great view of the marsh. We’ll start at the Learning Center and we’ll head out to the blind while we stop, look and listen - and even learn a little. Don’t forget the bug spray!
August 2 10:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Susan Graf
Yoga in the ForestYoga in the ForestJoin us for an hour long vinyasa style yoga class, surrounded by nature, designed to de-stress and relax you. This beginner’s class will feature the sounds of the forest as your soundtrack as you move towards complete wellness. Please bring your own yoga mat.
August 39:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
Friday Night (Twi)LightsFriday Night (Twi)LightsWhat better way to start the weekend than with a summer twilight hike in the Wet-lands. Come and experience the sights and sounds of this unique ecosystem: is it settling in for the night…or just waking up?
August 87:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen
Writing HikeWriting HikeExplore the sights and sounds of the forest through the lens of writing! Poet, teacher, and Master Naturalist Jeff Lacey will lead you on a trek through the forest, with stops for guided writing along the way. This is a great chance to brush off your writing skills and to celebrate the forest with your own prose or poetry in a community of writers. All ages are welcome. The hike will stick primarily to the boardwalk.
August 910:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Jeff Lacey
55+ Dragonfly Walk & Kayak55+ Dragonfly Walk & KayakThe wetlands are home to many kinds of Dragonflies. During this program we will begin to understand the importance of the Dragonfly to the marsh, as well as what species we can identify by Wetlands pond. Then we will head down to kayak out to see where they like to fly in the Great Marsh. Registration is required and is limited to 10 kayaks.
August 910:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$10.00 - FF members$17.00 - non-members
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ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE FOR FF MEMBERS OR WITH GENERAL ADMISSION UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Wildflowers in the WetlandsWildflowers in the WetlandsJoin us as we search the wetlands for wildflowers. Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Joanne Langabee will lead you on a walk to learn which wildflowers call the floodplain and marsh home. We may also find some waterfowl or other animals that live amongst these wildflowers.
August 241:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Joanne Langabee
Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Dipping in the WetlandsDipping in the WetlandsJoin us at the Wetlands Learning Center to learn which macroinvertebrates can be found in the pond. Using nets and strain-ers we will discover the amazing world that thrives in the water. Dragonfly larva, riffle beetles and snails, oh my! This hands-on afternoon will give you a whole new per-spective on what’s in the water!
August 311:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Dianne Guinn & Wanda Pendley
Insect ClubInsect ClubBabs and Loren Padelford will present a program on the habits and characteristics of the various wasp species found in our area.
August 287:00p.m.FFNC
Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Wildflowers of SummerWildflowers of SummerExplore the wildflowers of the prairie and forest as we walk over to Camp Brewster and visit the restored prairies on this prop-erty. Late summer is a bountiful time in the prairie. Many grasses and other plants are in full bloom, butterflies and bees are buzzing around, and the area is full of life.
August 171:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Eric Scholar
Yoga in the ForestYoga in the ForestJoin us for an hour long vinyasa style yoga class, surrounded by nature, designed to de-stress and relax you. This beginner’s class will feature the sounds of the forest as your soundtrack as you move towards complete wellness. Please bring your own yoga mat.
August 179:00a.m. - 10:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall
All About FalconsAll About FalconsIf you like falcons, then this is the program for you. With live birds on hand, you can learn about specific adaptations of these amazing birds that help them be the great hunters that they are. This is a great op-portunity to get a close-up view of a falcon, take photos, and even talk with raptor handlers.
August 1610:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.FFNC
Constellation Night HikeConstellation Night HikeJoin us on an evening hike to listen to sounds of the forest and prairie with view-ing of the mid-summer night sky constel-lations at the end. Bring binoculars if you have them to view some deep sky objects. If cloudy, we will hike anyway, but no constellation viewing.
August 227:30p.m.NWNCLeader(s): Bob Fuchs
Let’s HikeLet’s HikeCome explore the floodplain and the hills as we trek through some of the less-explored terrain of Fontenelle Forest. We will meet at the Wetlands Learning Center, and take off down Cottonwood trail through the floodplain. In Mill Hol-low we will meet up with Oak trail, and head up through the hills and back past Camp Logan Fontenelle. The road will lead us home from this hike that is sure to get your heart pumping and put a smile on your face.
August 2310:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen
Mammals on the WingMammals on the WingBats are the only mammals in Fontenelle Forest that can fly. They capture our imag-ination for this and many other reasons. Join us for a night hike on the Fontenelle Forest floodplain as we learn about and seek out these amazing nocturnal Forest inhabitants. Note: Wear long pants and sturdy footwear. Bring water and insect repellent. This hike is best suited for those 12 and older.
August 147:30p.m. - 9:30p.m.WLCLeader(s): Tad Leeper & Sharon Draper
Over 55 Forest WalkOver 55 Forest WalkWe all spend too much time on comput-ers and indoors under fluorescent lights, or texting and watching TV (often texting while watching TV). Walking encourages you to step away from your desk and step back out into nature. Walk through the woods to enjoy and notice the changes in the forest as summer progresses. Share the quiet of nature only a short drive from the city as we explore the local ecology and geology in a serene setting. Join us for this walk, and not only will your understanding of the environment will improve , but your productivity and positivity will as well.
August 2110:00a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Dennis Hynes
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10June - July 2014
FONTENELLE FOREST GUILDFeather Our Nest Fundraiser…A Huge Success!Feather Our Nest Fundraiser…A Huge Success!Fontenelle Forest Guild Raises Funds for Youth Environmental Programs
Fontenelle Forest (FF) Guild exceeded their support goals with their annual fundraiser held at the Livestock Exchange Building on Friday, April 25. Feather Our Nest 2014 invited attendees to “celebrate the past, take pleasure in the present, and prepare for the future” with a centennial theme. This event supports the youth environmental education programs which bring over 30,000 children to the Forest each year.
The festivities began with a silent auction, scotch tasting, and hors d’oeuvre during which nearly 400 guests were greeted by birds of prey from Fontenelle Forest’s Raptor Recovery. Guests were welcomed to the dining area at 7:30pm featuring tablescapes with live trees, fresh tulips, tree “cookies”, and vintage photographs. A slide show featured historical and current pictures of FF’s one hun-dred year history. Laura Shiffermiller, FF Executive Director, praised both Gary Garabrandt, the evening’s honored individual and the Nebraska Land Trust, the evening’s honored organization, in her opening remarks for their contribution and connection to the mission of Fontenelle Forest.
The Feather Our Nest 2014 leadership committee was Jen Bartelt, Emily Lauritzen, and Kristin Lewis, event chairs; Sarah Mc-Gowan, Guild President; Laura Shiffermiller, FF Executive Director; Christi Churchill; FF Director of Development; Kareen Hick-man, FF Development Associate; and Brad A. Watkins, FF Director of Communications.
L to R - Event Chairs Emily Lauritzen, Kristin Lewis, and Jen Bartelt
L to R - Bob Dinslage, Gary Garabrandt, and James Beebe. Mr. Garabrandt was the event’s Honored Individual
A Forest of trees welcomed guests.
L to R - Clark, Emily, Gerry, and Bruce Lauritzen
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FEATHER OUR NEST SPONSORSThank You Infinitely for your Friendship and SupportThank You Infinitely for your Friendship and Support
Centennial - $10,000
Trailblazer - $5,000Friend of the Forest
Marianne & Fred Hawkins, Jr.
Steward - $2,500+Gerry & Bruce Lauritzen
OPPDDebra & Neal Ratzlaff
Laura & William Shiffermiller FSFraserStryker®Attorneys at law, since 1898
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Founding - $1,914 Naturalist - $1,000+Altus Architectural Studios
Berkshire & Burmeister Law Offi ces Ann & Dennis Christiansen
Mary Coady-Leeper, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist Mary & Jim Hawkins
Emily & Clark LauritzenOmaha Schools FoundationOriental Trading Company
RDG Planning & DesignDenese & Thomas Stalnaker
Kate & Leonard SommerTax Help, LLC & O’Malley Financial Services
Union Pacifi c
Sharon & Randy BlackburnCornhusker Motor ClubCox Communications
J.E. DunnSudbeck Homes
Kristin & Chuck LewisBeth & Jerry Smith
Nancy & John WebsterWells Fargo
12June - July 2014
“Exploring a sense of place (this bio region we call home) has been an enlightening study. Lying in a tall grass prairie, standing in the center of an earth lodge or sifting through a fossil bed were a few of the events that entwined my spirit with the history of our local natural world. This was truly a rewarding adventure.”- Westy - Embark Participant, 2012-13
“Embark is such an eye-opening experience! This journey out into the natural world has allowed me insights and an understanding that I could not have gotten from just reading a book or journeying alone.” - Theresa -Embark Participant 2013-14
Fontenelle Forest is pleased to offer our THIRD season of this popular adult class! Em-bark: Journey Into Nature is a program designed to deepen one’s relationship with the natural world by combining information, field study and other experiences. Through presenters and storytellers, field trips, nature journaling and integrative activities, participants will gain a greater sense of what the natural world has to offer.
Embark is looking for 15-18 adults, 18 years and older, with a desire to explore the natural world. These 9 full-day sessions will be held on the second Saturday of each month, running from September 2014 to May 2015. The program is $275 per person, with a $50 non-refundable deposit due by August 15, 2014.
To learn more visit fontenelleforest.org/embark Applications are available online, and the deadline for applying is August 1st. If you have questions, contact Elizabeth Chalen at [email protected] or call 402.731.3140 x1026.
By Deborah Woracek, Master Naturalist
JulyJulyHikers will follow the animals’ lead and become more crepuscular to avoid the midday humidity and heat. But then dusk and dawn are great times to be on the trails. July offers us a variety of happenings from painted turtle nests to young warblers and turkeys learning the ways of their lives. In the insect world, the cicada killers are on the prowl while ladybugs are in masses on some plants…eating aphids…making more ladybugs? Our late bloomers such as the American lotus, Jerusalem artichoke, golden glow, white snakeroot and swamp milkweed appear at various times in July telling us that summer is beginning to wind down. The Goldfinches finally build their nest while other birds like Cardinals may be working on nest number two. Shorebirds can also be seen in our wetlands as they begin their long journey south.
AugustAugustBeautiful black and yellow orb spiders sway in the hot August winds while guarding their giant webs along our trails. Huge Cecropia moth caterpillars will spin their winter-home cocoons. At the end of August, the purple of the asters will be added to the yellows of the goldenrod and wingstem which are blooming now along with other summer blos-soms. The forest will fill up with birders with binocs. pointing up to see the latest visiting birds. The early migratory Monarch butterflies may also float past our hikers.
Joslyn Art Museum and Fontenelle Forest are partnering to offer classes that take inspiration from the Forest. To register or learn more, please visit joslyn.org/education/classes/adult-and-teen-classes/
Wilderness StudiesWilderness StudiesWednesdays: July 2, July 9, 16, 23, 30; 6-8:30 pm; at Fontenelle ForestGallery Tour: Sunday, June 15; 1:00 pm at Joslyn Art MuseumMuseum & Forest Members: $88; General Public: $98
Join us as we trek the trails of Fontenelle Forest and learn to use a variety of media to capture first-hand views of the forest, wetlands, and prairie. Inspired by Thomas Moran’s visit to Yellowstone we’ll learn to use watercolors, pastels, and charcoal while on the move in the wilderness. Instructor: Ron Sykes
Landscapes: Shooting for the CanvasLandscapes: Shooting for the CanvasThursdays: July 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21; 6-8 pmGallery Tour- Sunday, July 13; 1 pm at Joslyn Art MuseumFirst class session to be held at Fontenelle Forest.Joslyn Members: $105; General Public: $115
This special class will combine basic photography instruction with an introduction to oil painting. Students will start with a camera at Fontenelle Forest, receiving instruction from both a photography and a painting professional, to frame and capture views of the woods to use later in the studio. Back at Joslyn, we’ll discuss ideas of compositional design then edit and combine elements of our photos to create ideal-ized views of nature in a finished oil painting.Instructor: Jim Ferguson & Martie Wagner
Natural Selections
Art and the Forest Embark: Journey into Nature
Journey Into NatureEmbark
13June - July 2014
Free Fl ightBy Betsy Finch, Manager of Raptor Rehabilitation
Final FlightsFinal FlightsWhen this Bald Eagle arrived at the Center in March of 1999, he was very ill. The fractured ulna he had sustained from a gunshot was eas-ily healed; the lead poisoning he was suffering from was much more serious. Unable to stand or feed himself, the eagle required intensive care in order for him to recover. After 3 months, he was able to feed himself. But the lead took its toll on his brain and eyesight, and he never regained the full eagle awareness he would need to survive free. We received permission to keep him, and named him Remington. His plumage was of a third-year bird in 1999. Remington wowed audiences everywhere with his size and beauty, and was a great ambassador for his kind.
Around two years ago, Remington began to experience episodes of convulsions, from which he recovered in a few days. Whether they were a result of the initial lead poisoning he had, or a sequelae of West Nile Virus, is unknown. Both of our eagles contracted WNV in 2002 when it swept the state. Remington’s most recent episode was much more severe; by evening we had managed to quiet the convulsions. The next morning he was dead. It was the first day of spring, March 20, 2014, almost fifteen years to the day he arrived into our lives. He was eighteen years old. Skywalker has been featured many times in Free Flight over the years. His history in Nebraska began in 1977, when he came to the Ager Memorial Zoo in return for a female Golden Eagle FFRR transferred to the San Francisco Zoo. He had lost the tip of one wing and a toe to a bullet as an adult. When the Ager Zoo closed in 1988, RRN received an Eagle Exhibition Permit, and Skywalker became ours to care for. He instantly became everyone’s favorite. He lived with me outside Lincoln until 1995, and then was with several other volunteers until we could build him new quarters in Elmwood in 1999.
Skywalker loved to sing; he responded to almost everything that called-geese, owls, springtime-with his wonderful, lilting call. The only times he was silent were in 2002 when he almost died from WNV and in 2004 when cataracts rendered him almost completely blind. A veteri-nary ophthalmologist removed the cataract from one eye, and gave the bird a new lease on life. But he was older- much older- than we thought. By this spring he was back to singing again, but was beginning to slow down. He stopped eating and after a brief illness, Skywalker died in my arms on May 5th, 2014. We can only guess that his age was around sixty years. We are still grieving the loss of these two wonderful eagle ambassadors who touched so many people with their calm demeanors and regal presences. We were privileged to have been their caretakers for so many years, and take comfort in the fact that they lived peacefully here. They sing as messengers for the Great Spirit now, and sometimes, on a calm day, I catch the faint sound of a lilting song high above.
By Deborah Woracek, Master Naturalist
Rusty, the Red-tailed HawkRusty, the Red-tailed HawkRusty, our Red-tailed Hawk is our adoptee this issue. Rusty was found near Ravenna, NE in 2003. She was very emaciated and missing a wing-tip. Rusty was brought to Raptor Recovery where it was discovered she had been illegally shot! Rusty has the most ‘regular’ coloration usually found in a mature Red-tailed Hawk.
Red-tailed Hawks are one of the most common hawks found in North America. Their range spreads across the country as settlers arrived and changed the landscape. These broad-winged hawks weigh from 2 to 4 pounds and have a 3 ½ to 4 ft. wingspan. They prefer the edge of woods that have large clearings in them as they hunt in open areas. They can also be found in almost any open country. In fact, the only part of North America that doesn’t have Red-tailed Hawks is in the high arctic and unbroken forest areas.
There are 16 recognized subspecies of Red-tailed Hawks with the Har-lan’s (dark morph) & the Krider’s (light morph) looking the most differ-ent than a ‘regular’ Red-tailed Hawk. These medium-sized raptors hunt by swooping down from a perch. When they dive they have their feet in front of them, very different from the stoop of the Peregrine Falcon! Red-tailed Hawks will eat rodents, rabbits, squirrels, reptiles, and have been known to follow a hunting badger to capture prey that the badger stirs up. They nest in tall trees, making a large nest of branches lined with evergreens and bark. The pair mate for life and will rotate among
several nests in their territory. A Great-Horned Owl pair will also use a Red-tailed Hawks’ nest. The hawk eggs are laid in March or April with 1 to 3 eggs in a nest. A Red-tailed Hawk usually gets their red tail after her first or sec-ond molt. The young have band-ed or striped tails. The females can be up to 25% larger than the males. It is estimated that the species population is numbering around 1 million. Similar species are Swainson’s Hawks and Red-shouldered Hawks.
We thought Rusty was a male due to her small size for a Red-tailed Hawk but she proceeded to build a nest one spring, something that males don’t do! Her adoption fee is $200.
What a fine birthday or anniversary gift it would be to have your name posted on the Red-tailed Hawks cage! Other benefits will include:• Family guest pass to Fontenelle Forest Nature & Neale Woods • An adoption certificate• A color photograph of your animal• An animal fact sheet including your animal’s personal story• Knowledge that you have helped to enhance an educational
animal’s life
For more information call Deborah Woracek at (402) 731-3140 ext.1016 or [email protected].
Adopt an Animal
14June - July 2014
March 16, 2014 - May 15, 2014
CONTRIBUTIONS & SUPPORT
Distinguishing PatonDistinguishing Paton($1000 - $2499)($1000 - $2499)John and Marty Elftmann, Jr.John and Marty Elftmann, Jr.
Sustaining PatronSustaining Patron($500 - $999)($500 - $999)Steve and Christine MendlikSteve and Christine MendlikRick and Marjorie SchmidRick and Marjorie Schmid
Supporting PatronSupporting Patron($250 - $499)($250 - $499)Jack T. and Lynne J. BaldwinJack T. and Lynne J. BaldwinSally BekinsSally BekinsPaul Dizona and Andrea FelberPaul Dizona and Andrea FelberShawn Dontigney and Mandy WallarShawn Dontigney and Mandy WallarC E. HeaneyC E. HeaneyLawrence R. and Jeannette JamesLawrence R. and Jeannette JamesJames and Karen LinderJames and Karen LinderMargaret SandlierMargaret SandlierTeresa SwaffordTeresa SwaffordThomas ThalkenThomas ThalkenKevin and Nancy VaughanKevin and Nancy VaughanShawn Dontigney and Mandy WallarShawn Dontigney and Mandy WallarChristine WebsterChristine WebsterAndrew and Meredith WeitzAndrew and Meredith Weitz
PatronsPatrons($100 - $249)($100 - $249)Chad and Katie BauerlyChad and Katie BauerlyJason and Lisa BruceJason and Lisa BruceMatthew BurkeMatthew BurkeGerald J. and Denise A. BurkeGerald J. and Denise A. BurkeWill and Melissa EbyWill and Melissa EbyWilliam and Barbara FitzgeraldWilliam and Barbara FitzgeraldBarbara J. HauptmanBarbara J. HauptmanHal D. and Mary HolounHal D. and Mary HolounRobert J. and Mary Ellen HuckRobert J. and Mary Ellen HuckTodd J. and Jayne D. HuttonTodd J. and Jayne D. HuttonJohn and Carolyn JacobsonJohn and Carolyn JacobsonMatt and Jessica JakshaMatt and Jessica JakshaMark and Elizabeth JohnstonMark and Elizabeth JohnstonGary and Sally KaplanGary and Sally KaplanK. Wayne and Carole LainofK. Wayne and Carole LainofElizabeth McInerneyElizabeth McInerneyJohn D. and Susan MoylanJohn D. and Susan MoylanMurray and Sharee NewmanMurray and Sharee NewmanRobert and Rebecca O’HanlonRobert and Rebecca O’HanlonDon and Kate OstdiekDon and Kate OstdiekRoger and Marty PagelRoger and Marty PagelAl and Cindy ReyerAl and Cindy ReyerDebra J. RombergerDebra J. RombergerPatrick and Jeanne SalernoPatrick and Jeanne SalernoRobert and Jeanne SchultzRobert and Jeanne Schultz
Merryellen T. SchulzMerryellen T. SchulzR G. SeiterR G. SeiterLonnie ShumateLonnie ShumateHal SornsonHal SornsonThomas and Carol SvolosThomas and Carol SvolosGordon and Joy WatanabeGordon and Joy WatanabeBrian and Jennifer WilsonBrian and Jennifer WilsonElizabeth WinklerElizabeth Winkler
DonationsDonationsRonald and Jane AhlschwedeRonald and Jane AhlschwedeAmerica First FoundationAmerica First FoundationTracey BuettnerTracey BuettnerSara BushSara BushFrank and Katherine CarnabyFrank and Katherine CarnabyBeth DeanBeth DeanGreg and Jan DobeshGreg and Jan DobeshShawn Dontigney and Mandy WallarShawn Dontigney and Mandy WallarRobert and Karron FolkerRobert and Karron FolkerDonald W. and Ruth FrazeeDonald W. and Ruth FrazeeJack FredrichsonJack FredrichsonPaul & Oscar Giger FoundationPaul & Oscar Giger FoundationScott and Kari GravesScott and Kari GravesFred Hawkins, JrFred Hawkins, JrJanet HerringJanet HerringGilbert M. and Martha H. Hitchcock Gilbert M. and Martha H. Hitchcock Foundation FoundationJenny LambrechtJenny LambrechtJames McCormickJames McCormickMary McKeighanMary McKeighanCarol and Michael McMurtryCarol and Michael McMurtryGreg and Carol PalmierGreg and Carol PalmierAnn PapeAnn PapeEdward and Kimberly PearceEdward and Kimberly PearceE. and Andrea PetersonE. and Andrea PetersonNeva PruessNeva PruessAmy and Jon RouseAmy and Jon RouseAnne SchmidAnne SchmidKen Schroeder and William GriffinKen Schroeder and William GriffinJeanette SinramJeanette SinramKirk and Vanessa StrodtmanKirk and Vanessa Strodtman
Corporate and Foundation GivingCorporate and Foundation GivingIndigo Bridge BooksIndigo Bridge BooksUnion Pacific Fund for Effective GovernmentUnion Pacific Fund for Effective Government
TributesTributesIn Memory of Joan L. FlowersKawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A.
In-Kind GiftsIn-Kind GiftsAnderson Printing
A Special Thank You to Our A Special Thank You to Our Donors & SponsorsDonors & Sponsors
Catholic School ProgramCatholic School ProgramAn Education Program for Students in the An Education Program for Students in the Omaha Archdiocese Omaha Archdiocese Friend of the ForestFriend of the Forest
Embark: Journey Into NatureEmbark: Journey Into NatureSisters of Mercy West Midwest CommunitySisters of Mercy West Midwest Community
Environmental Expeditionary Environmental Expeditionary Learning Initiative: Learning Initiative: An Education Program for An Education Program for Western Hills Western Hills Magnet CenterMagnet CenterTom and Mary Jetton Charitable Fund Tom and Mary Jetton Charitable Fund Lincoln Financial FoundationLincoln Financial Foundation
Erosion Abatement & Restoration ProjectErosion Abatement & Restoration ProjectJim and Mary HawkinsJim and Mary HawkinsLozier FoundationLozier FoundationNebraska Environmental TrustNebraska Environmental TrustPapio-Missouri River Natural Resource DistrictPapio-Missouri River Natural Resource DistrictR. Joe Dennis FoundationR. Joe Dennis Foundation
Free Forest AdventuresFree Forest AdventuresDr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Memorial Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Memorial Foundation Foundation
Forest SustainerForest SustainerBlack WalnutBlack Walnut Friend of the Forest Friend of the Forest Methodist Health System Methodist Health System Sarpy County Tourism Sarpy County TourismShagbark HickoryShagbark Hickory J. William and Ruth Lind Scott Fund J. William and Ruth Lind Scott Fund Kiewit Companies Foundation Kiewit Companies Foundation
WebologyWebologyAn Education Program for Omaha Public An Education Program for Omaha Public School Fourth School Fourth Grade StudentsGrade StudentsOmaha Schools FoundationOmaha Schools FoundationWells FargoWells Fargo
H2Omaha: Missouri River Science Education H2Omaha: Missouri River Science Education Initiative Initiative An Education Program for Omaha Public An Education Program for Omaha Public School Sixth Grade StudentsSchool Sixth Grade StudentsOmaha Schools FoundationOmaha Schools FoundationWilliam Leopard Charitable Lead Trust William Leopard Charitable Lead Trust Interpretive Trail Kiosk SponsorInterpretive Trail Kiosk SponsorBob and Evelyn Veach FoundationBob and Evelyn Veach Foundation
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Youth Environmental Education ProgramYouth Environmental Education ProgramH. Lee and Carol Gendler Charitable FundH. Lee and Carol Gendler Charitable FundLawrence R. and Jeanette James FoundationLawrence R. and Jeanette James FoundationThe Miller FoundationThe Miller FoundationRobert H. Storz FoundationRobert H. Storz Foundation
VolunteersVolunteersThank you to our many talented volunteers. Your work here at Fontenelle Forest helps provide a place where people can experience and enjoy the quiet wild of nature!
Thank you for volunteering from April – May 2014.
Patty AlbrightPatty AlbrightJennifer AllowayJennifer AllowayAlex AspiazuAlex AspiazuVilma BaluyotVilma BaluyotJennifer BarteltJennifer BarteltPenny BartholomewPenny BartholomewLouise BauckLouise BauckCassie BaumCassie BaumHelen BeebeHelen BeebeJames BeebeJames BeebeRichard BehrensRichard BehrensJudith BellJudith BellShawn BengtsonShawn BengtsonJim BrentlingerJim BrentlingerAmy BrownAmy BrownJennifer BrummundJennifer BrummundAlexis BulosAlexis BulosMichael BurkeMichael BurkeMic BurtMic BurtJulianne CarbonellJulianne CarbonellPete CarbonellPete CarbonellFrank CarnabyFrank CarnabyThomas ChausseeThomas ChausseePamela CheeverPamela CheeverDolan CollinsDolan CollinsJessica CoviJessica CoviAmanda DanaAmanda DanaDawn Daniel-ConlonDawn Daniel-ConlonKristi DavisKristi DavisBob DinslageBob DinslageShannon DombrowskiShannon DombrowskiJenny DoyleJenny DoyleSharon DraperSharon DraperChufan DuChufan DuAmy DuboiseAmy Duboise
Heather EfawHeather EfawMarty ElftmannMarty ElftmannAmber FaheyAmber FaheyNell FalzgrafNell FalzgrafGina FeelyGina FeelyJessica FeinsteinJessica FeinsteinMindy ForalMindy ForalRobert FuchsRobert FuchsJody GalataJody GalataEfrain GalvanEfrain GalvanBob GoetschkesBob GoetschkesSusan GrafSusan GrafDianne GuinnDianne GuinnJaisa GutierrezJaisa GutierrezAndrea GuttaAndrea GuttaKris HammondKris HammondJean HankinsJean HankinsRuss HankinsRuss HankinsAmanda HarveyAmanda HarveyJason HarveyJason HarveyBlake HatfieldBlake HatfieldRoger HildebrandtRoger HildebrandtKristin HoffmanKristin HoffmanLisa HoffmanLisa HoffmanBrett HommeBrett HommeJohn HowellJohn HowellNatalie HuntleyNatalie HuntleyCamille HussmannCamille HussmannDennis HynesDennis HynesLois InskeepLois InskeepJenny JanesJenny JanesKelly JeffreysKelly JeffreysIngrid JohnsonIngrid JohnsonChristian JonesChristian JonesLisa JorgensenLisa Jorgensen
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PAIDOmaha, NE
Permit No. 679
Fontenelle Forest Nature CenterFontenelle Forest Nature Center1111 Bellevue Boulevard North, Bellevue, NE 68005
• Hours: Open daily, 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Closed December 25 & January 1
• Trails open dawn to dusk for FF members. Non-mem-
bers admitted before close have trail access until dusk
Admission: Fontenelle Forest members FreeOne Day Membership $7 Adult | $6 Senior (62+)| $5 Child (2-17)
Neale WoodsNeale Woods14323 Edith Marie Avenue, Omaha, NE 68112• Trails open year round, dawn to dusk
• Nature center CLOSED for renovation
Admission:Fontenelle Forest members FreeOne Day Membership $5 Adult | $4 Senior (62+) | $3 Child (2-17)
Phone:Phone: 402.731.3140 Email:Email: [email protected] Web:Web: fontenelleforest.org Find us on:Find us on:
GENERAL INFORMATION
Coming October 25, 2014