fontenelle forest's november / december leaflet
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The newsletter of Fontenelle Forest.TRANSCRIPT
The Newsletter of Fontenelle Forest
November - December 2014
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Officers
Management
Directors
Honorary Trustees
Cover photograph by Fontenelle Forest volunteer Dina Barta.
Phone: 402.731.3140Web: fontenelleforest.org
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center1111 Bellevue Boulevard NorthBellevue, NE 68005
Neale Woods14323 Edith Marie Avenue
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 AssistantKeith FehrenbacherFacilitiesBetsy FinchManager of Raptor RehabilitationGary GarabrandtRangerKareen HickmanDevelopment & Volunteer AssociateCatherine Kuper Educator Denise LewisEducator/Raptor RecoveryKate Murphy Educator Tony PalmerAnimal Care TechnicianJosh Preister Ranger / FFNC Property Supervisor Alex ShiffermillerManager of Visitor ServicesBarb ShiffermillerManager of Customer Service Joan SovernsManager of Donor Relations and MembershipJanet StanderAssistant Manager of RaptorRehabilitationJamie Vann Naturalist
Joe Vavak Communications AssistantRonnie WellsManager of Events and ExhibitsAlex WilesAnimal Care SpecialistDeborah Woracek Manager of Summer Day Camps
Part-Time EducatorsKyle AndersonAmy CampagnaJulianne CarbonelleLindsay CooleyKathy FischerMichelle FossDianne GuinnTisha JohnsonSeth Krone-KeithMatt MillerJean NenemanBruce NobleGrace NoeckerTony PalmerNick SauvageauDorie StoneChelsea TaxmanChris Vosicka
Visitor Services AssistantsHelen BeebeBrian Mark ConoverBrenna Watkins
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
Member Exclusive Event
MEMBERS ONLY
• 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• 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
Nature Explorers: Turkey TrackingLearn about this big bird of the forest and follow its tracks and scat along “Ridge Trail” at Camp Brewster. Scope out a turkey roost by looking for dropped feath-ers. Enjoy a turkey snack while listening to Turkey’s Gift to the People by Ani Rucki. Please dress for the weather. For children ages 5 – 12. Registration is required.
November 221:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.CB
Nature Explorers: Celebrating Winter SolsticeOn December 21st at 5:03 PM Omaha experiences the winter solstice. There are many traditions around this longest night of the year. The Nature Explorers will listen to the story of the Oak King and the Holly King. They’ll see how acorns, holly, and mistletoe fit into that story. Then they’ll search for logs and each child will make a Yule Log to take home. For chil-dren ages 5 – 12. Registration is required.
December 131:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.CB
A Chill in the Air: Campfire ProgramAs winter approaches, let’s celebrate that chill in the air that is a part of why we love Nebraska winters! Together we will learn how different cultures keep warm (and sane) in the winter. Bring your blanket and a buddy and enjoy an outdoor evening warmed by the glow of a campfire. After the stories, join us for hot cocoa! Registra-tion is required for this program
Nature’s New Year’s EveJoin us as we celebrate the New Year with a family-friendly celebration. We will make our own noisemakers, have a bubble wrap stomp, learn what the animals do for winter, listen to a story or two, go outside for a short hike, and welcome in the year 2015 (with London time - not our time).We will have a snack and toast the New Year with hot cocoa after our outdoor ad-venture. Hurry! Registration is required. For children ages 3-12 and their families.
December 57:00p.m. - 8:00 p.m.CBMembers OnlyLeader: Michelle Foss& Tad Leeper
December 313:00p.m. - 5:00 p.m.FFNCMembers OnlyLeader: Deborah Woracek
JUST FOR CHILDREN
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. *Note: Mud Pies takes a holiday break; Check the calendar for dates.
Monday - Thursday9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Kate Murphy
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Bird ClubOur guest speaker will be Joel Jorgensen (Nebraska’s Nongame Bird Program Man-ager) who will talk about the breeding bird monitoring programs at Ponca State Park and Indian Cave State Park. The Novem-ber field trip will be the club’s traditional pre-Thanksgiving trip to Squaw Creek NWR on November 22.
November 67:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Rick SchmidMembers Only
S.U.N. (Seniors Understanding Nature) The Greening of BellevueDon Preister of Green Bellevue will pres-ent a program about how Green Bellevue and the citizens of Bellevue are leading the city’s efforts to sustainability in partnership with the city leaders. Don has been chair of the city’s Earth Day Celebrations as well as responsible for many of the Green Bel-levue programs.
November 119:45 a.m. - 11:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Catherine Kuper
Programs are listed in chronological order
PROGRAMS
FOR CLASSES REQUIRING REGISTRATION - GO TO FONTENELLEFOREST.ORG
Embark: Journey Into NatureLandforms of NebraskaNebraska has a rich geological history that is buried beneath the topsoil. This class will uncover the history of our landforms and how Nebraska came to be the land that it is today. From an inland sea to glacial till and loess deposits, we will recre-ate the geological history of Nebraska (and really, of the United States) as we delve into our past. Debbie Beck, geologist and naturalist with Fontenelle Forest, will take us on a learning expedition. This class will include a field trip to an old quarry to search for ancient fossils from when Nebraska was covered in oceans. Registra-tion is required.
Bird Banding at Aksarben AquariumGet a people’s-eye-view of our feathered friends as we capture live birds, “tag” them with tiny light-weight leg bands and release them back into the wild. Drop by any time between 9:00am and 11:00am and stay as little or as long as you like. All ages are welcome, and anyone who wishes to may touch a live bird. We welcome donations of bird seed, which can be made through Wild Birds Unlimited in Rock-brook Plaza (402.399.9976).
Stories of the Night Sky: Campfire ProgramFrom stars to settlers, animals to explorers, listen to tales of the night sky. Bring your blanket and a buddy and enjoy an outdoor evening warmed by the glow of a campfire. After the stories, join us for hot cocoa! Registration is required.
Missouri River Trail HikeJoin us for a crisp morning hike along the Missouri River. We will search for signs of beaver and bald eagles along the river, and enjoy autumn on the floodplain.
Family Sundays in the Forest: FamiliesOn FootCome and enjoy a late fall hike in the woods. We will explore the forest for animal signs and plants as they prepare for winter. Who knows what else we may find? Family activities will add to the fun. Please dress for the weather and bring water to drink.
History HikeJoin us at Camp Wakonda to hike History trail and learn about some of the amaz-ing historical events that have shaped Fontenelle Forest. The rich history of this area will be shared along the trail, from the early inhabitants to the fur trade and beyond.
Raptors... Live!This is your opportunity to come visit us and meet our amazing raptors! See and learn about these fascinating owl, hawk, and falcon wildlife ambassadors; photo-graphs are encouraged.
Family Raking DayGather your little ones and join us for a morning of fall fun. Great opportunity for families to volunteer together. We’ll end the morning roasting marshmallows and enjoying hot chocolate.
Birdseed BaublesStop in and create two edible decorations for your outdoor trees or shrubs that will not only look great, but taste great, too—at least to the birds (and probably that squir-rel) that visit your yard.
Perimeter HikeThis rare opportunity will take us on an adventure around Fontenelle Forest’s property. Whether you have been a mem-ber for years or are brand new, this hike will offer you a whole new perspective of the Forest as we trek along the outer trails. Please dress for the weather, wear sturdy boots or hiking shoes, and bring along a lunch, snack and water to last the day.
November 89:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.CBLeader(s): Elizabeth Chalen& Catherine KuperCost: $35 / Members$45 / Non-Members
November 19:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.Schramm Park SRALeader(s): Rick Schmid
November 17:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.CBLeader(s): Michelle Foss& Tad Leeper
November 29:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Jackie Sundberg
November 22:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Holly Hofreiter
November 11:00p.m.CWLeader(s): Eric Scholar
November 159:45a.m. - 10:45a.m.FFNC
November 89:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.CB
November 151:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Johnny Wells& Lisa Cuevas Jorgensen
November 168:00a.m. (All Day)FFNCLeader(s): Bob Goetschkes& Justine Marshall
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ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE FOR FF MEMBERS OR WITH GENERAL ADMISSION UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
Fontenelle Forest Animal CloseEncountersWould you like to meet Fontenelle For-est’s education animals up close? Let us introduce you to Ratatouille the Western Rate Snake, Tres, the three-toed box Turtle, Olive the soft-shelled turtle, and many more critters that reside at Fon-tenelle Forest. The first 30-40 minutes of this formal, sit-down program will enthrall you with life history information and live animal presentations. During the second half of the program, you’ll be able to stroll through live animal stations and watch a turtle eat a worm, see a turtle swimming, and feel the scales on a snake.
November 2911:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Jeanine Lackey
Hike Hidden LakeHead out on the wetland trails to get a view of Hidden Lake. This relatively flat trail will take you around the end of the marsh and through the floodplain to Hid-den Lake, where you may happen upon waterfowl and bald eagles looking for a bite to eat.
November 231:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Jackie Sundberg
Dirt Time: A Tracking AdventureLearning to track animals requires many hours in the field, often on your hands and knees, studying animal signs up close. This is the dirt time, literally time to look and dig and track in the dirt. It is only through this regular dirt time that we can hone our skills as trackers, and this is our opportunity to get together with others who are interested in learning more about the animals who call this forest home. All are welcome, and no prior experience tracking is needed. Come prepared for the weather and the great possibility of muddy or snowy boots...the more mud and snow, the easier it is to find tracks!
November 2910:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Wanda Pendley
Family Sundays in the Forest:Wildflowers of the WinterAlthough the bright blooms of summer’s wildflowers are a distant memory, they still play a vital role in the ecosystems of our forests and wetlands. Many of these amaz-ing plants will provide food and shelter for other living things all winter long. Come to the wetlands to learn what wildflowers leave behind for the winter, and how to recognize nature’s bounty even during the slower seasons.
November 301:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Joanne Langabee
Fontenelle Forest Photo ClubJeff Kurrus, NEBRASKAland Magazine editor and author, presents his new book, THE TALE OF JACOB SWIFT, a children’s photo book about Nebraska’s swift fox. Jeff will sign his books after the meeting.
November 207:00p.m.FFNC
Family Sundays in the Forest: Snakes GaloreWhen you think of winter, snakes are probably not the first thing that comes to mind. So what do snakes do in the winter? Join us to learn some of the special things that snakes do to survive the cold winters in Nebraska, and get an up close look at some of our education snakes and artifacts to learn more about these amazing crea-tures.
November 161:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Landon Wiens& Mic Burt
Bird BandingGet a people’s-eye-view of our feathered friends as we capture live birds, “tag” them with tiny light-weight leg bands and release them back into the wild. Drop by any time between 9:00am and 11:00am and stay as little or as long as you like. All ages are welcome, and anyone who wishes to may touch a live bird. We welcome donations of bird seed, which can be made through Wild Birds Unlimited in Rock-brook Plaza (402.399.9976).
November 289:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Rick Schmid
Family Sundays in the Forest: Turkey TalkWith Thanksgiving only days away, come on out to the Forest to learn more about these amazing birds that we often associ-ate with this holiday. Did you know that Turkeys can fly and roost in trees at night? What do you call a young turkey? Can you tell the difference between a male and female turkey? Let’s learn together!
November 21 - 23Neale Woods trails closed for annual deer hunt.These managed hunts are designed to control the deer population.
Turkey Day TraipseLet’s get a little fresh air and exercise before the feast (and food coma) begins! We’ll leave from the Nature Center and head down Hackberry and Hawthorn; across Childs Hollow; up Hickory to the Boardwalk; we’ll check out the views on Ridge and then finish up, once again, on the Boardwalk to the Nature Center. You’ll be grateful you came! Please note that the building will not be open, so no bathroom access will be available.
November 231:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Amberle Parkin& Bonnie Newman
November 279:00a.m. - 10:30a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen
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FOR CLASSES REQUIRING REGISTRATION - GO TO FONTENELLEFOREST.ORG
Silent Night HikeIn the natural world, interesting things often occur at and around the borders between: land and water, woodland and pasture, earth and sky, day and night. Join naturalists Sharon Draper and Tad Leeper on a silent night hike in the Forest floodplain as we explore nature’s ‘border-lands’ and observe some of the transitions that take place in and around this diverse wetlands habitat. This hike is best for adults and youth over the age of 12. Please wear appropriate winter hiking footwear and warm clothing.
December 47:00p.m. - 9:00p.m.WLC Leader(s): Sharon Draper& Tad Leeper
Bird ClubChris and Maggie Olson will review the club’s recent trip to southeast Arizona, which was led by Rick Wright. Club members are also encouraged to partici-pate in any of the many Christmas bird counts being held in December.
December 47:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Rick SchmidMembers Only
Birdseed BaublesStop in and create two edible decorations for your outdoor trees or shrubs that will not only look great, but taste great, too—at least to the birds (and probably that squir-rel) that visit your yard.
December 201:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen
Family Sundays in the Forest:Winter Solstice HikeCelebrate the first day of winter with a walk through the forest! Make the most of this, the “shortest day” of the year (light-wise) by getting outside and welcoming winter! We will walk about 3.5 miles total.
December 211:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Jackie Sundberg& Sharon Draper
Family Sundays in the Forest:Winter WalkWhat happens in the Forest during the winter? Discover the secrets of life in the winter as we search for animal signs and tracks, look for eagles along the Missouri and learn about the winter adaptations of animals and plants along the way.
December 281:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Bob Fuchs
Bird Banding at Aksarben AquariumGet a people’s-eye-view of our feathered friends as we capture live birds, “tag” them with tiny light-weight leg bands and release them back into the wild. Drop by any time between 9:00am and 11:00am and stay as little or as long as you like. All ages are welcome, and anyone who wishes to may touch a live bird. We welcome donations of bird seed, which can be made through Wild Birds Unlimited in Rock-brook Plaza (402.399.9976).
December 69:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.Schramm Park SRALeader(s): Rick Schmid
Family Sundays in the Forest:Snowshoe HikeIf you have always wanted to try snowshoes in the Forest, this hike is your perfect chance. Come try out our snowshoes and take a hike through the forest. If it doesn’t snow, we can still learn about snowshoes, and head out for a winter hike!
December 141:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall& Bob Goetschkes
S.U.N. (Seniors Understanding Nature) Glacial Creek Restoration - Allwine PrairieAllwine Prairie north of Omaha is part of the Glacial Creek watershed. Long a research site for University of Nebraska at Omaha, Allwine has been the location for many to learn how to trap small mam-mals, burn a prairie, and conduct wetlands restoration as well as a place to practice field work. Dr. Thomas Bragg and Barbi Hayes will present a program on the resto-ration of the Glacial Creek watershed that surrounds the former Allwine Prairie. Join us for this interesting program about the preservation of a native habitat.
December 99:45 a.m. - 11:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Catherine Kuper
Raptors... Live!This is your opportunity to come visit us and meet our amazing raptors! See and learn about these fascinating owl, hawk, and falcon wildlife ambassadors; photo-graphs are encouraged.
December 139:45a.m. - 10:45a.m.FFNC
Fontenelle Forest Photo ClubMember’s slide show and Potluck dinner.
December 187:00p.m.FFNC
Dirt Time: A Tracking AdventureLearning to track animals requires many hours in the field, often on your hands and knees, studying animal signs up close. This is the dirt time, literally time to look and dig and track in the dirt. It is only through this regular dirt time that we can hone our skills as trackers, and this is our opportunity to get together with others who are interested in learning more about the animals who call this forest home. All are welcome, and no prior experience tracking is needed. Come prepared for the weather and the great possibility of muddy or snowy boots...the more mud and snow, the easier it is to find tracks!
December 2710:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Wanda Pendley
December 6-10Fontenelle Forest Deer HuntNature Center and Riverview Boardwalk open. All other trails closed.These managed hunts are designed to control the deer population.
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The mass quantities of Great Horned Owl youngsters of spring have slowly given way to the usual numbers of young screech owls and kes-trels; these were followed in turn by an unusual number of young Barn Owls – 28 – notorious eaters of mass quantities of mice!
Among the more unusual patients we received in late summer were three nestling / fledgling Northern Harriers. Due to a loss of wetlands and wet meadows, harriers are increasingly uncommon. Now exercising in a flight pen, these youngsters are beautiful to watch as they maneuver on those long wings. A young Long-Eared Owl is being evaluated for flight strength since he had been fed nothing but steak for three weeks prior to admission. Hopefully the lack of calcium in his diet as he was actively growing will be overcome by a good diet of mice during his stay here.
One special youngster that arrived in early fall was a Turkey Vulture chick who may have lost his parents and arrived emaciated. Little “Vulchy” ate readily (like a pig, actually) and was soon ready for more room. He fledged in a flight pen, and when he was ready, we opened the door and placed food outside the pen. It didn’t take him long to leave. We continued to put food out in a nearby barrel for him as he gradually flew farther afield. Vulchy soon discovered Squirtsy (our resi-dent vulture) in her cage at the Rehabilitation Center. That became his favorite hangout; doing sun salutations and keeping Squirtsy company occupied much of his day. Vulchy stayed around for two weeks, taking longer and higher flights around, committing the Center to memory. One afternoon, an adult vulture flew through the yard and Vulchy fol-lowed. It was a perfect release.
Several immature Swainson’s Hawks arrived at the Center this fall, thin and hungry. Luckily, we were about to fatten them up and get them out in time for them to join their flocks on the long migration to Argen-tina. Known there as the Grasshopper Hawk, thousands of Swainson’s Hawks feed on millions of locusts, swirling through great clouds of locusts and snatching them in the air. No wonder these hawks have such fast feet!
Seasonal migrants are beginning to arrive at the Center – Sharp-Shinned Hawks, Merlins, and Ospreys. Those denizens of the tundra, the Rough-Legged Hawks, are probably not far behind. If the winter is very cold, we may even see the Arctic migrants, Snowy Owls. What’s the most numerous raptor at the Center now? Great Horned Owls. Gone are the healthy youngsters of summer; here are the more com-plicated cases of feather damage, infections, WNV, parasite infesta-tions, and long-term recoveries from serious injuries. With 111 Great Horned Owl admissions from January through September, we indeed have mass quantities of these flying tigers!
By Betsy Finch, Manager of Raptor Rehabilitation
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10November - December 2014
Fontenelle Forest welcomes you to a winter adventure of discovery where the quiet wild of nature offers an unparalleled opportunity for your child to learn. Winter Day Camps feature learning through play and are taught by FF’s year-round professional educators. Our staff is committed to providing your child with high quality, positive experiences. Whether your child creates a work of art, discovers a new world on a hike, or learns a new skill, we’re sure that they will bring home memories and knowledge that will last a lifetime.
For 2014, we have a half day camp on December 22nd and three full days of camp on December 29, 30 and 31. Register for one day.. or all of them!
2014 Winter Camps at Fontenelle Forest
Winter Camp Half DayDrop your campers off for a fun half day of camp so you can finish up your last minute shopping and preparations. We will spend our time making projects, hik-ing, playing games, and listening to stories. A snack will be provided.
December 228:30a.m. - 12:00p.m.CB
Winter Camp Full DaySign up for Winter Camp at Fontenelle Forest. Spend the day hiking, playing games, creating art, reading and listening to stories, making new friends, and exploring. Our outdoor activities will depend on the weather, we will spend some time outside each day. Please be sure to pack extra socks and mittens in case we get to play in the snow! Pack a lunch and we will bring the snacks.
December 298:30a.m. - 3:30p.m.CB
December 308:30a.m. - 3:30p.m.CB
December 318:30a.m. - 3:30p.m.CB
Visit fontenelleforest.org/camps for more information.
Camps are for children currently in 1st through 8th grade. Proof of age is required.
Registration will begin on November 17th and prices will be announced at that time. Space is limited.
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Party Where the Wild Things Live!
Make your child’s next birthday memorable by celebrating it at the Forest!
Each party includes a Naturalist led hike, games, and one very cool animal visitor (rabbit, snake, toad, salamander or turtle – it is your choice!). There will be time allotted for eating, singing, and gift-opening. Admission to Fontenelle Forest is included for all participants for that day. One adult must be present for every four children in attendance.Prices are non-refundable unless Fontenelle cancels due to the weather.
Available Dates: December 20Available Times: 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. 1:00p.m. to 3:00p.m.Location: Camp Brewster Lodge
$130.00 FF members plus $50.00 refundable cleaning deposit$150.00 non-members plus $50.00 refundable cleaning depositAges: 4-10 (12 child limit per party)
Registration required. Call Debra Beck at 402.731.3140 x1017.Registration and payment must be received two weeks in advance of party date.
Embark: Journey Into Nature
This year we are excited to offer a taste of the Embark: Journey into Nature program through a newly designed format of 5, one-day classes. Each session will focus on a different topic to help give one a better understanding of the natural and historical world around us. Each class is designed for adult learners and is limited to 24 participants. Cost for each session is $35 for members/ $45 for non-members.
Saturday, November 89:00-4:00pm Landforms of NebraskaNebraska has a rich geological history that is buried beneath the topsoil. This class will uncover the history of our landforms and how Nebraska came to be the land that it is today. From an inland sea to glacial till and loess deposits, we will recreate the geological history of Nebraska (and really, of the United States) as we delve into our past. Debbie Beck, geologist and naturalist with Fontenelle Forest, will take us on a learning expedition. This class will include a field trip to an old quarry to search for ancient fossils from when Nebraska was covered in oceans. Register online today!
Future dates:February 14 - Our Place in the UniverseMarch 14 - Ancient PeoplesApril 11 - People of Nebraska
For more details on what each individual session will cover, visit the website at www.fontenelleforest.org/embark.
Teen Natural ists!If you have a high school student who loves nature, contact Naturalist Jamie Vann at [email protected] for information on the Teen Naturalist Trainee program.
Junior Natural ists!
This new program is for students who love to explore the natural world and are entering 6th-8th grade! Come join us every second Saturday of the month - we’ll practice our outdoor skills, learn from experts, take field trips, and work on service projects. For more information and to join the e-mailing list, contact Lindsay Cooley at [email protected]
12November - December 2014
Our Favorite Speed Demon, AeroThe fastest animal on the planet lives in one of our raptor mews and her name is Aero! A Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) will go into a stoop or high speed spiral dive from extreme heights to catch up to their prey, an unsuspecting bird. When they catch up to the bird, they will punch it with their large foot and then bite the back of the bird’s neck with a specialized tomial tooth and notch system found on their beak. Death is swift and merciful. Some stoops have been clocked at more than 200 mph. To prevent any lung damage during a stoop the falcon had a rounded peg in each nostril believed to slow the intake of air. These sleek raptors are one of the larger species of falcons found in North America. They are dimorphic with the females a beautiful blue-gray and the males more brown. Both sexes have the dark malar stripe on their heads to prevent sun glare as they hunt on sunny days.
In the late 1940s Peregrines became endangered due to the use of pesticides which caused eggs to become thin-shelled and crack. Some falcons died of organochlorine poisoning from the use of the pesti-cides. Peregrines were considered among the most contaminated birds, due to their diet of birds, etc. Loss of habitat also contributed to their population declines. Fontenelle Forest Raptor Recovery was involved in the early Nebraska conservation efforts for the Peregrine Falcons in Nebraska. In 1988 seven young chicks were hacked out on the Wood-man of the World building in downtown Omaha which simulated a cliff near a river. Several more batches of chicks were hacked and by 1992 the first hatchlings were born on the downtown buildings and every year since then baby Peregrine Falcons can be seen in downtown Omaha as they learn to fly and catch their food. They feed primarily on pigeons and starlings. The Peregrine populations have increased to the point that they were removed from the Endangered List in 1999. They also nest in Lincoln on the state Capitol Building.
Aero came to us from Frisco Creek Wildlife Center in Del Norte, CO with an injured shoulder which prevents her from being released back into the wild. She arrived in 2009, her hatch year. She has gradually gotten the steel gray coloration of an adult female. She is named after the word “aerodynamic” as falcons are considered the race cars or jets of the bird world. An entertaining, personable bird, Aero always adds to our programs, usually at the top of her lungs!
Her adoption fee is $200. What a fine birthday, anniversary, or Christmas gift it would be to have your name posted on the Peregrine Falcon’s cage!
Other benefits include: Family guest pass to Fontenelle Forest & Neale Woods Nature Centers, an adoption certificate, a color photograph of your animal, an animal fact sheet including your animal’s personal story, and the knowledge that you have helped to enhance an educa-tional animal’s life.
For more information about adopting Aero or any other educational animal at Fontenelle Forest, call Deborah Woracek at (402) 731-3140 ext.1016 or [email protected].
Adopt an AnimalBy Deborah Woracek, CIG Master Naturalist
By Deborah Woracek, CIG Master Naturalist
NovemberChickadees are defending winter feeding areas and are joined by the tit-mice, White-Breasted Nuthatches, and Downy Woodpeckers. These species form the winter ‘mixed’ flocks or gangs that are so entertaining along our upland trails and around local bird feeders. Many eyes are better than just two when it comes to watching for predators and, there-fore, all of them will have a better chance of surviving the winter. Not such a bad idea for us to consider …we need to ‘mix up our flocks’ and look out for others as we look out for ourselves by giving our support to organizations like Fontenelle Forest whether by volunteering our time, visiting the forest, or simply renewing our membership. Meanwhile with the advent of early winter one can easily see which trees had squirrel activity during the summer as their leaf nests are revealed. Watch as the turkeys are circling around each other to decide who will be the ringleader of the winter gang of males. Meanwhile, the deer are still in rut with some bucks not even eating this time of year. A few late geese can be heard overhead as they journey to warmer climes where the waters don’t freeze. If you look carefully you can see the raptors as they float by up very high in the sky…it’s always a great way to test your own eyesight! Eagles are seen occasionally along the river. Our Barred Owls will call in the late afternoon and into the night. Much can be seen and heard on a quiet November walk!
DecemberNow is the time of year to ‘read’ the stories that can be found in the mud or snow along our trails. The fox leaves his calling card beside the raccoon’s signature. We can learn yesterday’s menus if we investigate the scat. The trees and bushes reveal small critter activity at their bases if one looks close enough. Chewed nuts and pods show us that the animals are switching to their winter diets. Juncos or snowbirds arrive from up north and can be seen hopping under the feeders to scratch up some seeds. They leave their tell-tale double prints in the snow and mud. Unbelievably, the fox squirrels start the courting chases along the bare branches of the trees with the females giving birth to the year’s first litter in February. We simply need to take a closer look to realize that the winter forest is a very busy place. Come, rent some snowshoes and see for yourselves.
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July 16, 2014 - September 15, 2014
CONTRIBUTIONS & SUPPORT
Benefactor($2,500+)John and Stephanie Koraleski
Distinguished Patron($1,000-$2,499)Tillman Lowrey and Cheryl TeserNeal S. and Debra Ratzlaff
Sustaining Patron($500 - $999)Jim and Dawn HammelBryan and Heather Schneider
Supporting Patron($250 - $499)Paul and Laura HeinTheodore W. JamesTerri Madison and Sarah KonigsbergRobert D. Rose and Kathleen Crawford-RoseW. Lee and Carol Rowe
Patrons($150 - $249)Steve Carson and Selaba TravisBruce and Sharon ClawsonJason and Kristen DorseyGary and Irene EcklundTracy A. and Rebecca GiesSteve and Debora GoebelVirginia GrissomRobert and Suzanne HasiakTheresa S. HatcherMichael T. HayduskaDavid and Nicole KaufmanBryan and Melissa KenneyHarold and Alice KosowskyJerry and Kathy MonsonRoland PeschelPatricia ReganLarry and Diane ShackmanRichard H. and Carolyn SielingAngela and Jose VelezTom and Sue Weidner
DonationsAmerica First FoundationGary BeckRonald and Mary BeggMichael Flood
Paul & Oscar Giger FoundationGeorge HaddixGrace E. HansenFred Hawkins, Jr.Gilbert M. and Martha H. Hitchcock FoundationNancy HultquistBruce Lauritzen and Gerry Morrow LauritzenTeresa and Thomas LombardThomas and Cindy McGowanAnn PapeMarilyn and Bill RishelKyle ScheefAnne SchmidCarol and Pat SchusterRachel SimpsonPatricia SmithKen and Ann StinsonJennette and Michael StollJordan StoughAlan and Angie Williamson
Corporate and Foundation Giving
Audubon Society of OmahaDell - Your Cause, LLCFF Bird ClubGoddard SchoolMerck Partnership For GivingMetLifeMichael Forsberg GalleryNotre Dame SistersOmaha Schools Foundation
A Special Thank You to Our Donors& SponsorsCatholic School ProgramAn Education Program for Students in the Omaha Archdiocese Friend of the Forest
Environmental ExpeditionaryLearning InitiativeAn Education Program for Western Hills Mag-net CenterLincoln Financial Foundation
Erosion Abatement & Restoration ProjectJim and Mary HawkinsLozier Foundation
Nebraska Environmental TrustPapio-Missouri River Natural Resource DistrictR. Joe Dennis Foundation
Free Forest AdventuresDr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Memorial Foundation Forest SustainerBlack Walnut Friend of the Forest Methodist Health System Sarpy County TourismShagbark Hickory J. William and Ruth Lind Scott Fund Kiewit Companies Foundation
WebologyAn Education Program for Omaha Public School Fourth Grade StudentsOmaha Schools Foundation
H2Omaha: Missouri River Science Education Initiative An Education Program for Omaha Public School Fifth Grade StudentsOmaha Schools FoundationWilliam Leopard Charitable Lead Trust Interpretive Trail Kiosk SponsorBob and Evelyn Veach Foundation
Youth Environmental Education ProgramGFH and SAH FoundationH. Lee and Carol Gendler Charitable FundLawrence R. and Jeanette James FoundationMammel Foundation The Miller FoundationRobert H. Storz Foundation
14November - December 2014
CONTRIBUTIONS & SUPPORT
Volunteer Appreciation Day!You are Invited to Fontenelle Forest’s Volunteer Appreciation Day! All Fontenelle Forest Volunteers and their families are invited to at-tend. Join us for lunch, a short program, volunteer appreciation, and special activities just for you. Visit fontenelleforest.org/volunteer to register
Sunday, November 912:30 – 3:00 p.m.Fontenelle Forest Nature Center
Volunteers needed for Managed Deer Hunts. Get a jump start on addressing your holiday cards or catch up on your Netflix queue while volunteering as a Deer Sentry! Each year, staff members alongside community volunteers conduct managed deer hunts on properties owned by Fontenelle Forest. These hunts aim to control the deer population for the health of the forest as well as the deer.
Fontenelle Forest is seeking volunteers to serve as Deer Sentries to be stationed at key posts along roads leading to the deer hunt sites. This important role helps ensure the safety of our visitors by not allowing them to enter the trails while hunting is in progress. Sign up individu-ally or with a friend.
Volunteers are needed on the following dates to serve as Deer Sentries. There are two shifts available for all dates—8:00am-12:30p.m. and 12:30p.m.-5:00p.m.
Neale Woods November 21, 22, 23 Fontenelle Forest December 6 - 10
Current Volunteers To sign up for any of these volunteer activities:Sign up online at www.fontenelleforest.org/volunteerEmail: [email protected] Call: 402-731-3140 x1024
Want to get involved as a volunteer? Please contact Kareen Hickman at [email protected] or 402-731-3140 x1024.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities and Events
Saturday, November 1 – 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Teacher Naturalist Training
Saturday, November 1 – 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.Volunteer Land and Trail Stewardship workday
Saturday, November 8 – 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 am Family Raking Day at Camp Brewster. Great opportunity for families to volunteer together. We’ll end the day roasting marshmallows and enjoying hot chocolate.
Saturday, November 15 – 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Eastern Nebraska Raptor Relay Team Volunteers – save the date for November 15th for an Orientation and Raptor Handling Training. Watch your mailbox and email for more information on this upcom-ing training exclusively for you.
Saturday, December 6 – 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Teacher Naturalist Training
Wednesday, December 31 – 3p.m. – 5p.m. Nature New Year’s Eve – Help create a wonderful nature-themed New Year’s Eve experience for children here at Fontenelle Forest. Volunteers are needed during the event as well as helping with set up from 1pm – 3pm. Also, do you like to prepare crafts and activities? Volunteers are needed during the two weeks leading up to the event to help prepare for the event
Volunteer News
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Patty AlbrightMary Lou AlfieriJennifer AllowayAurora AlvarezMaria BaglieriTerry BangsCatherine BarmettlerJennifer BarteltLouise BauckJames BeebeRichard BehrensJudith BellAlexis BoulosJoAnne BowdenAmy BrownJennifer BrummundEric BrusterMichael BurkeAngi BurmeisterMic BurtStaci CahisJulianne CarbonellMartha CarlisleFrank CarnabyCasey CarrellMary ClausenJess ConroyJessica CoviKathleen Crawford-RoseSue CullersDawn Daniel-ConlonKristi DavisBob DinslageShannon DombrowskiSharon DraperAmy DuboiseDavid DvorakLorraine EggerMarty ElftmannJonathan EwanykNelli FalzgrafMindy ForalRobert FuchsConnor FurchertGrant GlazerBob GoetschkesSusan GrafBetty GrenonDianne GuinnJaisa Gutierrez
Andrea GuttaPaul HalburMichael HamiltonKris HammondJean HankinsRuss HankinsJon HansenBlake HatfieldJim HawkinsBill HennigarRoger HildebrandtLisa HoffmanBrett HommeJessica HouchenCamille HussmannDennis HynesLois InskeepChristine JacobsenJeannette JamesGary JohnsonIngrid JohnsonLisa JorgensenClem KlaphakeMarge KnudsenJennifer KoomSandra KovandaJeff LaceyHeidi LaClairJoanne LangabeeEmily LauritzenGerry LauritzenTad LeeperKristin LewisJulie LiakosTillman LowreyJustine MarshallMartha MaysJerry McenteePeggy McGowanSarah McGowanDean McVickerSara MeierKate MurphySusan NemerBonnie NewmanAmy OdenThomas OlsharkCarole O’NeilVickie OrrJane Palmer
Joseph PalmerAmberle ParkinAmy ParksEan PatrickWanda PendleyJulie PetersonLinda PlockSusan PolingJeanne PricerLinda RamosDebra RatzlaffTiffany ReganMegan RingenbergTodd RiversAndrew RobertsChris RobieRobert RoseJulee SauerLevi ScheppersConnie SchmeeckleRick SchmidEric ScholarChristine Schulte
Kathleen SchweryChris ScovilleJoni ShawKatherine SimmonsWilliam SmockPeter SojkaThomas StalnakerLibby StilesCarl StonerookJackie SundbergVern ThroopJoe TroubaRochelle TroubaRay TurkleBridget TynanJoseph VannJeff VossKaren WagonerCathy WatsonJohnny WellsRobert WellsMaryKate WrayMaddie Zellars
Thank you to our many talented volunteers. Your work at Fontenelle Forest helps provide a place where people can experience and enjoy thequiet wild of nature! Thank you for volunteering from July - September 2014.
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PAIDOmaha, NE
Permit No. 679
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center
1111 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 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: 402.731.3140 Email: [email protected] Web: fontenelleforest.org Find us on:
GENERAL INFORMATION
November 21 - 23Neale Woods trails closed for annual deer hunt.
December 6-10Fontenelle Forest deer hunt. Riverview Boardwalkis open. All other trails are closed.