May Saturday, May 23 Lakes Alive! Exhibit Open House At the Museum, we’ve been asking "What life lurks beneath our lakes?” Dive in! to the Museum’s 2015 exhibit, “Lakes Alive!” and find out! Explore the cycles, systems, and mysteries that connect lakes with uplands, and you with lakes. You’ll never look at lakes the same way again. Stop by the Museum to celebrate and learn more between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Donations accepted. Thanks to Coop’s Pizza for sponsoring our fish tank!

June

Saturday, June 6 Nature Lab Drop in between 10:00 a.m. and noon to discover something new! Tuesday, June 9 Youth Photography Class Learn the basics of good photography and close observation of nature by “framing” with local photographer, Dale Thomas, and Naturalist Emily Stone. Kids ages 8-12 can join us from 12:30-3:30 p.m. for outdoor photography and indoor photo critique. Simple digital cameras will be provided for the class. Hone your skills and then enter the Living Light Photography Contest! This program is free, but please register with the Museum by June 8. Presented in memory of Seddie Cogswell.

Wednesday, June 10 Wooden Based Leaf Bowl Basket Class (Adult Naturalist Program) Join instructor Jean Carryl to craft this fabulous bowl with an

8 inch wooden bottom and forest green spokes as accent. It uses a chase weave to add a swirl throughout the basket and is topped off with wrought iron handles. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Museum. Space is limited. Register by June 3. $37 member/$42 non-member. If you can’t attend, a kit will be provided for you. Wednesday, June 10 Forest Lodge Update Come celebrate and learn more about the future of Forest Lodge! Northland College President Mike Miller will share the global and local impacts of activities at the Center for Freshwater Innovation with our community. 6:30 p.m. at the Museum. Refreshments. Friday, June 12 Kayak the Namekagon River with a Naturalist Learn the basics of paddling and explore the “Hotel Namekagon” with Naturalist Elsa Hansen. Discover those that call, or have called, this river home. Beginners and experienced paddlers alike are welcome. Meet at the Museum at 12:00 p.m. Return by 4:00 p.m. Space is limited. Register by June 10. $37 member/$45 non-member.

Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas Join Museum Naturalists and guest experts to put your love of birds to work and learn to birdwatch in a new way by closely observing bird behavior. The Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas is a comprehensive field survey from 2015-2019 that documents the distribution and abundance of breeding birds. Add your name to the list, and we’ll contact you when our birders are going “atlasing.” Sign up with emily@cablemuseum.org.

Connecting YOU to the Northwoods!

Hatha Yoga at the Museum: Mondays, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Join Joan Shumway for an exploration of yoga asana, whether you are new to yoga or have been practicing for many lifetimes. All ages and stages welcome! Please bring your own mat. June 22-August 10. Registration required. Cost is $80 member/$100 non-member for the eight week series or $12 member/$15 non-member per class.

Living Light Photography Contest This photo contest invites people of ALL ages to get outside and observe things in their natural light. We encourage photographers to focus on living things and natural processes powered by the Sun, and highlighted by interesting light. Photos must be taken between June 1, and August 31, 2015. Photos must be submitted by August 31, 2015. Visit our website for more information. Presented in memory of Seddie Cogswell, with generous support from James Netz Photography.

Live Raptor Programs Meet the Museum’s live education raptors in person! Aldo the American Kestrel, Carson the Red-tailed Hawk, or Theo the Great Horned Owl will teach you all about the amazing world of raptors. 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, July 8 through August 26. Please come early to find a seat. Donations accepted.

Impromptu Programs Sometimes nature doesn’t follow a schedule. “Like” us on Facebook, and receive 24-48 hours notice on exciting impromptu programs like stargazing, wildflower hikes, birdwatching, raptor programs, kids’ activities, visiting experts, and more!

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Page 2 Cable Natural History Museum 2015 Summer Calendar of Events Monday, June 15-Saturday June 20 Wisconsin Master Naturalist Volunteer Training The WIMN Volunteer Training Course is a 40-hour series of classes and field trips. The course covers geology, ecology, plant communities, wildlife, interpretation, water, water life,

and human impacts through lectures and field trips with local experts. Become a certified naturalist! Register by May 27. Cost is $250. For info and to register visit www.wimasternaturalist.org. Saturday, June 20 Cable Garden Fest: Gardens for water and wildlife! Gardens are much more than a source of vegetables, fruits, and pretty flowers. From providing food for pollinators to filtering water, gardens benefit many. Join Museum Naturalist, Elsa Hansen, to tour the Museum’s various gardens and learn more! 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Museum. Donations accepted. Saturday, June 20 Cable Garden Fest: Raptor Program Raptors are excellent pest control agents for any garden. Come meet one of the Museum’s live education raptors in-person, and learn about their amazing lives. 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the Museum. Please come early to find a seat. Donations accepted.

Thursday, June 25 Forest Lab Intermediate Program: Bird Banding Birds are amazing! Have you ever wanted a closer look?

Young adults ages 12-18 can join Jim Bryce to capture and band birds from 8:00-10:00 a.m. at the Leonard Schoolhouse Road bridge south of Cable. Meet at the Museum by 7:30 a.m. if you’d like to carpool. Please register for this free program by June 24.

Friday, June 26 Natural Play Area Playgroup in the Garden Plant some seeds. Watch things grow. Develop a taste for

adventure. Kids ages 3-6 and their family can experience the Cable Community Farm’s Growing Together Garden. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at 13765 Perry Lake Road in Cable. Registration by June 25 is appreciated. $5 member/$7 non-member per family. Friday, June 26 The 17th Annual NW Wisconsin Lakes Conference Come to Drummond, learn all about our lakes, and attend Naturalist Emily Stone’s “Lakes Alive!” slideshow. For more information and to register, visit www.wisconsinlakes.org.

Saturday, June 27 Vegetable Gardening 101 at the Cable Community Farm This workshop will be a combination of classroom work

and hands-on learning in the Growing Together Garden. Matt Cogger, the UWEX horticulture agent for Ashland and Bayfield Counties, will discuss topics such as healthy garden soil, early summer garden management, and weed and pest control. 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the Cable Community Farm. Email katie@cablecommunityfarm.org for more info. All experience levels are welcome. Free! Saturday, June 27 Introduction to Geocaching at the NGLVC What happened to following the north star? Join Elsa Hansen, Museum Naturalist, to explore the new way of navigating with a GPS. We’ll start with the basics, then hit the trail for a geocaching adventure, finding hidden treasures in the local area using GPS. Meet at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland, WI, at 10:00 a.m. and return by noon. Dress for the weather. Space is limited. Register by June 25, by calling the NGLVC at 715-685-9983. $5 per person.

July

Wednesday, July 1 Joseph Jenkins Lecture Series: Living with Lakes— How healthy are our lakes and how much do we care? Dr. Randy Lehr, the newly appointed Mary Griggs Burke Distinguished Professor of Environmental Science and Management and Co-director of the Center for Freshwater Innovation at Northland College, will share results from a series of ongoing research projects measuring the ecological health of North Country lakes and discuss implications for our region. 7:00 p.m. at the Cable Community Centre. Sponsored by Henry and Jodi Kingdon. Donations accepted. Thursday, July 2 Lake Owen Pontoon Tour Emily Stone, Museum Naturalist, will bring to life Lake Owen’s natural history as you tour the lake on a pontoon boat. Learn about eagles, loons, and what lies beneath. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m., return by noon. Space is limited. Registration is required. $35 member/$40 non-member. Saturday, July 4 Come watch the Junior Naturalists in the 4th of July Parade at 11:00 a.m.! The Museum will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 7 — Thursday, July 9 Forest Lab Intermediate Program: Paddle the Namekagon Join us for fun, rapids-running, fishing, and river ecology on

this two night/three day canoe trip on the Namekagon River for paddlers ages 12-18 years old with some experience. Whitewater skills will be taught by an experienced guide from Lost Creek Adventures. All paddling, camping, and fishing gear is provided by the National Park Service, and a NPS Ranger will give an evening campfire program. Young adults can really hone their wilderness skills as they carry all their gear and food down the river with them. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Return by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. Space is limited. Register by July 1. $10 per student. Wednesday, July 8 Joseph Jenkins Lecture Series: Frogs On and Around Your Lake Eleven different and very unique species of frogs live in and around the lakes, rivers and wetlands of Western Wisconsin. Join John Haack, UWEX Natural Resources Educator, to learn frog calls and fun facts about frogs. 7:00 p.m. at the Cable Community Centre. Sponsored by Henry and Jodi Kingdon. Donations accepted. Friday, July 10 Natural Play Area Playgroup Jump over logs, build bird nests, and look outdoors for new discoveries. Kids ages 3-6 and their family can experience the Museum’s new Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area with Sue Thurn. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at 43135 Randysek Road in Cable. Drop-ins are welcome, but registration by July 9 is appreciated. $5 member/$7 non-member per family. Friday, July 10 Kayak the Namekagon River with a Naturalist Learn the basics of paddling and explore the “Hotel Namekagon” with Naturalist Elsa Hansen. Discover those that call, or have called, this river home. Beginners and experienced paddlers alike are welcome. Meet at the Museum at 12:00 p.m. Return by 4:00 p.m. Space is limited. Register by July 8. $37 member/$45 non-member. Friday, July 10 — Saturday, July 11 A Night at the Museum Sleepover As the doors close and the lights dim, get ready to explore the Museum after dark. Activities include a guest appearance by Theo (our resident Great Horned Owl), owl pellet dissections, a night hike, and a bedtime snack. Children ages 8-12 can arrive from 6-6:30 p.m. Friday evening and get picked up Saturday morning by 8:30 a.m. after a simple breakfast. Space is limited. Register by July 6. $25 member/$35 non-member.

The Forest Lab Intermediate Program (FLIP) is a series of programs for students in grades 6-12. Students will practice hands-on science and gain exciting skills.

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Cable Natural History Museum 2015 Summer Calendar of Events Page 3 Friday, July 10 Owl Prowl Join Naturalist Susan Thurn on a nighttime hike to learn about the natural history of Wisconsin’s owls and try calling in barred owls. Meet at the North End Trailhead at 8:00 p.m. to learn more about nature’s best mouse trap and maybe see or hear one up close! Donations accepted.

Saturday, July 11, Native Plant Workshop at the Cable Community Farm Join Sarah Boles, native plant expert and owner of Northern Native Plantscapes, as we create a native plant

garden that is designed to attract pollinators. We will discuss the varieties of plants that are most beneficial to our area and get our hands dirty planting over 200 native plants to create a beautiful new garden space at the Cable Community Farm. 9:00-11:00 a.m. Email katie@cablecommunityfarm.org for more info. Free!

Tuesday, July 14 Forest Lab Intermediate Program: Snorkeling the River Join a National Park Service Ranger to explore the depths of

the Namekagon River. Through jungles filled with monsters and dangerous predators (on the mini-scale), this is an adventure you don’t want to miss! Young adults ages 12-18 can meet at the Museum at 1:00 p.m., return by 3:30 p.m. This program is free, but please register by July 13. Wednesday, July 15 Dinner with a Wine Expert Join Dr. Erica Hannickel, associate professor of environmental history at Northland College and author of Empire of Vines: Wine Culture in America, for engaging dinner conversation at the Rivers Eatery. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Then see her lecture at the Cable Community Centre. Wednesday, July 15 Joseph Jenkins Lecture Series: Midwestern Grapes…and Wine! Long before the Napa Valley came to prominence, in the two decades before the Civil War, Cincinnati was America’s wine-growing capital. Dr. Erica Hannickel, associate professor of environmental history at Northland College and author of Empire of Vines: Wine Culture in America, will share little-known American grape stories, debunk a few wine myths, and outline some of the features of today’s Midwestern wine renaissance. 7:00 p.m. at the Cable Community Centre. Sponsored by Henry and Jodi Kingdon. Donations accepted. Thursday, July 16 Loon Pontoon on Lake Namakagon Learn amazing facts about these ancient birds and the beautiful lakes where they live while touring Lake Namakagon on a pontoon boat. Museum Naturalist Emily Stone will share stories about the facts and fantasies behind this Northwoods icon. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m. and return by noon. Space is limited. Registration is required. $35 member/$40 non-member. Thursday, July 16 Lake Association Exhibit Social Local lake association members do much to keep our lakes healthy for everyone’s benefit. Lake association members from Ashland, Bayfield, and Sawyer Counties may join us for a special viewing of the “Lakes Alive!” Exhibit, and enjoy networking with folks from other lakes. Refreshments. 5:00-7:00 p.m. RSVP by July 9.

Friday, July 17 Printing with Natural Dyes (Adult Naturalist Program) Anna Carlson, professional artist and textiles/apparel designer, likes to create an environment where learners can experiment, make mistakes, and have fun. She designs for industry and

individuals, and creates visual art using a wide range of printing and dyeing techniques. View her work at www.annacarlson.com. Join her from 9:00 a.m.-noon at the Museum to explore printing with natural dyes. Anna will provide silk screens for printing haiku poetry, and you may add leaf-prints if you wish. Bring a white or light-colored, well-washed cotton or silk fabric item to print on, or purchase a silk scarf or dish towel at the class. Email Anna if you have questions about the item you want to bring: annacarlsondesign@gmail.com. Space is limited. Register by July 7. $45 member/$50 non-member. Friday, July 17 Introduction to Geocaching What happened to following the North Star? Join Elsa Hansen, Museum Naturalist, to explore the new way of navigating with a GPS. We’ll start with the basics, then hit the trail for a geocaching adventure, finding hidden treasures in the local area using GPS. We will meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 1:00 and return by 3:00 p.m. Register by July 15. $10 member/$15 non-member. Saturday, July 18 Loon Population Survey Every five years since 1985, LoonWatch has conducted a one-day loon survey on a pre-selected group of lakes to estimate the size and distribution of Wisconsin's Common Loon population. This information is then used to estimate the number of breeding adults and the number of chicks produced. Over time, the survey tells us the trend in the state's loon population-whether it is stable, increasing or declining. Join Naturalist Emily Stone for a canoe-powered loon counting session at North Twin Lake east of Cable. Meet at 8:00 a.m. at North Twin Lake and finish by 10:00 a.m. Register by July 17. There will be a rain date on July 25, if needed.

Saturday, July 18 Rivers Are Alive with the National Park Service Explore the world of the Namekagon River with the National

Park Service. Step into the river with nets and discover what lies beneath the water’s surface. Bring water shoes and dress for getting wet! Meet at the Cable Wayside Landing, Hwy 63. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 18 Live Raptor Program at the NGLVC Meet one or more of the Museum’s live education raptors in person! Aldo the American Kestrel, Carson the Red-tailed Hawk, or Theo the Great Horned Owl will teach you all about the amazing world of raptors. 10:00-11:00 a.m. At the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland, WI. Please come early to find a seat. Donations accepted. Sunday, July 19 Celebrate the Forest Lodge Library’s 90th birthday! The Forest Lodge Library will be celebrating with a block party on the CNHM/FLL grounds from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 21 Forest Lab Intermediate Program: Electro-Shocking Science Just how do scientists study fish in our area lakes and rivers?

Frank Pratt, retired Fisheries Biologist from the Wisconsin DNR, will teach us about a research method called electro-shocking used to survey fish populations. Be prepared to get wet! Young adults ages 12-18 can meet at the Museum at 1:00 p.m. and return by 3:00 p.m. Space is limited. Please register for this free program by July 17.

Page 4 Cable Natural History Museum 2015 Summer Calendar of Events Wednesday, July 22 Joseph Jenkins Lecture Series: Visionary Conservation: The International Crane Foundation For 40 years and throughout much of the world, the International Crane Foundation (ICF) has been committed to saving cranes and ecosystems, watersheds, and flyways on which they depend. Learn how ICF identifies and advances emerging conservation leaders to help cranes and their landscapes. Discover the 15 crane species of the world through beautiful photographs, personal stories, intriguing science, and an engaging discussion with Cully Shelton, Interpretive Programs Manager at ICF. 7:00 p.m. at the Cable Community Centre. Sponsored by Henry and Jodi Kingdon. Donations accepted. Thursday, July 23 Lake Owen Pontoon Tour Museum Naturalist Emily Stone will bring to life Lake Owen’s natural history as you tour the lake on a pontoon boat. Learn about eagles, loons, and what lies beneath. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m., return by noon. Space is limited. Registration is required. $35 member/$40 non-member. Friday, July 24 Birding by Kayak on the Namekagon River Bring your eyes, ears and sense of adventure for a morning paddle down the Namekagon River with Museum Naturalist, Elsa Hansen. Learn the basics of paddling and then set off to search for the feathered inhabitants of the river. Beginners and experienced paddlers (and birders) are welcome. Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 8:00 a.m. Return by 12:00 p.m. Space is limited. Register by July 22. $37 member/$45 non-member. Saturday, July 25 Bobbysocks & Blue Suede Shoes Cable Natural History Museum Summer Benefit Dust off your saddle shoes and break out the sock hop or greaser garb! Have a blast and get back to the 50’s at this year’s Summer Benefit! Food, auction, and live music held under a beautiful tent on Lake Owen. Silent auction, food & drink begin at 5:00 p.m. Live auction and music by The Rockin Hollywoods to follow. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Museum at 715-798-3890. Childcare is available. Registration is required. Please call for details.

Tuesday, July 28 Forest Lab Intermediate Program: Treasures of the Secret Bog

Carnivorous plants, hidden gems, and 10,000 years of history await us in the Secret Bog. Wear your grubby shoes or mud boots, and bug spray for this adventure! Young adults ages 12-18 can meet at the Forest Lodge Nature Trail at 1:00 p.m., return by 3:00 p.m. This program is free, but please register by July 27. Wednesday, July 29 Dinner with Naturalist and Author, John Bates Join John Bates, author of Graced by the Seasons and A Northwoods Companion for engaging dinner conversation at the Rivers Eatery. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Then see his lecture at the Cable Community Centre! Wednesday, July 29 Joseph Jenkins Lecture Series: The Far Side of Wildlife Ecology The Big Bang, natural selection, population dynamics, adaptations, reproductive strategies, animal behavior, wildlife management, etc. Here's Wildlife Ecology 101 through the comic lens of Far Side, Calvin and Hobbes, and others. Laugh your way to knowing more about wildlife while you're paddling. John Bates, local naturalist and author will present at 7:00 p.m. at the Cable Community Centre. Sponsored by Henry and Jodi Kingdon. Donations accepted. Thursday, July 30 A Nature Walk with John Bates Join a Northwoods author on an exploration of nature, poetry, and prose. Expect a short walk, beauty, and inspiration. Register by July 29. Call 715-798-3890 to find out where we’ll meet. 9:00-11:00 a.m. $5 member/$10 non-member.

Thursday, July 30 Wild Edible and Natural Body Care Workshop Join Yulia Welk, local wild-crafter extraordinaire and Naturalist Intern Mollie Kreb, for a fun and informative program. Learn about local plants that can feed your body and soul. Create a product to take home! 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Museum. Register by July 28. $10 member/$15 non-member, plus a small materials fee depending on what you make. Friday, July 31 Natural Play Area Playgroup — Fairy House Day! Build fairy houses made of bark, moss, and other natural objects. Look outdoors for new discoveries. Kids ages 3-6 and their family can experience the Museum’s new Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area with Sue Thurn and Vivianne Hanke. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at 43135 Randysek Road in Cable. Drop-ins are welcome, but registration by July 29 is appreciated. $5 member/$7 non-member per family. Friday, July 31 “New Light under the Surface” Opening Reception Join us for the opening of the “New Light under the Surface” exhibit from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Museum. This exhibit engaged at-risk youth through nature photography in the Namekagon River and St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. Armed with waterproof cameras, high-powered lights, wetsuits, snorkel gear, and more than a little grit, the young men of Northwest Passage have spent recent months trailblazing a new realm experienced by incredibly few. It has been a photographic journey of discovery, hope and healing. Their stunning photographs are showcased in this touring exhibit. Ben Thwaits, Northwest Passage teacher, and some of the youth will be on hand to talk about their experience. Refreshments will be served. Friday, July 31 Owl Prowl Join Naturalist Susan Thurn on a nighttime hike to learn about the natural history of Wisconsin’s owls and try calling in barred owls. Meet at the North End Trailhead at 8:00 p.m. to learn more about nature’s best mouse trap and maybe see or hear one up close! Donations accepted.

August

Saturday, August 1 Junior Ranger Program: Bald Eagles Paddlers on the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers sometimes

glide right under this magnificent national symbol. Come learn about the lives of bald eagles in every season. This fun program, along with other activities developed for children ages 8-12, will help you to earn a National Park Junior Ranger badge and certificate. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Museum. Free. Saturday, August 1 Buckskin Pouch Workshop Learn how to make your own handy buckskin pouch! Students will select, cut, lace and finish a useful and attractive pouch. All tools and white-tailed deer buckskin will be provided. The class is open to all ages and abilities, although small hands require dedicated helpers. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Register by July 28. $5 member/$10 non-member. Tuesday, August 4 Cable Lake Pontoon Tour Museum Naturalist Emily Stone will bring to life Cable Lake’s natural history as you tour the lake on a pontoon boat. Learn about eagles, loons, and what lies beneath. Meet at the Museum at 9:30 a.m., return by noon. Space is limited. Registration is required. $35 member/$40 non-member.

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Cable Natural History Museum 2015 Summer Calendar of Events Page 5 Wednesday, August 5 Art in the Park (Adult Naturalist Program) Local artist Diana Randolph will give classroom instruction

on sketching nature, then the class will venture to a site on the Namekagon River, part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.

A National Park Ranger will give a short program about the history and nature of the river, and Museum Naturalist Emily Stone will be on-hand to interpret the local natural history. Diana will continue giving sketching hints as participants enjoy the natural beauty. Meet at the Museum at 10:00 a.m. and return by 3:00 p.m. Lunch is provided. Register by July 31. A supply list will be mailed or emailed to those who register. $40 member/$45 non-member. Wednesday, August 5 Joseph Jenkins Lecture Series: A Look at Birch Bark—From Forest to Home Vladimir Yarish, a world-renowned birch bark artist, will talk about harvesting birch bark and roots in northwestern Russia, give some history of birch bark work in ancient Novgorod, and discuss traditional peasants’ use of and work with bark for their needs at home. Progressing to the present, he will talk about contemporary birch bark work, both traditional and contemporary. And he will tell about his teaching work and studio in Russia. 7:00 p.m. at the Cable Community Centre. Sponsored by Henry and Jodi Kingdon. Donations accepted. Thursday, August 6 Russian Birch Bark Basket Class Join Vladimir Yarish, a world-renowned birch bark artist, to create your very own traditional, beautiful basket. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Museum. Register by August 1, to receive your supply list. $80 member/$90 non-member, plus a materials fee of $40 to $120 based on the basket you choose to weave. Thursday, August 6 Loon Pontoon on Lake Namakagon Learn amazing facts about these ancient birds and the beautiful lakes where they live while touring Lake Namakagon on a pontoon boat. Museum Naturalist Emily Stone will share stories about the facts and fantasies behind this Northwoods icon. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m. and return by noon. Space is limited. Registration is required. $35 member/$40 non-member. Friday, August 7 Explorers Club at the Hayward Library Explore the wetlands and forests behind the Hayward Library with Museum Naturalist Emily Stone. Get wet and muddy as you search for frogs, water bugs, learn about wetlands, and have lots of fun! For kids entering grades 3-6. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free! Friday, August 7 Butterfly Treasure Hunt How often have you seen a butterfly that seemed out-of-the-ordinary? With all of their unique colors and patterns, they can be hard to tell apart. Let Eric North, local ecologist and butterfly aficionado, help you hone your identification skills. Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 1:00 p.m. and be prepared for a short walk or drive. Return by 2:30 p.m. All ages are welcome. Register by August 6. $5 member/$10 non-member or $10/$20 per family. Saturday, August 8 Cable Natural History Museum Garden Tour Tour several fabulous gardens in the town of Cable from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. You will see clever garden designs in unique settings and learn about pollinator gardens and rain gardens. We are also proud to include the Cable Community Farm. Registration is required. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the Museum. You will receive a map of the garden locations when you purchase your ticket. All proceeds benefit the Cable Natural History Museum.

Saturday, August 8 The Secret Life of Clams with the National Park Service Join a National Park Service Ranger at the Museum to dive into

the secret world of mussels from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Find out why our rivers provide such a good home to so many mussels and why it is so important not to disturb them. Stick around and browse through the mobile mussel exhibit, complete with fun hands on educational activities for both children and adults. Free. Tuesday, August 11 Work Day at the Forest Lodge Nature Trail Come help the Cable Natural History Museum maintain one of our favorite trails! USFS Trails Technicians will be on hand to provide guidance and tools as we cut brush and improve the trail’s tread. Bring work gloves, pruning shears, and dress for the weather. We’ll work from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a lunch break at the trailhead in between. Come for one or both sessions. Bring your sandwich, and we’ll provide the sides and snacks. Please RSVP by August 7. Wednesday, August 12 Nature Hike at Forest Lodge Join Naturalist Emily Stone for a moderately strenuous, 1-2 mile adventure on the historic trails at Forest Lodge. Explore the former estate of Museum founder Mary Griggs Burke. Discover the wonders of a mature, second-growth forest. Dress for the weather. Meet at 9:00 a.m., 10 miles east of Cable. Return by 11:00 a.m. Call ahead by August 10, for directions and to register. Donations accepted. Note: This hike is NOT at the Forest Lodge Nature Trail. Wednesday, August 12 Exhibit Opening: The Wildlife Art of John McFaul As an award-winning artist whose focus is on the natural world, John's been fortunate to spend many days afield researching his subject matter. View his art exhibition at the Museum, enjoy a slide show of the photos he uses to inspire his paintings, and learn more about his exciting work. 7:00 p.m. at the Museum. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by August 11. Donations accepted. Thursday, August 13 through Saturday, August 22 Art Exhibit: The Wildlife Art of John McFaul As an award-winning artist whose focus is on the natural world, John's been fortunate to spend many days afield researching his subject matter. Check out his prestigious awards and sample his art at: http://johnmcfaul.fineartstudioonline.com. View his amazing art on display at the Museum. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. A portion of all sales benefit the Museum. Thursday, August 13 Lake Owen Pontoon Tour Museum Naturalist Emily Stone will bring to life Lake Owen’s natural history as you tour the lake on a pontoon boat. Learn about eagles, loons, and what lies beneath. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m., return by noon. Space is limited. Registration is required. $35 member/$40 non-member. Friday, August 14 Explorers Club at the Hayward Library Explore the wetlands and forests behind the Hayward Library with Museum Naturalist Emily Stone. You’ll capture nature in a new way—through the lens of a digital camera! Use the Museum’s cameras or your own to take photos, then enter them in the Living Light Photo Contest to win prizes! For kids entering grades 3-6. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free! Friday, August 14 Wolf Howl with a Naturalist Ready for a howling good time? Learn how wolves communicate—then travel to a nearby forest and howl to a local wolf pack. Don’t be surprised if you hear them howl back! Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 8:00 p.m. and return by 9:30 p.m. Space is limited. Register by August 11. $5 member/$10 non-member or $10/$20 per family.

Saturday, August 15 Natural Play Area Playgroup Jump over logs, build bird nests, and look outdoors for new discoveries. Kids ages 3-6 and their family can experience the Museum’s new Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area with Sue Thurn. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at 43135 Randysek Road in Cable. Drop-ins are welcome, but registration by August 14 is appreciated. $5 member/$7 non-member per family. Saturday, August 15 Rag Rug Workshop at the NGLVC Scandinavian loop weaving is a simple and durable technique that uses no thread or looms, and turns trash into treasure! Bring old bed sheets or other fabric that can be easily torn into strips, and a pair of sharp scissors. Two or three sheets will make a 2’x4’ rug. Some extra materials will be on hand. Emily Stone, Naturalist at the Cable Natural History Museum will teach the lesson from 10 a.m.-noon. Space is limited. Register by August 13, by calling the NGLVC at 715-685-9983. $5 per person. Tuesday, August 18 Loon Pontoon on Lake Namakagon with the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin. Visit www.isconservation.org to register! Wednesday, August 19 Pie Crust Rim Basket Class The Pie Crust Rim Basket is made with a 5" wooden base and a variety of reed sizes and colors. Join instructor Jean Carryl to practice your start/stop weaving and chase weaving. The unique pie crust rim is attractive and easy to weave. Some basket weaving experience would be helpful. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Museum. Space is limited. Register by August 12. $37 member/$42 non-member. If you can’t attend, a kit will be provided for you. Thursday, August 20 Lake Owen Pontoon Tour Museum Naturalist Emily Stone will bring to life Lake Owen’s natural history as you tour the lake on a pontoon boat. Learn about eagles, loons, and what lies beneath. Meet at the Museum at 9:00 a.m., return by noon. Space is limited. Registration is required. $35 member/$40 non-member. Friday, August 21 Explorers Club at the Hayward Library Did you know that earthworms are not native to Wisconsin? Our forests are in danger from invasive earthworms who can change our northern landscape. The Explorers Club will partner with the Great Lakes Worm Watch to find our how many worms live behind the Hayward Library! For kids entering grades 3-6. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free!

Saturday, August 22 Natural Play Area Playgroup in the Garden Harvest the bounty of nature. Discover the edible

jungle. Develop a taste for adventure. Kids ages 3-6 and their families can experience the Cable Community Farm’s Growing Together Garden. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at 13765 Perry Lake Road in Cable. Drop-ins are welcome, but registration by August 21 is appreciated. $5 member/$7 non-member per family. Saturday, August 22 Live Raptor Program at the NGLVC Meet one or more of the Museum’s live education raptors in person! Aldo the American Kestrel, Carson the Red-tailed Hawk, or Theo the Great Horned Owl will teach you all about the amazing world of raptors. 10:30-11:30 a.m. At the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland, WI. Please come early to find a seat. Donations accepted.

Thursday, August 27 Field Walk with John Kotar: Why Wisconsin Forests Look the Way They Do #4 (Adult Naturalist Program) Have you ever wondered what a plant was, and why it grows

there? John Kotar can tell you! As emeritus professor of forest ecology from University of Wisconsin-Madison, Kotar developed an ecological classification system for Great Lakes forests. Join him on a field trip to a local trail to talk about how geology, soils, climate, natural disturbances, and the history of land use interact in creating a rich variety of forest types and distinct and predictable patterns of their distribution on the landscape. Call ahead to find out where to meet. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Bring a lunch and water; dress for the weather. Expect a short walk with many pauses for questions and answers. Register by August 25, $10 member/$15 non-member. Friday, August 28 Explorers Club at the Hayward Library Discover the fun of using a map and compass to find your way, and then explore the forests behind the Hayward Library using your new skills . For kids entering grades 3-6. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free! Saturday, August 29 A Day in the Life of a Curator Join Naturalist/Curator, Elsa Hansen, for a day behind the scenes at the Museum. Learn how we prepare food for the raptors, watch the salamander nab a cricket, and practice mounting an insect for a museum-quality display! Not for the squeamish or faint of heart. 1:00-2:00 pm at the Museum. Donations accepted.

September

Wednesday, September 2 Pizza Party at Coops! Food, Fish, Friends, and FUN-raising at Coops Pizza in Hayward Do you like the big fish aquarium in our “Lakes Alive!” exhibit? Then come see an even bigger fish tank at Coop’s! When you come out to eat pizza, drink beer and listen to live music tonight, net proceeds will be donated to the Cable Natural History Museum! 5:00-8:00 p.m. Thanks to Coop’s for sponsoring the Museum’s exhibit fish tank! Saturday, September 5 Bayfield County Mushroom Foray Join local and regional mushroom experts to hone your ID skills and learn all about the amazing world of fungi. Evening lectures and the Saturday forays are open to the public. The entire event is September 4-7. Check www.cablemuseum.org for more information. Tuesday, September 8 to Friday, September 11 Natural History Paddle in the Boundary Waters 2015 Join Museum Naturalist Emily Stone on a four-day adventure in her favorite place on Earth. Learn about the unique natural history of the border country as you paddle and portage lightweight Kevlar canoes into moosey lakes with great fishing, beautiful vistas, and intriguing bays. You can gain the skills to plan your own voyage, or just enjoy the company of like-minded people on this partially outfitted trip. Space is limited. Contact Emily at 715-798-3890 or emily@cablemuseum.org with questions and to register by August 1. $325 member/$350 non-member.

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