Beaver Creek Wildlife Education Center 2020 Programs and Events
Looking for a way to get out and explore the outdoors this year? Join us for a workshop or outdoor program or come visit the Wildlife Education Center. There is something for all ages and interests. Visit our web site at www.beavercreekwildlife.org for more information or follow us on our Facebook page.
Programs are offered free of charge. Donations are always appreciated!! ** Registration Required (C) Child/Family-Friendly Activity
Saturday, July 18 from 1:00 – 5:00 – Flint Knapping and Arrow Making. Spend some time under the pavilion this afternoon and watch Lewis Hudson as he demonstrates how to make arrowheads from different materials and how to make arrows using the arrowheads. You can examine samples of his work, including knives, bows, and arrows, and ask questions.
** (C) Saturday, July 18 from 1:30 – 4:30 – Making Butterflies. Kids and their adults can join Carolyn under the pavilion during the afternoon and learn about butterflies. Participants will make their own butterfly to take home.
Saturday, July 25 from 10:00 – 11:30 – Tai chi. Come and experience the ancient Chinese exercise called Tai Chi with Barb Kliner. You will learn a little history of Tai Chi, the health benefits and some basic movements. Tai Chi is one of the best, yet underrated, exercises for stress relief, balance, and overall health. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. No special equipment is needed, and you can choose to stand or sit. This class will be held outside under the pavilion so participants can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.
August
(C) Saturday, August 15 from 1:30 – 4:30 – Owls.Kids and their adults can join Carolyn under the pavilion during the afternoon as they learn about owls. Participants will make an owl from a paper plate to take home.
Saturday, August 29 from 10:00 – 11:30 – Tai Chi. Come and experience the ancient Chinese exercise called Tai Chi with Barb Kliner. You will learn a little history of Tai Chi, the health benefits and some basic movements. Tai Chi is one of the best, yet underrated, exercises for stress relief, balance, and overall health. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. No special equipment is needed, and you can choose to stand or sit. This class will be held outside under the pavilion so participants can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.
September
Saturday, September 12 from 10:30 – Noon - Ice Age In Ohio.Take a cool trip back to the time when northern Ohio was a giant mass of ice. Explore how the glacier created our landforms and streams and influenced where plants and animals live today. Geologist Cheryl Mattevi will introduce you to some ice age critters from Columbiana County and see how they were excavated. You may spot a mastodon from your own backyard! Suitable for older children and adults. Meet under the pavilion.
Saturday, September 12 from Noon – 3:30 – Geology Road Show. Join Wildlife Center volunteer and geologist Cheryl Mattevi and learn about rocks and minerals. Bring your own specimens for identification and some extras if you would like to swap for something new!
(C) Saturday, September 19 from 1:30 – 4:30 – Christmas Tree Ornament. Kids and their adults can join Carolyn as they make their own Christmas tree ornament.