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FEBRUARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS Virtual Homeschool Series: Observe, Discover, and Explore For ages 4 to 10 Thursday, February 4 and Thursday, February 11, 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. Observe, discover, and explore phenomena in the natural world as a scientist does, through this monthly virtual series for homeschool students. The first Thursday of each month, a seasonal topic is introduced and students are given an outdoor investigation to complete at home. The investigations use materials readily available at home and are suitable for different age groups. On the second Thursday of each month, students share their observations and discoveries and meet a live animal related to the topic. Each program will be recorded and available to view for a limited time after each program. An adult must participate with each child or children at no extra cost. The virtual sessions will be held via Zoom, with links provided upon registration. Advance registration and payment required. Cost: $9/member child; $11/non-member child per month; $18/member family; $22/non-member family per month REGISTER Intro to Ice Fishing Saturday, February 6 Wednesday, February 24 7:00 to 10:30 a.m. For ages 9 and up Beneath the snow and ice is a wondrous world of peril: oxygen starts to deplete, food is scarce, and water temperature is barely above 37°F. Join us in search of fish that remain active under these conditions. Try to entice fish to the end of your line using lures and jigging techniques that mimic their natural food. Learn about fish adaptations by observing fish colors, fins, and mouthparts. Whether you fish for food, as a social gathering, or to be out in the elements, ice fishing is a great activity to foster your love for nature. All fishing instruction and equipment provided at no extra cost. Ages 16 and up must have a current fishing license. Adults must accompany children as a registered program participant. Wear insulated snow boots with non-cotton socks. Wear many, many layers of clothing, including non-cotton insulating base layers, a windproof outer layer, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and gloves. Bring an extra pair of gloves, snacks, a thermos with a hot beverage, hand and toe warmers, and a camp chair. Purchase fishing licenses through New Hampshire Fish & Game, which helps conservation efforts in our state. Advance registration is required. Maximum of 10 participants per session due to Covid-19. Cost: $20/member;$25/non-member REGISTER Wild Winter Walk Sunday, February 7, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 15, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 20, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Tuesday February 23 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, February 25 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 27, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. For ages 6 and up Have you ever wondered what happens to the animals at the Science Center during the winter? Most of them stay in the same place, just as they would in the wild. Join a staff naturalist for a guided walk on the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors dressed in their winter coats and discuss how these native animals are well adapted for winter in New Hampshire. If needed, snowshoes are available at no extra cost, or bring your own. An adult must accompany children. This program is all outdoors; dress in warm layers with insulated snow boots, hats, gloves, and facemask. Advance registration is required. Maximum of 10 participants per session due to Covid-19. Cost:$8/member; $10/non-member REGISTER |
Virtual Science Pub: Soundscapes Beneath the Forest Floor: Soil, Water,and Rock Interactions Tuesday, February 9, 6:00 p.m. Second Tuesday of the month through May For adults Soundscapes Beneath the Forest Floor: Soil, Water, and Rock Interactions by Nikki Lindt, Artist; Lindsey Rustad, Hubbard Brook Research Ecologist; Anthea Lavallee, Hubbard Brook Research Foundation Executive Director; and Jenny Bower, PhD Candidate, University of Vermont What happens beneath the forest floor? Science and art come together in this project that reveals the complex interrelationships under our feet. Join us for this Virtual Science Pub series as we dive into the rare and largely unknown inhabitants of the Squam Watershed. Presentations will be held via Zoom. Offered in partnership with Squam Lakes Association and Squam Lakes Conservation Society. Cost: No charge to attend but advance registration for each session is required. REGISTER |
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