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Upcoming Programs & EventsNocturnal Animals Thursday, May 22 5:30pm Lowe Volk Park, 2401 State Route 598 While you’re comfortable in your bed, these animals are awake and going about their day! Come join Crawford Park District Director Cole as we explore the lives of animals rarely seen during our waking hours! Daughmer Savannah Hike Saturday, May 24 2pm Daughmer Savannah, 786 Marion-Melmore Rd. The Crawford Park District invites you to a tour of Daughmer Savannah. Rare plants, migrating birds, and ancient oaks: Daughmer Prairie Savannah offers us a glimpse of the habitat that used to dominate the area of the historical Sandusky Plains. As we explore this remnant prairie, we will look for all the wonderful living things that make use of this rare habitat. Viewing the Night Sky Saturday, May 24, 9pm Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 State Route Join members of the Crawford Park Astronomy Club as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in celestial sights. Some of the targets for spring are: Little Bear – also known as Ursa Minor, home to the asterism the Little Dipper which includes the famous North Star, and this appears to be the center of our star rotation. Big Bear – also known as Ursa Major, home to the asterism the Big Dipper, and lots of other galaxies and astronomical sights around this constellation. Leo the Lion – the 12th largest constellation, the Sickle makes up the head and mane of the lion, and is one of the easiest constellations for you to find on your own. Virgo Cluster (M87) – a luminous, intermediate spiral galaxy, 55 million light-years from earth, and home to a giant black hole. There are a lot of other objects to view. What we see will depend on what the clouds are doing. Girl Scouts: Tree Promise Tuesday, May 27 6pm Lowe Volk Park, 2401 State Route 598 Are you a Girl Scout? If so, join the Crawford Park District and Crawford County Girl Scouts the Tree Promise program. Find out why trees are nature’s “superheroes!” We will explore the woods identifying the diversity of trees it contains and observe how it benefits wildlife too. We will learn the proper techniques and procedures for planting new saplings. Finally, we will also make a plan for how we can protect and honor these superheroes. All levels of Girl Scouts are welcome! Feeding Day Wednesday, May 28 2pm Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 State Route 598 The animals in the Lowe-Volk Park Nature Center love feeding day! Stop out to help feed many of our turtles, snakes, salamanders, frogs, and maybe the tarantula will grab a snack too. With all the different animals, they have different dietary requirements. Join Crawford Park District Naturalist Lisa to discover what’s on the menu for our wildlife ambassadors! Moth Mania Friday, May 30 9pm Unger Park, 1303 Bucyrus-Nevada Rd. The Crawford Park District invites you to Unger Park for this fascinating program. Ranging in size from that of a grain of rice to a small bird and decked in all the colors of the rainbow, moths are some of the most beautiful and fascinating insects in our parks. Despite their ecological importance and stunning appearance, most go unnoticed during the day. We will set up lights to attract these nocturnal beauties and see how many kinds of moths and other insects turn up at our sheet. Viewing the Night Sky Saturday, May 31 9:30pm Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 State Route Join members of the Crawford Park Astronomy Club as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in celestial sights. Some of the targets for spring are: Little Bear – also known as Ursa Minor, home to the asterism the Little Dipper which includes the famous North Star, and this appears to be the center of our star rotation. Big Bear – also known as Ursa Major, home to the asterism the Big Dipper, and lots of other galaxies and astronomical sights around this constellation. Leo the Lion – the 12th largest constellation, the Sickle makes up the head and mane of the lion, and is one of the easiest constellations for you to find on your own. Virgo Cluster (M87) – a luminous, intermediate spiral galaxy, 55 million light-years from earth, and home to a giant black hole. There are a lot of other objects to view. What we see will depend on what the clouds are doing. Living History Days Sat., May 31-Sun., June 1 Lowe-Volk Park Join the CPD and Colonel Crawford’s Company to step back into the 18th Century. Schedule of Presentations Saturday, May 31 9:00am—Opening Ceremony: Flag Raising by Local Scouts Troop 106 United in Harmony to sing National Anthem Volley fire 10:00am—Shequonur: Native Storyteller (Nature Center) 11:00am—Battle of Olentangy (follow signs to woods by the wetland) **may not be totally handicap accessible** Noon—Lunch break 1:00pm—Butler’s Rangers Demonstration 3:00pm—Reenactment: Capture of Col. Crawford (boardwalk) 4:00pm—Event closes to the public Sunday, June 1 9:00am—Event opens 10:00am—Shequonur: Native Storyteller (Nature Center) 11:00am—Battle of Olentangy (follow signs to woods by the wetland) **may not be totally handicap accessible** Noon—Lunch break 1:00pm—Deborah Sampson: Revolutionary Soldier 2:00pm—Reenactment: Capture of Col. Crawford (boardwalk) 3:00pm—Event closes to the public Please Note: The reenactments depict historical violence, which may be disturbing for some visitors. Vendors, Displays, and Activities: - Tomahawk Throwing - Fur Trade - Robert Stone: Blacksmith - Tracy Stone: Hand Woven Ribbons - Native American Camp - Colonel Crawford Encampment - Revolutionary War Accoutrements - Childrens’ Games - Flint Knapping - Roger Moore: Silversmith w/ Native Style Jewelry - Margaret Lou Bickenheuser: Baskets - Debora Cook: Paper Lace Artsan - Amando Walker: Teas, Coffee & Other Sundries - FriendShip Farm Goat Milk Soap - Seehawk Trading Co.:18th Century Clothing - Sisters of the Wind: Native Artisans |
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