Fontenelle Forest's May/June 2014 Leaflet

The Newsletter of Fontenelle ForestMay - June 2014

LEAFLET

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Officers

Management

Directors

Honorary Trustees

Staff

Cover photo by Dina Barta

Phone: 402.731.3140Web: fontenelleforest.org

Fontenelle Forest Nature CenterFontenelle Forest Nature Center1111 Bellevue Boulevard NorthBellevue, NE 68005

Neale WoodsNeale Woods14323 Edith Marie AvenueOmaha, NE 68112

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-DunningBen Del RosarioDavid M. DvorakLorraine A. EggerMike HamiltonJon T. HansenChristine Jacobsen

Gary D. JohnsonHoward J. KaslowGerry LauritzenTad LeeperJulie LiakosSarah McGowanKeith NavratilSusan 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 AssistantKareen HickmanDevelopment AssociateBetsy FinchManager of Raptor RehabilitationGary GarabrandtRangerCatherine Kuper Educator Paul LahowetzFacilities SuperintendentDenise LewisEducator/Raptor RecoveryMatt MillerFacilities AttendantKate Murphy Educator Josh Preister Ranger / FFNC Property Supervisor Alex ShiffermillerVisitor Service SupervisorBarb ShiffermillerManager of Customer Service Joan SovernsManager of Donor Relations and MembershipJanet StanderAssistant Manager of RaptorRehabilitationJamie Vann Naturalist

Joe Vavak Public Relations AssistantRonnie WellsExhibits, Special Projects, and Events CoordinatorAlex WilesAnimal Care SpecialistDeborah Woracek Manager of Summer Day Camps

Part-Time EducatorsPart-Time EducatorsKyle AndersonAmy CampagnaJulianne CarbonellKathy FischerMichelle FossSandy GibbonsDianne GuinnSeth Krone-KeithMatt MillerJo MurrayJean NenemanBruce NobleDorie StoneLindsay CooleyChris Vosicka

Visitor Services AssistantsVisitor Services AssistantsHelen BeebeBrian Mark ConoverKirk Vaughn-RobinsonBrenna WatkinsNick Woodard

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

MEMBERS ONLY

Use your Fontenelle Forest membership card to get discounts at local attractions across the metro. For more information, go to facebook.com/metroartspass. Visit or contact the featured organizations below to take advantage!

Deal Alert - Metro Arts & Culture Pass

Go Deeper into the Forest

Bluffs Arts CouncilBluffs Arts CouncilBuy one get one free ticket to June’s Savor the Flavor

Nebraska ShakespeareNebraska ShakespeareFree bag of popcornJune 19-22 & 26-29

MAYMAY JUNEJUNE

• 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• Monthly discounts at attractions across the metro area with the

Metro Arts and Culture Pass• 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

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 once a month - we’ll practice our outdoor skills, learn from experts, take field trips, and work on service projects. For more information, contact Lindsay Cooley at [email protected] or visit fontenelleforest.org

Scouting at Fontenelle ForestContact the Scouts Registrar as Fontenelle Forests’ new Scout pro-grams are in the works. If you are interested in details on new guided hikes and badges, contact Kathy Fischer at [email protected] or check out our website at http://www.fontenelleforest.org/programs-a-education/scouts.

Embark into SummerCalling teachers, vacationers, and those adults who wonder why they Calling teachers, vacationers, and those adults who wonder why they never get to go to summer camp! never get to go to summer camp!

This summer, Fontenelle Forest is excited to present Embark Into Summer, a new five-day program which offers an opportunity for adults to encounter the natural world through presentations, field study, and integrative experiences. We’ll explore geology; forest, prairie, and wet-land ecology; and human inhabitants from ancient to current times. Join us for the week of June 16-20Join us for the week of June 16-20, 9am-4pm daily. For more infor-mation and to apply, visit fontenelleforest.org/embarkintosummer or contact Elizabeth Chalen at [email protected].

Save the Date!Journey Into NatureEmbark

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Programs are listed in chronological order

Mud Pies 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. For ages 5 and younger.

Wild Summer Days Wild Summer Days Each week a different topic will be ex-plored through centers, animal visitors, walks, and outdoor play. Topics will be announced on our web site. For ages 11 and younger. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Monday - Thursday9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.Ends May 22FFNCLeader(s): Kate Murphy

Wednesday & Friday9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.FFNCBegins June 4 - Ends July 25Leader(s): Kate Murphy

Mud Pies now meets four days per week, Monday - Thursday. Mud Pies is a family program encouraging adult/child interaction focused around a weekly nature theme.

Preschools are accepted on Fridays only by appointment. Contact Kate Murphy at [email protected] for more information and availability of times.

JUST FOR CHILDREN PROGRAMS

Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: What Tree do I See?What Tree do I See?Ever wonder what trees are in the forest? By looking at leaves and bark from these trees, we will teach you to identify the most common trees found in Fontenelle Forest. Using bark rubbings and leaf rubbings, we will compare our samples with the trees founds in the uplands, and learn a few fun facts about each tree as we go.

May 41:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Missy Magnuson

Fontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Fontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Fundamental Kayak Lessons Part 1 & 2Fundamental Kayak Lessons Part 1 & 2Fontenelle Forest and WoggWorks Kaya-king are offering these beginning basic paddle lessons. Instructors are certified American Canoe Association members. Please note that each lesson consists of two two-hour sessions on different days. Fee includes: kayak rental, lifejacket, paddle and on-the-water instruction. Check-in will be at the Hitchcock Learning Center Building at the Wetlands. On-line registration is required. Class is limited to 10

May 4 & 1811:00a.m. - 1:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$60.00 - FF members$75.00 - non-members


May 4 & 182:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$60.00 - FF members$75.00 - non-members

FOR CLASSES REQUIRING REGISTRATION - GO TO FONTENELLEFOREST.ORG

Bird Club Bird Club Our guest speaker will be renowned Ne-braska ornithologist and UNL Professor Emeritus, Dr. Paul Johnsgard. Dr. Johns-gard is the author of more than 40 books, and his presentation will be on cranes. This program was rescheduled from the April 3rd meeting. May field trips will consist of Friday evening “show-and-gos” to look for spring migrants at various places around the Omaha/Bellevue area.

May 17:00p.m.$12 per yearFF members onlyFFNC

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ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE FOR FF MEMBERS OR WITH GENERAL ADMISSION UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

Welcome to Kayaking 101Welcome to Kayaking 101Fontenelle Forest and WoggWorks Kayaking are offering kayaking at Fon-tenelle Forest’s wetlands. Chris Vosicka, Fontenelle Forest Educator/ACA Mem-ber/Certified Instructor, and husband Walt will be providing kayaking oppor-tunities at “The Marsh” throughout the seasons. This presentation will give you a short history of kayaking and water safety, and will give you an understanding of kayaking. You will also be able to try the various kayaks and paddles available to-day. This will be a “dryland” event in preparation to be “on the water” at other classes. Registration required.

May 101:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka

Friday Night (Twi)LightsFriday Night (Twi)LightsWhat better way to start the weekend than with a spring twilight hike in the Wetlands. Come and experience the sights and sounds of this unique ecosystem: is it set-tling in for the night…or just waking up?

May 167:00p.m. - 8:30p.m.WLCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen

Explore More TrailsExplore More TrailsThis hike will begin in the parking lot north of the Wetlands Learning Center and will head out on the floodplain on Cottonwood trail, along Stream and Mis-souri trail, back along Walking Club trail and to the parking lot. This is a flat trail with sandy soil…a great chance to see the impact that the flood of 2012 had on this area.

May 1710:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Jackie Sundberg

History Hike on History TrailHistory Hike on History TrailInterested in learning more about the history of Fontenelle Forest? Join us for this hike through time on our History trail. Along the way, you will see some of the more notable points from Fontenelle’s his-tory, and discuss the historic facts, people, events and places that make Fontenelle such a unique space.

May 1010:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.CWLeader(s): Dennis Hynes

Yoga in the ForestYoga in the ForestJoin us for this short beginner’s yoga pre-sentation, followed by a silent hike through the forest. We will experience the benefits of nature on the body. Please bring your own yoga mat.

May 111:00p.m. - 2:30p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall & Brandi Pellerito

Mommy and Me YogaMommy and Me YogaBring your yoga mat and your little ones for this relaxing, refreshing afternoon yoga session in the forest.

May 112:30p.m. - 4:30p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Justine Marshall & Brandi Pellerito

Teen Naturalist Trainees:Teen Naturalist Trainees:Weather 101 & Storm ChasingWeather 101 & Storm ChasingIf you are in or will be entering High School in the autumn come join the Teen Naturalist Trainees as they learn some basics about weather, including tornadoes. For those curious about the TNT program this is a great chance to get to know some of the participants and ask questions.

May 171:00p.m. - 2:30p.m.WLCLeader(s): Josh Preister

Beavers!Beavers!Come learn about the second largest rodent in the world. Explore beaver artifacts at the Wetlands center, then head out for a hike to see the work the beavers have done. You will learn interesting facts about this amazing creature!

May 181:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Ingrid Johnson,Bonnie Newman, & Amberle Parkin

Poetry HikePoetry HikeWe will start our hike through the forest with some poetry about the forest. Let’s see how we can tie the poem to what we are able to see, hear, and enjoy.

May 2110:30a.m. - 12:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Dennis Hynes

Evening Hike with the Night Sky!Evening Hike with the Night Sky!Join us on an evening hike to listen to sounds of the forest and prairie with view-ing of the late Spring night sky constella-tions at the end. Bring binoculars if you have them to view some deep sky objects. If cloudy, we will hike anyway, but no con-stellation viewing. Please note, there are currently no restroom facilities available at Neale Woods.

May 238:00p.m.NWNCLeader(s): Bob Fuchs

Explore More TrailsExplore More TrailsWe will meet at the parking lot near the Wetlands Learning Center and will head through the floodplain on Cottonwood trail, up through Handsome Hollow and down Oak trail to the road. We will then take the road back to the parking lot. This hike has a few steep hills.

May 2410:00a.mWLCLeader(s): Wanda Pendley

Photographers ClubPhotographers ClubProgram to be announced.

May 157:00p.m.FFNC

SUN: Seniors Understanding NatureSUN: Seniors Understanding NatureNote: Date change this month!Debra Beck, Fontenelle Forest Naturalist & CIT will speak on “Nebraska Geology “.

SUN programs will resume in September 2014. Check the website for program listings.

May 209:45a.m. – 11:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Catherine Kuper

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FOR CLASSES REQUIRING REGISTRATION - GO TO FONTENELLEFOREST.ORG

Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Art Hike - Look Down!Art Hike - Look Down!Bring your favorite art tools and let’s take advantage of the beautiful weather by painting at the gorgeous Overlook! We will hike over to Camp Brewster, which will be a special treat with a view of the beautiful Missouri.

May 251:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Alex Aspiazu

BioblitzBioblitzMore information coming to a web site near you (www.fontenelleforest.org)Come help us identify the living organ-isms that make up Fontenelle Forest. The BioBlitz is a citizen science project which provides an opportunity for those inter-ested in learning more about what lives in Fontenelle Forest to team up with experts as they identify the organisms that call the Forest home.

June 76:00a.m. - 11:00p.m.FFNC & WLC

Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: WildflowersWildflowersCelebrate Nebraska Wildflower Week with us as we search the wetlands for wildflowers. Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Joanne Langabee will lead you on a walk to learn which wildflowers call the floodplain and marsh home. We may also find some waterfowl or other animals that live amongst these wildflowers.

June 11:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Joanne Langabee

Teacher Naturalist 101:Teacher Naturalist 101:Introduction to the ForestIntroduction to the ForestDo you love the outdoors? Are you interested in helping others connect with nature? Become a Teacher Naturalist! Teacher Naturalists are volunteers who run weekend programs for the public, at-tend fascinating lectures and programs by experts on field biology and other natural history topics, and contribute to special programs that the Forest offers year-round. Taking the first step is easy! Join us for our TN 101: Introduction to the Forest course and you will be well on your way to becoming a Teacher Naturalist.All persons interested in becoming Teacher Naturalists must attend TN 101. TN 101 will not only brief prospective volunteers on the benefits and responsibili-ties of their position, but will also provide invaluable training in the areas of field identification, animal care, forest resources and natural education. Registration is required for this training. If you have questions or want to know more about this day of fun, contact Elizabeth Cha-len at [email protected] or 402.731.3140 x 1026.

May 249:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.FFNCFree to all volunteersLunch provided


May 24 & 3110:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$60.00 - FF members$75.00 - non-members

Fontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Fontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Kayak Day Camp for AdultsKayak Day Camp for AdultsFontenelle Forest and WoggWorks Kayaking are offering these beginning basic paddle lessons for people who have summer mornings open and parents who have children in Summer Day Camps at Fontenelle Forest. Instructors are certified American Canoe Association members. Please note that each lesson consists of two two-hour sessions on different days. Fee includes: kayak rental, lifejacket, paddle and on-the-water instruction. Check-in will be at the Hitchcock Learning Center Building at the Wetlands. Registration is required. Class is limited to 10 participants.

June 3 & 49:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$60.00 - FF members$75.00 - non-members


May 24 & 311:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$60.00 - FF members$75.00 - non-members

Explore More TrailsExplore More TrailsMeet at the Wetlands Learning Center and wind your way around to Hidden Lake, part of History Trail and back to the WLC. This hike is a longer one and is moderately strenuous.

May 3110:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Jeanne Pricer

Bird Club Bird Club This will be the Club’s annual business meeting and potluck dinner at Camp Brewster. We will elect officers for the Club’s next business year.

June 57:00p.m.$12 per yearFF members onlyCB

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Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Pollinators are Our FriendsPollinators are Our FriendsWhat pollinators live at Fontenelle or Neale Woods and maybe in your back-yard too? Come explore on a child’s level what these pollinators do and why they are so important. You may have read about the continued loss of bees and butterflies. How can we help these and other pollina-tors? Kids bring your dads and moms for Free Flower Seeds, and ask about my trip to where the monarchs overwinter for a Free Monarch Pencil.

June 151:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Chris Robie

Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Dipping in the WetlandsDipping in the WetlandsJoin us at the Wetlands Learning Center to learn which macroinvertebrates can be found in the pond. Using nets and strain-ers we will discover the amazing world that thrives in the water. Dragonfly larva, riffle beetles and snails, oh my! This hands-on afternoon will give you a whole new per-spective on what’s in the water!

June 81:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Diane Guinn,Wanda Pendley, & Mary Lou Alfi eri

Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Forest InvestigationsForest InvestigationsBe a Nature Detective and explore the remains of NE mammals. Can you guess who they belong to? Using pelts, skulls, bones and artifacts we will discover the sto-ries waiting to be unfolded. This program will include an optional hike to search for animal tracks and other signs to lead us on an adventure of forest investigation.

June 221:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Judy Bell

Night Sounds at the Great MarshNight Sounds at the Great MarshEarly summer evenings at the Great Marsh stand witness to almost magical seasonal transitions – punctuated by the night-time sounds of the animals who call the wet-lands Home. Join us for a night hike on the floodplain as we listen for the voices of the Forest’s nocturnal critters. Note: Wear long pants and sturdy footwear. Bring water and insect repellent. This program is for 12 and older.

June 247:30p.m. - 9:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Tad Leeper

Fontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Fontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Kayak Day Camp for AdultsKayak Day Camp for AdultsFontenelle Forest and WoggWorks Kayaking are offering these beginning basic paddle lessons for people who have summer mornings open and parents who have children in Summer Day Camps at Fontenelle Forest. Instructors are certified American Canoe Association members. Please note that each lesson consists of two two-hour sessions on different days. Fee includes: kayak rental, lifejacket, paddle and on-the-water instruction. Check-in will be at the Hitchcock Learning Center Building at the Wetlands. Registration is required. Class is limited to 10 participants.


Fontenelle Forest presents WoggworksFontenelle Forest presents WoggworksAge 55+ Kayaking FundamentalsAge 55+ Kayaking FundamentalsFontenelle Forest and WoggWorks Kayaking are offering Fundamentals of Kayaking for adults age 55 and over. Try out kayaking with a few paddle instructions and on-the-water time. Bring a picnic lunch to eat afterwards. Registration is required. Class is limited to 10 participants.

June 1410:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.WLCLeader(s): Chris & Walt Vosicka$20.00 - FF members$30.00 - non-members

Explore More TrailsExplore More TrailsWe will meet at Camp Wakonda (on For-est Drive) and hike up Mormon Hollow to Prairie trail and around History Trail. This hike contains some strenuous hills.

June 1410:00a.m.CWLeader(s): Eric Scholar

Explore More TrailsExplore More TrailsWe will meet at Camp Logan Fontenelle (on Gifford Road) and hike along Indian and Oak trails, onto the floodplain on Cottonwood trail and back through Hand-some Hollow to the parking lot at Camp Logan. This hike will include a few strenu-ous hills.

June 2110:00a.m.CLFLeader(s): Bob Fuchs

Explore More TrailsExplore More TrailsWe will meet at the Wetlands Learning Center parking lot and walk down Gifford Road to begin hiking up Signal Ridge trail. We will hike through Mormon Hollow, along Stream trail and back up the road to our starting point. This hike includes steep trails.

June 710:00a.m.WLCLeader(s): Michelle Foss

Photographers ClubPhotographers ClubProgram to be announced.

June 197:00p.m.FFNC

Friday Night (Twi)LightsFriday Night (Twi)LightsWhat better way to start the weekend than with a summer twilight hike in the Wet-lands. Come and experience the sights and sounds of this unique ecosystem: is it settling in for the night…or just waking up?

June 207:00p.m. - 8:30p.m.WLCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen

Poetry HikePoetry HikeWe will start our hike through the forest with some poetry about the forest. Let’s see how we can tie the poem to what we are able to see, hear, and enjoy.

June 1810:30a.m. - 12:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Dennis Hynes

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By Deborah Woracek, Master Naturalist

May May May opens with spring and ends at the beginning of summer. Most of the frogs and toads in our area are calling by May. Dame’s rockets, col-umbine, blue Siberian squill, tiny downy yellow violets, and

Virginia bluebells are all showing their blooms at the trail’s edge. Majestic Jack-in-the-pulpits com-plete our May bouquets. Our bird numbers now include baby wild turkeys, eaglets, adult humming-birds, thrushes, herons, ducks, and goslings. The

birdsong symphony at dawn is at its highest volume of the year. As you hike look high in the tall trees to see the bright orange and black flash of the returning Northern Orioles. Beavers, coyotes, and mink are all weaning their young in late May and early June.

JuneJuneIn June, the white-tailed bucks have almost full-sized antlers covered in velvet. Blue flags, elderberry, jewelweed, and motherwort all show

off their flowers. Above the blooms Red-spotted Purple butterflies, Great Spangled Fritillaries, Hackberries, and the early Monarch butterflies add to the beauty of our

gardens and prairies. Young screech owls, grackles, robins, and house wrens are hatched. Painted turtles and snapping turtles are laying their eggs to the tune of the bullfrogs sing-ing. Soon summer will be in full swing!

Natural SelectionsFontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Fontenelle Forest presents Woggworks Kayak Day Camp for AdultsKayak Day Camp for AdultsFontenelle Forest and WoggWorks Kayaking are offering these beginning basic paddle lessons for people who have summer mornings open and parents who have children in Summer Day Camps at Fontenelle Forest. Instructors are certified American Canoe Association members. Please note that each lesson consists of two two-hour sessions on different days. Fee includes: kayak rental, lifejacket, paddle and on-the-water instruction. Check-in will be at the Hitchcock Learning Center Building at the Wetlands. Registration is required. Class is limited to 10 participants.


Insect Club Insect Club What’s the difference between a moth and a butterfly? What butterfly species should I be looking for in Nebraska? How do I tell a swallowtail from a hairstreak? Local entomologist and FF Teacher Natural-ist, Tony Palmer, will answer these and other questions during his presentation on Lepidoptera, which will prepare us for the annual NABA butterfly count coming up on Thursday, July 3. This program was rescheduled from April 24.

June 267:00p.m.$10 per yearFF members onlyFFNC

Explore More TrailsExplore More TrailsThis hike will begin at FFNC on the boardwalk, then head down Hickory trail into Childs Hollow, around Chickadee to Hawthorn and up Hackberry and back to the nature center. This hike contains a couple of steep hills.

June 2810:00a.m.FFNCLeader(s): Lisa Cuevas-Jorgensen

Family Sundays in the Forest: Family Sundays in the Forest: Art Hike - Into the WoodsArt Hike - Into the WoodsMake sure to bring all of your best greens and your favorite art tools because this hike will take us on a leisurely stroll through to the end of the Boardwalk where the views are gorgeous and green, green, green.

June 291:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.FFNCLeader(s): Alex Aspiazu

Photo by Loren J. Padelford

Support the Forest with Deliciousness

APPLE PIESFOR SALE

famous homemade!

$10 Fontenelle Forest members

$12 non-members

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News from Fontenelle Forest’s Raptor RecoveryNews from Fontenelle Forest’s Raptor RecoveryBy Betsy Finch, Manager of Raptor Rehabilitation

Each spring we compile the statistics for the previous year, noting num-bers, species, and possible emerging trends. The 2013 numbers will be added to the data base of the past 38 years, and are as follows.

160 of these birds, plus 25 birds from 2012, were released in 2013. Preliminary release rate for 2013 is 35%; for 2012, 44%. Our annual reports are based on the calendar year- we figure final release rates when birds held over the winter are released the following spring.

Annual reports notwithstanding, reasons for raptor admissions tend to be seasonal-migration, nesting, etc. Winter for us is Eagle Season. Most of our eagle admissions occur from December through March, and most of them are suffering from lead poisoning. Even eagles that arrive with other injuries- broken wings, leghold trap injuries, head trauma- are also positive for lead. Lead poisoning is a serious condition and does kill eagles. Treatment consists of twice daily injections, hydration therapy, and monitoring with blood samples. This is difficult and dan-gerous. As the eagles get better, they get stronger- and nastier! Three of the Bald Eagles so far have graduated to the Eagle Flight Pen; we will all be happy to see them go free!

And the next season is already upon us-Baby Season. Great Horned Owls begin the season in early January and we usually see chicks arriving here by mid-March. High winds and unsafe situations send babies our way. Not all babies are the same age either; in 3 days we received 2 different young horned owls that were almost fledged and 3 tiny babies less than 2 wks old. Luckily, Moopitz, our Eurasian Eagle Owl, laid eggs, setting the stage for her to foster chicks. She has the 3 babes. Additionally, Owlberta, a long-time foster mom for us, was given 2 eggs that were removed from a nest in February. She hatched them out about 3 weeks ago and was just given another chick the same age to raise. Baby season is our favorite time at the Center as most are not injured and have an excellent chance of surviving. Next, Barred Owls will follow (probably already hatching); Screech Owls, Red-tails, and Kestrels are not far behind. And the Barn Owl season can last all sum-mer into fall, since they can produce several broods in good weather and plentiful food! All of these babies can really consume mass quanti-ties of mice and rats, but we love them anyway!

Nature Discovery Day Camps

There’s still time to register for camps! Hurry, the early bird discount ends May 12. Forms for registration are available online. For questions or information, contact our Manager of Day Camps at 402.731.3140 x1016 or [email protected].

GRANDS & MEGRANDS & MEAges 4 to 8Ages 4 to 8Grands & PolliwogsGrands & PolliwogsA Grand AdventureA Grand AdventureAges 9 to 12Ages 9 to 12Grands in the WetlandsGrands in the Wetlands

TODDLERSTODDLERSAges 3 and underAges 3 and underThings with WingsThings with WingsNight Time at Night Time at Camp Brewster Camp Brewster

DISCOVERERSDISCOVERERSAges 4 and 5Ages 4 and 5Below Your ToesBelow Your ToesClaws & PawsClaws & PawsColor My WorldColor My WorldNature Through Nature Through Eric Carle’s Eyes Eric Carle’s EyesPuddle Ducks Puddle Ducks

ADVENTURERSADVENTURERSKindergartenKindergartenA is for Ants, B is for A is for Ants, B is for Beetles....S is for Spiders Beetles....S is for SpidersNature DetectivesNature DetectivesDinosaurs Rock!Dinosaurs Rock!Nifty Night CrittersNifty Night CrittersAll About Amphibians All About Amphibians (and Reptiles, too) (and Reptiles, too)Open the Door, Let’s ExploreOpen the Door, Let’s ExplorePond DiscoveriesPond Discoveries

EXPLORERSEXPLORERS1st & 2nd Grade1st & 2nd GradeCrazy about CrittersCrazy about CrittersBoys at BrewsterBoys at BrewsterGlorious GirlsGlorious GirlsA Planting We Will GoA Planting We Will GoWetlands WondersWetlands WondersHabitat HavocHabitat HavocUp, Up, and Away....the Up, Up, and Away....the Sky’s the Limit! Sky’s the Limit!Inspect an InsectInspect an InsectOh, What a Tangled Web We SeeOh, What a Tangled Web We SeeA Sample of ScienceA Sample of Science

SEEKERSSEEKERS3rd & 4th Grade3rd & 4th GradeMarsh MusicMarsh MusicTake a HikeTake a HikeScat, Tracks, & TrailsScat, Tracks, & TrailsNature’s EngineersNature’s EngineersSkeeters, Ticks, & Flies, Oh My!Skeeters, Ticks, & Flies, Oh My!Gals in the WetlandsGals in the WetlandsGuys in the ForestGuys in the ForestTime TravelerTime Traveler

TRACKERSTRACKERS5th & 6th Grade5th & 6th GradeCanoeing 101: A Beginning...Canoeing 101: A Beginning...All Day Adventures CampAll Day Adventures CampCanoeing 102: Canoeing 102: The Next Chapter... The Next Chapter...Zombie Camp or Zombie Camp or How to Survive in the Wild! How to Survive in the Wild!

Great Horned Owls 115 Swainson's Hawks 5Red-tail Hawks 101 Peregrine Falcons 4 E. Screech Owls 69 Golden Eagles 3Cooper's Hawks 41 Merlins 3Am. Kestrels 35 N. Harriers 2 Bald Eagles 19 Ospreys 2Barn Owls 14 Long-eared Owls 2 Turkey Vultures 10 Broadwing Hawk 1 Barred Owls 10 Burrowing Owl 1Sharp-shinned Hawks 10 Prairie Falcon 1Rough-legged Hawks 6 Snowy Owl 1 Mississippi Kites 6 Total 461

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CONTRIBUTIONS & SUPPORT

BenefactorBenefactor($2500 - above)($2500 - above)Laura and William ShiffermillerLaura and William Shiffermiller

Distinguishing PatonDistinguishing Paton($1000 - $2499)($1000 - $2499)Paul and Maureen HalburPaul and Maureen HalburBryan HandlosBryan HandlosLeland Russell and Mary Liz JamesonLeland Russell and Mary Liz JamesonHoward J. and Gloria C. KaslowHoward J. and Gloria C. KaslowBill Kathol and Linda Head, M.D.Bill Kathol and Linda Head, M.D.

Sustaining PatronSustaining Patron($500 - $999)($500 - $999)Jim and Mary HawkinsJim and Mary HawkinsAnne HubbardAnne HubbardLawrence R. and Jeannette JamesLawrence R. and Jeannette JamesRichard W. and Ruth LaughlinRichard W. and Ruth LaughlinJanet McCraeJanet McCraeDaniel and Cheryl MorrisDaniel and Cheryl MorrisH. Douglas and Karen RileyH. Douglas and Karen RileyEdward B. and Victoria F. RocheEdward B. and Victoria F. RocheChristine Smith and Lynne MacDonaldChristine Smith and Lynne MacDonald

Supporting PatronSupporting Patron($250 - $499)($250 - $499)Mike and Becky AppMike and Becky AppJohn Arndorfer and Mary CarnazzoJohn Arndorfer and Mary CarnazzoJonathan and Traci BeanJonathan and Traci BeanMichael BerryMichael BerryRobert and Anne BotheRobert and Anne BotheChester and J. Louise BressmanChester and J. Louise BressmanSal and Mary Kay CartaSal and Mary Kay CartaDennis and Ann ChristiansenDennis and Ann ChristiansenRobert and Linda FuchsRobert and Linda FuchsJames and Christine JacobsenJames and Christine JacobsenRobert and Cheryl LeavittRobert and Cheryl LeavittTad Leeper and Mary Coady-LeeperTad Leeper and Mary Coady-LeeperMartin and Lorraine MancusoMartin and Lorraine MancusoChris and Sarah McGowanChris and Sarah McGowanBill and Judy MuellerBill and Judy MuellerAthena Ramos and Jose SanchezAthena Ramos and Jose SanchezRobert and Stacie Reed, Jr.Robert and Stacie Reed, Jr.Robert D. Rose and Kathleen Crawford-RoseRobert D. Rose and Kathleen Crawford-RoseSteve and Julee SauerSteve and Julee SauerThomas D. and Denese H. StalnakerThomas D. and Denese H. StalnakerGary L. and Carol ThompsonGary L. and Carol ThompsonRobert and Sandy TumaRobert and Sandy TumaRicardo and Ramona TurnerRicardo and Ramona TurnerJames T. and Dian WarrenJames T. and Dian Warren

PatronsPatrons($100 - $249)($100 - $249)C. Shawn BengtsonC. Shawn BengtsonTerry Calek and Lee PolikovTerry Calek and Lee Polikov

Janis and Robert ColeJanis and Robert ColeWilliam E. and Rose Marie DavisWilliam E. and Rose Marie DavisMatt and Kristi DavisMatt and Kristi DavisMarcus Maydew and Catherine Demes-Marcus Maydew and Catherine Demes-MaydewMaydewJoe and Ruth ErmanJoe and Ruth ErmanDavid and Ruth GarrisonDavid and Ruth GarrisonJohn and Kay Lynn GoldnerJohn and Kay Lynn GoldnerMace Hack and Rosie ZweibackMace Hack and Rosie ZweibackD. Paul and Marge HartnettD. Paul and Marge HartnettMatt and Jessica JakshaMatt and Jessica JakshaMarilyn and Bill RishelMarilyn and Bill RishelDennis and Jill SmithDennis and Jill SmithDon and Julie StavneakDon and Julie StavneakCarl E. and Ellen StonerookCarl E. and Ellen StonerookDave and Nancy ValentaDave and Nancy Valenta

DonationsDonationsLisa BethelLisa BethelBarbara BlohnBarbara BlohnDavid and Dorothy Bowman, Jr.David and Dorothy Bowman, Jr.Lee and Pam CheeverLee and Pam CheeverBeth DeanBeth DeanLinda DeedsLinda DeedsMark and Beth DietzMark and Beth DietzWilliam GasperWilliam GasperRollin and Sue GentesRollin and Sue GentesGary and Cindy HarmonGary and Cindy HarmonBrad and Allison HertzlerBrad and Allison HertzlerDeanna HoskinsDeanna HoskinsBeth JenckesBeth JenckesSusan Jones and Trinity BishopSusan Jones and Trinity BishopAdrian and Clare KoestersAdrian and Clare KoestersGary and Barb LeMoineGary and Barb LeMoineLaurel E. LewisLaurel E. LewisKristina Lewis and Courtney SmithKristina Lewis and Courtney SmithChris and Sarah McGowanChris and Sarah McGowanMatt MillerMatt MillerPhilip and Michelle MortlockPhilip and Michelle MortlockDagmar NeilsenDagmar NeilsenCarol NiemannCarol NiemannPaul and Connie RandazzoPaul and Connie RandazzoKyle ScheefKyle ScheefTom and Christine SchulteTom and Christine SchulteThe Miller FoundationThe Miller FoundationSteve and Molly VachaSteve and Molly VachaRoger and Kathy WellsRoger and Kathy Wells

Corporate and Foundation GivingCorporate and Foundation GivingKiewit Companies FoundationKiewit Companies FoundationMerck Partnership For GivingMerck Partnership For GivingMetLifeMetLifeOn Pointe Dance CentreOn Pointe Dance CentreSalesforce.com FoundationSalesforce.com FoundationSecurity National BankSecurity National BankSherwood FoundationSherwood FoundationUnion Pacific Corporation - GivePlus ProgramUnion Pacific Corporation - GivePlus ProgramVoice NewsVoice News

TributesTributesIn Memory of Jim Haggart, Jr.Cynthia Anderson

In Memory of Jim Haggart, Jr.Barbara L. Smith

In Memory of Joan L. FlowersBetsy FinchRosa FrancisNancy HanshawNancy HinnahDan MorganLoretta MosierDonna Nichols

In-Kind GiftsIn-Kind GiftsSecurity National BankRobert D. Rose and Kathleen Crawford-Rose

Neale WoodsNeale WoodsGeorge F. Haddix

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A Special Thank You to Our A Special Thank You to Our Donors & SponsorsDonors & Sponsors

Catholic School ProgramCatholic School ProgramAn Education Program for Students in the Omaha Archdiocese An Education Program for Students in the Omaha Archdiocese Friend of the ForestFriend of the ForestEmbark: Journey Into NatureEmbark: Journey Into NatureSisters of Mercy West Midwest CommunitySisters of Mercy West Midwest Community

Environmental Expeditionary Environmental Expeditionary Learning Initiative: Learning Initiative: An Education Program for Western Hills An Education Program for Western Hills Magnet CenterMagnet CenterLincoln Financial FoundationLincoln Financial Foundation

Erosion Abatement & Restoration ProjectErosion Abatement & Restoration ProjectJim and Mary HawkinsJim and Mary HawkinsLozier FoundationLozier FoundationNebraska Environmental TrustNebraska Environmental TrustPapio-Missouri River Natural Resource DistrictPapio-Missouri River Natural Resource DistrictR. Joe Dennis FoundationR. Joe Dennis Foundation

Free Forest AdventuresFree Forest AdventuresDr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Memorial Foundation Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Memorial Foundation

Forest SustainerForest SustainerBlack WalnutBlack WalnutFriend of the Forest Friend of the Forest Methodist Health SystemMethodist Health SystemShagbark HickoryShagbark Hickory J. William and Ruth Lind Scott Fund J. William and Ruth Lind Scott FundKiewit Companies FoundationKiewit Companies Foundation

WebologyWebologyAn Education Program for Omaha Public School Fourth An Education Program for Omaha Public School Fourth Grade StudentsGrade StudentsOmaha Schools FoundationOmaha Schools FoundationWells FargoWells Fargo

H2Omaha: Missouri River Science Education Initiative H2Omaha: Missouri River Science Education Initiative An Education Program for Omaha Public School Sixth Grade StudentsAn Education Program for Omaha Public School Sixth Grade StudentsOmaha Schools FoundationOmaha Schools FoundationWilliam Leopard Charitable Lead Trust William Leopard Charitable Lead Trust

Interpretive Trail Kiosk SponsorInterpretive Trail Kiosk SponsorBob and Evelyn Veach FoundationBob and Evelyn Veach Foundation

Youth Environmental Education ProgramYouth Environmental Education ProgramGFH and SAH FoundationGFH and SAH FoundationH. Lee and Carol Gendler Charitable FundH. Lee and Carol Gendler Charitable FundLawrence R. and Jeanette James FoundationLawrence R. and Jeanette James FoundationMammel Foundation Mammel Foundation The Miller FoundationThe Miller FoundationRobert H. Storz FoundationRobert H. Storz Foundation

Who Do We Serve?

EducationEducationFormal School Visits/Field Trips• 1,513 Archdiocese of Omaha Catholic Schools, eight inner-city schools: Pre-K– 8th Grade • 5,151 Bellevue Public Schools, Sarpy County: Pre-K – 6th Grade • 408 Council Bluffs Community – High Schools Programs• 820 Kiewit Summer Fun Club• 1,017 Omaha Public Schools, All: Webology, 4th Grade • 2,754 Omaha Public Schools, All: H2Omaha, 6th Grade • 828 Omaha Public Schools, Western Hills Magnet Center: Expeditionary, 2nd – 6th Grade • 1,977 Educational Self-Guide Groups• 7,990 Youth Environmental Education Programs: Omaha Public Schools and other school districts including Council Bluffs Community School District, Elkhorn Public Schools, Gretna Public Schools, Millard Public Schools, Westside Community Schools

Onsite & Outreach EducationOnsite & Outreach Education• 338 Boy and Girl Scout Programs• 2,744 Mud Pies (Early Education Program for Children Accompanied by an Adult)• 526 Nature Discovery Camps• 2,609 Speaker Series, Live Animal Demonstrations, Bird Banding, Other• 3,571 SUN: Seniors Understanding Nature• 342 Workshops (Continuing Education for Teachers)

VisitorsVisitors90,000+ Annually • 2,000 acres of upland and lowland forest, native prairies, wetlands, lakes, and waterways • 26 miles of marked and maintained trails • Two fully handicap accessible boardwalk trails• 200 public education programs, activities, and major science exhibits• Acorn Acres, an outdoor playscape for children with nine activity areas• Habitat Hollow interactive exhibit gallery for children

VolunteersVolunteersAreas of Service• Administration, Apple Pie Bakers, & General Maintenance• Board of Directors• Education/Teacher Naturalist • Environmental Projects/ Land Stewards and Land Management• Special Events• Guild of Fontenelle Forest

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CONTRIBUTIONS & SUPPORT

VolunteersVolunteersThank you to our many talented volunteers. Your work here at Fontenelle Forest helps provide a place where people can experience and enjoy the quiet wild of nature!

Thank you for volunteering from February – March 2014.

Patty AlbrightPatty AlbrightMary Lou AlfieriMary Lou AlfieriJennifer AllowayJennifer AllowayCarrie AnslingerCarrie AnslingerAngela AthyAngela AthyJennifer BarteltJennifer BarteltPenny BartholomewPenny BartholomewLouise BauckLouise BauckJames BeebeJames BeebeJudith BellJudith BellJerry BoganowskiJerry BoganowskiAlexis BoulosAlexis BoulosJoAnne BowdenJoAnne BowdenAmy BrownAmy BrownJennifer BrummundJennifer BrummundMichael BurkeMichael BurkeAngi BurmeisterAngi BurmeisterMic BurtMic BurtJulianne CarbonellJulianne CarbonellFrank CarnabyFrank CarnabyThomas ChausseeThomas ChausseeAlbert Lee CheeverAlbert Lee CheeverPamela Joy CheeverPamela Joy CheeverRuihong ChenRuihong ChenAnn ChristiansenAnn ChristiansenJessica CoviJessica CoviKathleen Crawford-RoseKathleen Crawford-RoseSean CrowellSean CrowellAmanda DanaAmanda DanaDawn Daniel-ConlonDawn Daniel-ConlonMarissa DaskiewiczMarissa DaskiewiczKristi DavisKristi DavisBob DinslageBob DinslageShannon DombrowskiShannon DombrowskiJenny DoyleJenny DoyleSharon DraperSharon DraperChufan DuChufan DuAmy DuboiseAmy DuboiseDavid DvorakDavid DvorakHeather EfawHeather EfawMarty ElftmannMarty Elftmann

Amber FaheyAmber FaheyNelli FalzgrafNelli FalzgrafGina FeelyGina FeelyJessica FeinsteinJessica FeinsteinMindyForalMindyForalMichelle FossMichelle FossRobert FuchsRobert FuchsJody GalataJody GalataSue GentesSue GentesSusan GrafSusan GrafBetty GrenonBetty GrenonDianne GuinnDianne GuinnAndrea GuttaAndrea GuttaPaul HalburPaul HalburJean HankinsJean HankinsRuss HankinsRuss HankinsKatie HartnerKatie HartnerBlake HatfieldBlake HatfieldJim HawkinsJim HawkinsJami HeidemannJami HeidemannRoger HildebrandtRoger HildebrandtKristin HoffmanKristin HoffmanLisa HoffmanLisa HoffmanBrett HommeBrett HommeJenny HulaJenny HulaCamille HussmanCamille HussmanDennis HynesDennis HynesLois InskeepLois InskeepJeannette JamesJeannette JamesJenny JanesJenny JanesKelly JeffreysKelly JeffreysIngrid JohnsonIngrid JohnsonKate JohnsonKate JohnsonLisa JorgensenLisa JorgensenHoward KaslowHoward KaslowCecilia KingCecilia KingClem KlaphakeClem KlaphakeJennifer KoomJennifer KoomKara KrehbielKara KrehbielCatherine KuperCatherine KuperAaron LambAaron Lamb

Joanne LangabeeJoanne LangabeeEmily LauritzenEmily LauritzenTad LeeperTad LeeperKristin LewisKristin LewisMissy LewisMissy LewisJulie LiakosJulie LiakosLes LowreyLes LowreyChuqi LuoChuqi LuoMissy MagnusonMissy MagnusonJustine MarshallJustine MarshallMartha MaysMartha MaysSarah McGowanSarah McGowanDean McVickerDean McVickerKate MurphyKate MurphyJarl NelsonJarl NelsonSusan NemerSusan NemerBonnie NewmanBonnie NewmanBrian OgleBrian OgleVickie OrrVickie OrrBabs PadelfordBabs PadelfordLoren PadelfordLoren PadelfordIsabelle PaikIsabelle PaikJane PalmerJane PalmerAmberle ParkinAmberle ParkinAmy ParksAmy ParksDenise PaulDenise PaulBrandi PelleritoBrandi PelleritoHolly PendleyHolly PendleyWanda PendleyWanda PendleyJulie PetersonJulie PetersonAdrienne PetsickAdrienne PetsickLinda PlockLinda PlockJeanne PricerJeanne PricerJeff QuandtJeff QuandtDonald RanheimDonald RanheimDebra RatzlaffDebra RatzlaffTiffany ReganTiffany ReganMegan RingenbergMegan RingenbergChris RobieChris RobieChristine RobieChristine RobieLydia RossLydia Ross

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1111 Bellevue Blvd. NorthBellevue, NE 68005

www.fontenelleforest.org

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PAIDOmaha, NE

Permit No. 679

Fontenelle Forest Nature CenterFontenelle Forest Nature Center1111 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)

E x p e r i e n c et h e Q u i e t W i l d

of Nature

Neale WoodsNeale 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:Phone: 402.731.3140 Email:Email: [email protected] Web:Web: fontenelleforest.org Find us on:Find us on:

GENERAL INFORMATION

Fontenelle Forest's May/June 2014 Leaflet

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Transcript of Fontenelle Forest's May/June 2014 Leaflet