During this long, cold, season, many visitors have enjoyed the winter white beauty of Sahli Nature Park. Our bird feeders have attracted lots of visitors too, a black and white striped Red Bellied Woodpecker, Chickadees, Nuthatches, Tufted Titmouse, Gray Squirrels, Fox Squirrels, deer, rabbits and even a old gray Opossum on milder days. You can see the beauty of the park and our wildlife visitors by viewing photos on our Sahli Nature Park Facebook. Our Facebook page also includes interesting information on environmental topics and links to related sites. Each month, even throughout the winter, Girl Scout troops have taken turns patrolling our trails, cleaning up litter and broken branches and reporting fallen trees. Thank you Ladies! Spring will bring a wide variety of wildflowers. Almost every week, something new will be in bloom. It will make time to hike with your family, your dog, or by yourself. Bring a picnic lunch, and don’t forget your camera. Stop in at the cottage information center for information about the park and its wildlife and plants. Be sure to sign our guest book. Try your luck at fishing in the pond, but remember, it’s Catch and Release Only! In the early spring we will begin a habitat enrichment project by planting 80 seedlings of native plants that will provide food and shelter for wildlife including birds, butterflies and other insects. The Cub Scouts will help with the planting. Our pollinator gardens and wildflower meadows are nationally registered with the National Wildlife Federation and with Monarch Watch for providing wildlife habitat, especially for Monarch Butterflies. In June, at the Cottage Information Center, you can see live Monarch caterpillars as they transform into beautiful orange and black butterflies. This spring, the United States Monarch population will be the lowest ever recorded due to habitat loss and the use of pesticides. Find out how you can help these beautiful butterflies on your Facebook page and at the informational display in the cottage. During the past year, we have worked with several scout troops and helped them to earn their badges by conducting classes and nature walks. If you would like to arrange a class or a nature walk for your group or organization, please contact us by email at sahlinaturepark@comcast.net. We always welcome volunteers. If you would like to help with trail maintenance, gardening, or nature activities, please contact us by email at sahlinaturepark@comcast.net.

Sahli Nature Park News CHIPPEWA TOWNSHIP RECREATION PROGRAMSApril 2014 to December 2014 Events

EXCITING THINGS ARE HAPPENING IN CHIPPEWACheck us out on Facebookwww.Facebook.com/chippewarecreation

EASTER EGG HUNT

WHEN: Saturday, April 12, 2014, 1 p.m.WHERE: Chippewa Park, Klein Street (old pool area, behind Yolanda’s Restaurant)DETAILS: For children up to 8 years old. Over 4,000 eggs, Mr. & Mrs. Bunny, petting zoo, face painters, balloon artists, prizes, refreshments

FAMILY BOWLING PARTY

WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 2014, from 3 to 5 p.m.WHERE: White Township Bowling LanesDETAILS: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Each person will get shoes & bowl at least 2 games.

MOVIE UNDER THE STARS

WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 2014, at dusk (8:45 p.m.)WHERE: Chippewa Park, Klein Street (old pool area, behind Yolanda’s Restaurant)DETAILS: Popcorn and refreshments. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair.

11TH ANNUAL CHIPPEWA TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY

WHEN: Saturday, June 21, 2014, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.WHERE: Chippewa Township Municipal Building, 2811 Darlington RoadDETAILS: Music, food, fireworks, special guests, kids’ activities. Fun for all ages.

PIRATE BASEBALL GAMEWHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2014, Bus leaves from the Chippewa Township Municipal Building Parking Lot at 4 WHERE: Pittsburgh, PA. DETAILS: Cost of the Pirate game ticket is $24. The bus ride & tailgate party at the stadium are free. Hot dogs, chips and drinks are provided. Pre-registration is required by June 23rd. Call the Recreation Office at 724-847-2705 to register. Leave your name and telephone number.

FAMILY POOL PARTYWHEN: Sunday, August 3, 2014 from 7 to 9 p.m. WHERE: East Palestine Park pool in Ohio DETAILS: Free to Chippewa Township residents. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Swimmers, don’t forget to bring your suit and a towel!

SUMMER CONCERTWHEN: Saturday, August 16 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.WHERE: Chippewa Park, Klein Street (old pool area, behind Yolanda’s Restaurant)DETAILS: Bring a lawn chair or a blanket.

MOVIE UNDER THE STARSWHEN: Saturday, September 6 at 8:30WHERE: Chippewa Park, Klein Street, (old pool area, behind Yolanda’s Restaurant) DETAILS: Popcorn and refreshments. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Enjoy a family oriented movie.

BUS TRIP TO CABELA’S STORE (HUNTING, FISHING, OUTDOOR MERCHANSIDE)WHEN: Sunday, September 21, 2014 from noon to 5 p.m.WHERE: Wheeling, West VirginiaDETAILS: Bus leaves Chippewa Township Municipal Building parking lot at noon. Bus returns at approximately 5 p.m. Call the Recreation Office at 724-847-2705 to sign up. Leave your name and telephone number. Seats available for the first 50 people who sign up by September 14th.

OCTOBERFESTWHEN: Saturday, October 25, 2014, from 1 to 3 p.m.WHERE: Chippewa Park, Klein Street, (old pool area, behind Yolanda’s Restaurant)DETAILS: Hayride, pumpkin decorating, prizes, petting zoo, face painting, crafts, popcorn, candy, refreshments.

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING TRIP TO SUGAR CREEKWHEN: Saturday, November 15, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.WHERE: Sugar Creek, OhioDETAILS: Bus leaves Chippewa Township parking lot at 9 a.m. Bus returns at approximately 6 p.m. Call the Recreation Office at 724-847-2705 to sign up. Leave your name and telephone number. Seats available for the first 50 people to sign up by November 3rd.

CHRISTMAS IN CHIPPEWAWHEN: Saturday, December 6, 2014, from 1 to 3 p.m.WHERE: Blackhawk High School, orange cafeteriaDETAILS: For children up to age 10. Pictures with Santa, presents, crafts, face painting, cookies, refreshments

RECREATION BOARD MEMBERSBrooke Graff, Krisha Kennelly, Nancy Knallay,

Kent Parkhill, Cindy Vannoy, Teresa Wright, Chuck Wissner

ALTERNATES: Theresa Adler, Katie Lechene, Larry Justi,

Kathy Michael, Steve Zachewicz

To register to attend events or for additional program information call the Recreation Office at 724-847-2705.

Check out our signs along Route 51 for event information. All activities are free to Chippewa residents. All bus trips are free. All you pay is the admission to the events. Come and take part in these activities for all ages. A special thanks to the Chippewa Township Supervisors for providing these events to the community!