2011-2012 "Speaking of Nature" Lecture Series
FLCC Muller Field Station
6455 County Road 36
Honeoye, New York
Please join us for an exciting and informative lecture series at the Muller Field Station of Finger Lakes Community College. Presentations by college faculty, staff and local scientists are free and light refreshments will be provided. Seating is limited and reservations are required for each program. For more information and to make reservations, call Nancy Lawson at 585-785-1257.
Wednesday, May 2, 7:00-8:30 pm
Butterflies as Botanists with Steve Daniel. This talk will take a closer look at our butterflies, many of whom have very specific relationships with plants. If you're interested in butterflies, it's a great help to know something about our flora. And botanists will find a new world opens as they learn the connection of some special butterflies to some of their favorite plants. This talk will explore some of these interrelationships, and will include some stunning imagery of these beautiful six-legged creatures.
Saturday (morning), June 2, 7:00-9:00 am
Event Full – No Longer Accepting Reservations
Birds of the Southern Honeoye Valley with Sasha MacKenzie, Finger Lakes Community College. For nature lovers that are early risers, this morning walk along the field station’s hiking trails will fascinate you with sightings of brightly colored songbirds in their breeding plumage. You will also learn details about bird ecology including their use of natural habitats and artificial nest boxes. Some binoculars can be borrowed from the field station but, if you have your own, please bring them with you. Limited to 15 people so make your reservation early.
Saturday (morning), June 9, 7:00-9:00 am
Event Full – No Longer Accepting Reservations
Channel Paddle with Nadia Harvieux, Environmental Outreach Educator at Muller Field Station. Canoe or kayak through the beautiful Honeoye Inlet wetlands and learn about their importance for water quality protection and wildlife habitat. We will also look for sign of wetland mammals, including beaver, muskrat and river otter. Some college boats can be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own. Limited to 12 people so make your reservation early.
Thursday (evening), June 14, 6:00-8:00 pm
Event Full – No Longer Accepting Reservations
Channel Paddle with Bruce Gilman, Finger Lakes Community College. Canoe or kayak through the beautiful Honeoye Inlet wetlands and learn about the role of wetlands in protecting the water quality of Honeoye Lake. Also learn about wildlife and wetland plant indicators. Some college boats can be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own. Limited to 12 people so make your reservation early.
Tuesday (evening), June 19, 6:00-8:00 pm
Event Full – No Longer Accepting Reservations
Channel Paddle with Berna Ticonchuk, Finger Lakes Community College. Canoe or kayak through the beautiful Honeoye Inlet wetlands. You may catch a glimpse of a beaver or river otter. Some college boats can be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own. Limited to 12 people so make your reservation early.