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Members & Adults
Third
Thursdays
for Nature
Enthusiasts
Get back to Nature with
Family and Friends
This
new series of programs will run the third Thursday of every
month and is designed exclusively for you, our members. As a
member of the Brandywine Valley Association you are entitled to
invite your friends along, at the member price! Most programs
are geared toward teens and adults but some are appropriate for
families with children over six.
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Children 12 years
old and under are free and must be accompanied by an adult.
The cost is $5.00
for ages 13 to adult.
Members can invite
guests at the member price!
Parking is on the
office side of the property.
Meet at the
Browning Barn.
Registration and payment are due the Monday prior to your
program. Call 610-793-1090.
 October 16th, 2008 –
Fall Tree Identification
6:30-8:00 PM
The best
way to learn your trees is to go out with a field guide and
someone who knows trees better than you! Learn how to use a
field guide, basic plant vocabulary and then use bark, twigs and
leaves to help you identify the trees that display those
spectacular fall colors.
 November
20th – Natural Wreaths and Ornaments
6:30-8:30 PM
Prepare
your home for the holiday season while spending time socializing
with your neighbors. You will go on a short walk to collect
natural materials to supplement any supplies you would like to
bring from home. Also, you can bring your own glue gun, tacky
glue, and any shapes, forms, grapevine wreaths or other items
you would like to decorate. Some natural materials, glue and
demonstration projects will be provided.
December 18th – Earth Friendly Gift Wrapping
6:30-8:00 PM
Last
minute gift wrappers unite! Are you upset by the amount of
gift-related trash your family creates during the holidays?
Most commercial wrapping papers cannot be recycled, so learn how
to decorate your gifts in recyclable and reusable materials.
Some supplies will be provided. Bring your favorite fabrics and
seasonal stamps along with a few unwrapped gifts!
January
15th, 2009 – Family Stargazing
7:30-9:00 PM
Do you
know how to find the big dipper in the sky? How about Polaris,
our north star? Join us for an evening of stargazing and some
Greek and Roman mythology about the constellations. Bring a
blanket and a flashlight. Hot cocoa will be provided!
February 19th – Climate Change and Renewables
6:00-7:30 PM
Chester
County Citizens for Climate Protection (4CP) will lead a
discussion on how climate change is affecting our watersheds.
Find out what changes we can expect and what actions we can take
to reduce our impact. This presentation and discussion will
focus on greenhouse gas emissions, the problems associated with
coal and the challenges of ramping up renewable power supplies.
March
19th – Maple Sugaring
5:30-7:00
PM
 There’s a
story within that bottle of sweet maple syrup that you pour over
your pancakes and waffles. Come learn the origin of maple syrup
straight from the tap and see for yourself just how maple sap
becomes a delicious sugary treat.
April
16th – Spring Greening
6:00-7:30 PM
Time for
Spring Cleaning? How about Spring Greening your house this
year! Learn simple tips for maintaining a healthy, eco-friendly
home. Come prepared to open your mind to new ideas, and ready
to open your home to a more sustainable, biodegradable and
natural way to live.
May 21st
– Family Fishing Night
5:30 PM
to Dusk
We’ll
caravan from the Myrick
Center to a nearby pond for a fun-filled evening of fishing. Basic
instruction will be provided. All experience levels are
welcome. Equipment and bait will be furnished, or bring your
own.
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