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| Adopt A Tree Program | |
| Film Festival | |
| Free Nature Walks | |
| General | |
| Indoor Explore Program | |
| Make & Take Workshop | |
| Nature Program | |
| Private Functions | |
| Property Maintenance | |
| Skill Training | |
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Calendar developed and supported by Kieran O'Shea
2011 PROGRAMS AT PFEIFFER NATURE CENTER
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FREE NATURE WALKS ~ LILLIBRIDGE PROPERTY
Jan. 1, Feb. 5, Mar. 5, Apr. 2 , May 7, Jul. 2, Aug. 6, Sep. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3
Enjoy a leisurely walk through a rare old growth forest with large specimens of Eastern Hemlock, White Pine, American Beech, and Red Oak and observe the seasonal changes in this majestic forest. Suitable for all ages. 9-10 AM Free Lillibridge
FREE NATURE WALKS ~ ESHELMAN PROPERTY
Jan. 26, Feb. 26, Mar. 26, Apr. 23, May 28, Jun. 25, Jul. 23, Aug. 27, Sep. 24
Take in an easy walk through our retired farmlands observing the seasonal changes in out shrub wetland, mature meadow, creek and pond edges, and the mixed hardwood forest. Suitable for all ages. 9-10 AM Free Eshelman
FREE BIRD WALKS ~ ESHELMAN PROPERTY
May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28 ~ Cattaraugus County Bird Club Walk
Now that the migrant birds are back and breeding is getting underway, it’s a great time to explore bird watching. Come out and enjoy the sights and sounds discovered in this exciting sport! Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. 8-11 AM Public Welcome/Free Eshelman
INDOOR EXPLORE PROGRAM
Feb. 17 ~ Indoor Explore—Fur, Skulls, Tracks & Scat!
We’ll learn about our native mammals by examining their features and the things they leave behind! Specimens will be available for an up-close look. 6-8 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 PNC Office
Mar. 10 ~ Indoor Explore—Looking for Spring Buds
Join thousands of others in gathering valuable environmental and climate change information from across the country. Project BudBurst engages the public in making careful observations of the phenophases such as first leafing, first flower, and first fruit ripening of a diversity of trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses in their local area. We’ll introduce you the local species of interest and how to observe and record your findings. 6-8 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 PNC Office
Apr. 14 ~ Indoor Explore—Listening for Spring Peepers
What are those croaking, peeping, groaning, and snoring sounds outside? Frogs of course! Join us as we investigate the songs of our local amphibians and learn how we can help them through citizen science. Project FrogWatch connects you to the natural world taking your observations and connecting them to local research. 6-8 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 PNC Office
June 16 ~ Indoor Explore—Insect-O-Rama
So you say Ugh! To Bugs? Not so here! Explore the wondrous insect life cycle. See where the bugs are while waiting for spring. Investigate live and preserved specimens. 6-8 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 PNC Office
Nov. 17 ~ Indoor Explore—Migrating Birds
It’s the change of seasons! Learn which birds stay and which leave the area for other parts of the world. 6-8 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 PNC Office
MAKE AND TAKE WORKSHOPS
Jan. 6 ~ Let’s Make ~ Recycled Bird Feeder
Do you enjoy watching the colorful birds in the winter? Come create a decorated bird feeder from recycled plastic jugs. Decorate it to suit your taste and help our feathered friends survive the harsh WNY winter. 6-8pm Office ~ Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5
May 5 ~ Let’s Make ~ A Kite
Learn the techniques of kite building then put them into practice by creating your own unique kite. 6-8 pm Office ~ Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5
May 26 ~ Let’s Make ~ A Wildflower Press
Learn about how to select, press, and use dried wildflowers in lovely craft projects and collection books. Make and take your own flower press. 6-8 PM $20 includes all materials PNC Office
July 7 ~ Let’s Make ~ Butterfly Mounting Plate
They flit; they flutter, but do not be flustered! You too can learn to identify common butterflies in our area and be acquainted with their lifecycles. Come see a demonstration on how to catch, preserve, and mount butterflies. Make your own net and learn which butterflies can be selectively collected. 6-8pm Office ~ Gen Public $25/PNC Members $20 includes all materials
July 23 ~ Let’s Make ~ Soap
Come and make your own soap using native plants. These native plants have wonderful healing qualities. Leave with the knowledge to make your own soap, a sample of soap, a jar of jewel weed juice, and a jar of birch leaf oil. 10:30am-2:30pm Lillibridge ~ Gen Public $35/PNC Members$30 includes soap and supplies
July. 28 ~ Let’s Make ~ A Native Bee Pole
Learn how to make your own Native Bee Pole. This pole will attract solitary bees to help pollinate your gardens. There are 97 different species of native bees. Native bees are non aggressive, do not colonize, or make hives. Make and take your own bee pole. 6-8 PM $20 includes all materials PNC Office
Aug. 18 ~ Let’s Make ~ A Bat House
It’s GOOD to attract bats to your yard. Learn about the native bats, where to place a bat house, and hear about the diseases affecting our local bat population. Make and take your own bat house using simple materials and tools. It’s fun for the entire family. Families may choose to construct one house together. Each additional family member participates for an additional $5. 6-8 PM $20 includes all materials PNC Office
Sep. 8 ~ Let’s Make ~ A Bluebird House
Did you know the E. Bluebird, (Sialia sialis) is our state bird?! NOW is the time to prepare nesting sites for next springs ‘blue-tiful’ birds. Join us to learn about bluebirds, how to attract them, and make and take your own bluebird house. Families may choose to construct one house together. Each additional family member participates for an additional $5. 6-8 PM $20 includes all materials PNC Office
Oct. 6 ~ Let’s Make ~ A Groovy Tie Dyed Shirt
Tie dye is IN! Learn the basics of tie dying using natural berry dyes. Make and take your own masterpiece on a provided 100% cotton t-shirt. You can also bring additional t-shirts (60% cotton or higher is best) to decorate too! 6-8 PM $20 includes all materials PNC Office
Oct. 27 ~ Let’s Make ~ Recycled Note Paper
Save a tree! Learn the basics of papermaking and create neat and interesting paper out of old recycled newspaper. Make and take your own recycled notecards. 6-8 PM $20 includes all materials PNC Office
Sept. 24 ~ Introduction to Brewing
Learn how to make some delicious wine and not just from grapes! This class is for those who are interested in learning how to make wine from nature’s bounty. Enjoy an overview of the wine making process, sample some yummy mixes, and get your hands wet learning the process. Participants must be age 21 or old. Register by 10/22/11. 10:30-2:30 PM Gen. Public $35 /PNC Members $30 Lillibridge
Dec. 8 ~ Let’s Make ~ Gifts for the Birds
Create special treats and ‘gifts’ to help our feathered friends survive the harsh WNY winter. Decorate your yard or evergreen trees with these nutritious & festive ‘Bird Cookies’, Pine Cone treats, and more! 6-8 PM $20 includes all materials PNC Office
NATURE PROGRAMS
Feb. 6 ~ Winter Ecology Walk
Walk through the woods and discover significant changes that occur in the winter and how they affect the plants and animals. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Mar. 5 ~ Snowshoe Nature Walk
This is a small group experience using snowshoes to explore the trails of Lillibridge and enjoy the quiet and peace of the snow ladened forest. Snowshoes provided. Experience limited to 6 participants. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Apr. 2 ~ Spring Buds Walk
Before June busts out all ‘over, the buds swell and begin to flourish in the springtime sun. Take a stroll and observe this amazing process on a variety of trees in our old growth forest. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
May 7 ~ Spring Edibles Walk
Spend a morning with our herbalist learning about the bounty of wild plants. Learn about safe foraging, sample edibles in the field, taste prepared products from the forest, concoct an infusion of fragrant leaves, see samples of natural dyes and herbal remedies. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
May 28 ~ Collecting & Pressing Wildflowers
You can capture the timeless beauty of wildflowers! Learn how to select and press flowers. Take home your own wildflower press and a beautiful craft project done with flower colors. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 (extra $10 for flower press) Lillibridge
Jun. 18 ~ Wondering About Wildflowers
Wonder no more! During May, many wildflowers spring back to life! The old-growth forest and meadow will serve as backdrops during this gentle walk to enjoy and learn about some of our native wildflowers with a wildflower expert. Learn to identify local wildflowers using a dichotomous flower key. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge & Vicinity
Jun. 18 ~ Know the Night Walk
Unlike humans, night creatures are well adapted to the dark. Come learn and experience these differences in adaptation while you walk our trail in the dark of night. Smell like the coyote, see like the owl! Not appropriate for children under the age of 5. 8-10 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Eshelman
Jun. 25 ~ Critters of the Creek Walk
What’s in the water? Walk the creek and collect assorted critters (macro-invertebrates), enjoy games, and see who lives in the water! Be prepared, it’s hands on and feet wet fun! 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Eshelman
Jul. 2 ~ Fabulous Ferns Walk
Are you flabbergasted by ferns? Many ferns and fern allies grace the grounds of Lillibridge, from those tucked at the base of ancient oaks to delicate wisps in the verdant fields. These marvelous primordial spore bearing plants can be identified using a simple key introduced on this walk. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Jul. 7 ~ Fantastic Forest Fun
A day in the woods for KIDS only! It’s a one day sampler of everything the woods has to offer… from moss to mammals, bugs to birds, salamanders to sow bugs… walk in the woods, romp in the meadow, do a few crafts, lounge through lunch at the pavilion. Have a great day exploring and take home your own tied dye t-shirt, and hand made nature prints. For ages 6 and up. Fee includes a white cotton t-shirt for each kid to tie dye. Bring a bag lunch and snack. Beverages are provided. 10-3 PM Gen Public $25/PNC Members $20 Lillibridge
Jul. 23 ~ Owl Prowl & Night Walk
Join our wildlife rehabilitation specialist to learn about these elusive and beautiful creatures. It’s a fascinating up-close look at owls. There will be a live bird display and hands-on activities followed by a short hike into the dark night to call in native, wild owls. 7-9 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Aug. 6 ~ Magical Mushrooms, Mystical Molds Walk
Take a walk through the cool old growth forest hunting the numerous species of fungi that grow there while your guide recounts the ancient lore associated with them. Learn which are harmful and which are helpful to both plants and humans. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Aug. 6 ~ Know the Night Walk
Unlike humans, night creatures are well adapted to the dark. Come learn and experience these differences in adaptation while you walk our trail in the dark of night. Smell like the coyote, see like the owl! Not appropriate for children under the age of 5. 8-10 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Aug. 27 ~ Sala’Meander
Fall is the best time for a salamander hunt. Join us as we search for these fascinating creatures. Lillibridge has fifteen species of amphibians and reptiles that call the habitat of the old growth forest home. Come prepared to roll some logs and turn over some leaves. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Sep. 3 ~ Critters of the Creek Walk
What is in the water? Walk the creek, collect critters (macro-invertebrates), enjoy games, and see who lives in the water! Hands on! Feet wet! 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Eshelman
Sep. 24 ~ Owl Prowl & Night Walk
Join our wildlife rehabilitation specialist to learn about these elusive and beautiful creatures. It’s a fascinating up-close look at owls. There will be a live bird display and hands-on activities followed by a short hike into the dark night to call in native, wild owls. 7-9 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Oct. 1 ~ Wonders of Fall Walk
What makes the leaves turn color? This and other fall wonders will be explored on a leisurely walk through the ever changing old growth forest. 10:30-12:30 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Oct. 1 ~ Know the Night Walk
Unlike humans, night creatures are well adapted to the dark. Come learn and experience these differences in adaptation while you walk our trail in the dark of night. Smell like the coyote, see like the owl! Not appropriate for children under the age of 5. 7-9 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Eshelman
Oct. 22 ~ The Seedy Truth
The autumn fields are abundant with nature’s harvest. Uncover the mysteries of how nature packages her seeds and the clever ways they are dispersed in fall on this walk through the fields of Lillibridge. 10:30am-12:30pm Lillibridge ~ Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5
SKILL TRAINING
SPECIAL EVENTS
Feb. 12 ~ Snowshoe Blitz
You’ve always wanted to try it… and we couldn’t make it easier! The snow loving folks at Paths, Peaks,, and Paddles will be on hand to fit you for snowshoes, give a little lesson on how to mosey around, then head off to the woods for a guided tour of the winter wonderland. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Lessons start every 30 minutes. Bring your family and friends for this winter adventure. 10-2 PM Adults $5/Children under age 10 $3 includes snowshoes & cocoa Lillibridge
Apr. 9 ~ Hike & Learn
Come spend the afternoon hiking with your family. This event combines a hike with “Stop & Study” fun nature stations along the trail. A volunteer who will share nature facts and engage your children in an interesting, interactive lesson on the great outdoors staffs these stations. Collect all the badges, one from each site, and earn a colorful naturalist badge! 1-4 PM Gen Public $10/PNC Members $5 Lillibridge
Jun. 4 ~ Woods Walk & Trail Run
Get Out & Celebrate National Trails Day. Follow rolling hills, woodlands, meandering streams near meadows and grasslands, and wonderful vistas on trail selections which range from easy to more difficult. TBA Eshelman
Jun. 18 ~ Historic Cabin Tour
Our cabin, listed on the National Historic Registry, is a great place to step back in time and learn about the American Chestnut tree, the Pfeiffer/Wheeler/Dusenbury families, and the ties between the Nature Center and another great forest, Hearts Content in western Pennsylvania. 9-10 AM Free Lillibridge
Sep. 22 ~ Annual Friend-Raiser Picnic
If you’ve enjoyed Pfeiffer Nature Center, we invite you to bring along a friend and a picnic basket and take in a wonderful sunset at Lillibridge. The leaves will be tipped with color, the air crisp, and woods full of life preparing for the upcoming winter. BYOB & Picnic. Ice cold cider and a bonfire provided. 6-8 PM Free Lillibridge
