Ernie Miller Park Sunday Nature ProgramsBring the family to Ernie Miller Nature Center on Sunday afternoons
this winter for entertainment and educational experiences. Programs
begin at 2 pm and are approximately 45 minutes in length. Programs
are presented by Park Naturalists and Park Police Officers. Cost for programs
is $2.50 per person; children age 2 and under are free. Paid
at site. |
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Birds of Prey- January 4 By day or night, out of the sky flies a rodent's nightmare, the birds
of prey. Join our interpretive staff as they show why rodents fear
these great birds. Using live birds, participants will see up close
examples of these magnificent raptors and their special adaptations.
The Good, the Bad, and the Smelly - January 18 Take a different look at some of the not-so-glamorous animals around such as spiders, snakes, and skunks. These critters may not be loveable to all, but learn why they are important to our lifestyles and environment. Live snakes and spider will be displayed. Kansas Symbols- January 25 Celebrate Kansas statehood (Jan. 29)! What do the American bison, tiger salamander, and sunflower have in common? They are just a few of the natural symbols of the great State of Kansas. Learn about these and others through an interactive program with hands-on items and live animals. Join in with the presenter as we end the program with a rousing chorus of "Home on the Range". |
The Women of Kansas Past- February 1 Snakes Alive- February 8 Why is it that these creatures seem to terrifying? Could all the stories you have heard about snakes be true? See Kansas snakes as we explore the facts and fallacies or these legless wonders of the natural world. Wilderness Backpacking - February 15 Are you interested in seeing nature up close and off the beaten track? Learn about gear, clothing, food preparation, and practices for backpacking. Wildlife Who's Who - This presentation will feature live animals and reveal the mysteries of the food chain. Children of all ages will enjoy discovering the importance and habits of each animal and its place in nature. |


