THURSDAY |
| 6:30-7:25pm | Nature Cop
Exciting adventures of a Federal Wildlife Officer.
Curtis Stone
TTU 201 | Rain Barrels
The how’s and why’s of collecting and utilizing rain water. Bonnie Newby
TTU 318 | All About Bears
Black bear ecology and management in Tennessee. Joe Clark
TTU 320 | |
| 7:30-8:25pm | Corps of Engineers RecreationalOpportunities
Boating, hiking, fishing, hunting, watching wildlife and other activities. Jamie Summers
TTU 201 | Composting
The do’s and don’ts of composing. Donna Jassitt
TTU 318 | Precious Stones
Why and when are “stones” precious. Finding treasures in nature. Wayne Leimer
TTU 320 | Night Sky 8:00-9:30
What can you see in the night sky without a telescope? Meet in the large open field.
Steve Robinson
CCP |
FRIDAY |
6:30-
7:25pm | Varmints
Skunks, Foxes, Raccoons, ‘Possums, & Groundhogs. Tom Roberts
TTU 201 | Salamanders of the Cumberland Plateau
Learn about salamanders and their habitat. Mark Thurman
TTU 318 | Butterflies / Gardening
Growing plants that attract butterflies.
Nancy Snope
TTU 320 | Unwanted Pests in Our Trees
Solutions to insects and diseases that may kill your trees. Guy Zimmerman
TTU 209 |
| 7:30 – 8:25pm | Caves – Eco System Underground
The ins and outs of Tennessee’s many caves. Cory Holliday
TTU 201 | Buzz About Rattlesnakes
Learn the truth about Tennessee’s most misunderstood animal. Danny Bryan
TTU 318 | Native Americans of theUpper Cumberlands
Fascinating history and legends of our area’s earliest residents. Op Walker
TTU 320 | Under the Microscope6:30 – 8:30
Stop by and see what’s living under the microscope. TTU 308 |
SATURDAY |
| 7:00- 10:00am | Bird Walk
Find and identify birds by sight and sound at Cane Creek Park.Meet at Concession Stand. Barbara Stedman CCP | | |
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| 10:00- 10:55am | Growing Mushrooms
Learn how to grow delicious mushrooms of several varieties. Shelter #2
Dan Twyman
CCP | Wildflower Walk Check out all the flowering plants & learn their names as you walk through Cane Creek Park. Shelter#1
Danny Bryan
CCP | Fishing Techniques 10:00-12:00Techniques and equipment for successful fishing. Hands-on chances to participate. Fishing Pier TTU Fisheries Students
CCP | TWRA Wildlife Exhibit 10:00 - until
Visit the educational exhibit brought to us by Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency.
Shelter #1 Parking Lot CCP |
| 1:00- 1:55pm | GPS and Geocaching
Use GPS units to find hidden objects. Meet at Shelter #2. Dan Twyman
CCP | Scavenger Hunt
Look for items found in nature. Fun for kids & parents. Start at Shelter #1.
Mike Richardsom CCP | Ensor Sink Park Walk
Learn about the formation of sinkholes and other geological phenomenon in the park. Evan Hart
Ensor Park | Canoeing 1:00-3:00
Check out the fundamentals of pleasure/leisure canoeing. Come dressed to get wet. Meet at Concession Stand.
Alfred & Dale Ballinger
CCP |
| 2:00- 2:55pm | Wild Herb WalkLearn to identify medicinal herbs in the wild. Meet at Shelter #2. John Warner
CCP | Tree Walk
Learn to identify trees by shape, bark, foliage, and other clues. Meet at Shelter #1. Dan Comb
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| 3:00- 3:55pm | Edible & Inedible Plants
What to eat and what to avoid in the wild. Shelter #2
Dan Twyman
CCP | Leaping Frogs
Frogs and toads from TN. Live animals will be displayed. Shelter #1 Danny Bryan CCP | | |
| 5:30- 6:25pm | Exploring Central CaliforniaSlides of giant trees, cascading rivers, tidal pools, elephant seals, banana slugs, and more. TTU Biology Students
TTU 201 | Herbs for a Healthier YouCleaning and healing of the body with pure herbs. John Warner
TTU 318 | Incredible InsectsLearn neat facts about one of the most diverse groups of animals on earth.
Chris Brown
TTU 320 | Touch a Snake – 5:30-8:30
Visit our reptile (and other) friends. Snake handling is optional. TTU 308 |
| 6:30 7:25pm | Hunting Opportunities in Alaska
Moose, Caribou, Black Bear, & Brown Bear hunting in Alaska.
Steve Carter
TTU 201 | Fascinating Fossils
See some fossils from this area and learn how and when they were fossilized.
Larry Knox
TTU 318 | Eight -legged Freaks
Learn about spiders and scorpions. Live animals will be displayed
Chris Brown
TTU 320 | Nature Kids Activities – 6:30-8:30pm
Come and go for hands-on “nature” fun for the younger generation. Ages 5 & up.
TTU 310 |
| 7:30- 8:25pm | Horseback Camping in Peru
Exploring Cusco, the Inca Trail, and Macchu Pichu.
Mike Richardson
TTU 201 | Living Green
Examples of earth-friendly lifestyles. Kim Phann
TTU 318 | Live! Birds of Prey
Including a bald eagle. Interesting facts and stories. Dave Haggard
TTU 128 | |
SUNDAY |
| 1:30-2:25pm | Wood Art
Live demonstration making wooden bowls on the lathe. Shelter #2. John Lucus
CCP | Scavenger Hunt
Look for items found in nature. Fun for kids & parents. Start at Shelter#1.
Mike Richardson CCP | Create a Backyard SanctuaryHow to attract and provide for various wildlife in your backyard. Shelter #3. C.B. Coburn
CCP | TWRA Wildlife Exhibit 1:30-3:30
Visit the “educational exhibit” brought to us by Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency. Shelter #1 Parking Lot.
CCP Canoeing 1:30-3:30Check out the fundamentals of pleasure/leisure canoeing. Come dressed to get wet. Meet at Concession Stand.
Alfred & Dale Ballinger CCP
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| | Lost Creek Cave Tour *THIS TOUR HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO A BAT DISEASE. | |
| 2:30- 3:25pm | Turtle TimeLearn about turtles found at Cane Creek Park and elsewhere in TN. Live turtles will be displayed. Shelter #2.
Dan Combs
CCP | Marble GamesMeet the National Marbles Champion and learn about this fascinating sport. Includes demonstration & participation.
Shelter #1. Molly & Jeff Kimmell CCP | All About Bees & Bee KeepingLearn about honey bees and bee keeping. Shelter #3 Ray Wheeler CCP |
