First Saturday Series: Frog Pond Adventure
Experience “love” from a frog’s point of view! Join the one-and-only, “Dr. Frog” George Cline, for an unforgettable evening of romance and songs from the first amphibian voices of the season. Learn to identify frog songs and get a hands-on experience with these slippery creatures. Participate in Frog Watch USA. Pre-registration is required. For more information on JSU’s Frog Pond, visit our website at http://epic.jsu.edu/frogpond
Date:   Saturday, January 7, 2006
           (See First Saturdays Feb – May)
Where: JSU Frog Pond
Time:   7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee:     $5/adult; $2.50/students
   

Second Saturday Space Safaris
Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these exciting programs for families led by Dr. Kelly Gregg or Dr. Laura Weinkauf. Programs may include astronomy on the large dome, exciting films and hands-on learning opportunities. To learn about the JSU planetarium, visit our website http://epic.jsu.edu/stars
Date:      Saturday, January 14, 2006
             (See Second Saturdays Feb – April)
Where:  JSU Planetarium (3rd Floor Martin Hall)
Time:     1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Fee:       $5/adult; $2.50/students
   
  Scooby Dooby Doo & Dr. Darling, too!
Join the zany adventure character, Dr. Darling (aka Renee Morrison), for a fun-filled LIVE animal program at the Quintard Mall. Dr. Darling will choose her Clue Crew from the audience and they will solve several Natural History Mysteries!
Date:    Friday, January 20, 2006
Where: Quintard Mall, Oxford AL
Time:    6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fee:      Free
   
  Pinhoti Trail Hike: Coleman Lake to Pink E. Burns Trail Head
Mountain streams, ravines, longleaf pines, and incredible vistas! join us for the first hike of the season along the Shoal Creek portion of Alabama's longest hiking trail.  Jeff Gardner from the USFS, and Keith Hudson of the Anniston Outdoor Association will assist hikers with winter tree identification in o one of the most diverse sections of the Talladega National Forest.  Bring a daypack with lunch, water, and snacks.  Be sure to check weather forecasts and dress accordingly.  This is a moderately strenuous hike.  Pre-registration is required. CEU's available for teachers upon request.
Date:     Saturday, January 21, 2006
Where:  Talladega National Forest Pink E. Burns Cabin
            Trail Parking (Transportation will be provided
            from parking area to start of hike.)
Time:    9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Fee:      $10/adult, $5/students
           (not recommended for children under 12)
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