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| 13 Ways Not to Die at Little
River Canyon |
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Although Little River Canyon may be one of the
most beautiful places in the world, careless acts have caused
injuries and even the death of some visitors. As part
of this safety program, National Park Staff will share stories
of the rescues and deaths that occur every year in and around
Alabama's deepest gorge. |
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Saturday, July 1, 2006 |
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DeSoto State Park Campground (Nature Center in case of rain)
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8:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
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No fee or registration |
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Learning by the Lake Series: Forest
Ecology
Join United States Forest Service biologists and JSU Field School
experts for an interesting hour of educational fun at Coleman Lake
Recreational Area in the Talladega National Forest. Take advantage
of the beautiful location and camp for the weekend! Family friendly.
Date: Saturday, July 8,
2006 (See 2nd Saturdays May – October)
Where: Coleman Lake Recreational Area (near
Heflin, AL)
Time: 1:30 pm – 2:30
pm
Fee: $3 day
use fee at entrance; camping fees apply for overnight |
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“Explore Our World”
JSU Advanced
Kids Into Nature Camp (Ages 7 – 9)
Participants for this camp must have completed JSU Nature Camp introduction.
Led by JSU Field School coordinator, Renee Morrison and her field
assistants, campers will build on the knowledge they’ve gained
in past camps by traveling to various locations between the deepest
canyon and the highest mountain in Alabama. Field trips potentially
include Chattanooga Children’s Museum, Little River Canyon,
DeSoto State Park, Talladega National Forest, Cheaha State Park,
and SIFAT Global Village. Hands-on science, art and experiences
with live animals make this camp an incredible experience. Campers
build their own memory journal and will be given a photo slide show
disk at the end of camp to share with their families. This camp
is limited to ten lucky campers…so register early!
Date: July 10 – 14, 2006
Where: JSU Campus & off Site Exploration
Time: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Fee: $175 per participant
(includes lunch, admission fees & supplies) |
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“Explore Our World”
JSU Advanced
Kids Into Nature Camp (Ages 10-12)
Participants for this camp must have completed JSU Nature Camp introduction.
Campers will build on the knowledge they’ve gained in past
camps by traveling to various locations between the deepest canyon
and the highest mountain in Alabama. Field trips potentially include
Chattanooga Children’s Museum, Little River Canyon, DeSoto
State Park, Talladega National Forest, Cheaha State Park, and SIFAT
Global Village. Hands-on science, art and experiences with live
animals make this camp an incredible experience. Campers build their
own memory journal and will be given a photo slide show disk at
the end of camp to share with their families. This camp is limited
to ten lucky campers…so register early!
Date: July 24 – 28,
2006
Where: JSU Campus & off Site Exploration
Time: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Fee: $175 per participant
(includes lunch, admission fees & supplies) |
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Cherokee Trail of Tears
Thousands of Native Americans were taken from their homelands
and sent to Oklahoma on this infamous trek. JSU geologist Kelly
Gregg will share the story of this tragic chapter in our nation’s
history.
Date: Friday,
July 14, 2006
Where: Desoto State Park
Campground (Nature Center in case of rain)
Time:
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee:
No fee or registration |
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Native American Pottery Workshop
Join expert potter, Tammy Beane, to learn how pottery was made on
Lookout Mountain thousands of years ago. We’ll provide the clay
as well as bone needles and paddles to make designs on your pots.
A handout will be provided detailing the firing techniques discussed
in the workshop. Pre-registration is required.
Date:
Saturday, July 15, 2006
Where:
DeSoto State Park Nature Center
Time: 10:00
am – 12:00 noon
Fee: $15/
adult; $5/ child |
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Geologic History of Little River Canyon
Join geologist Kelly Gregg to learn about the ancient inhabitants
of Little River—sharks, corals, ferns, ancient trees, and even giant
salamanders.
Date: Saturday, July
16, 2006
Where: DeSoto State Park Campground (Nature
Center in case of rain)
Time:
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee:
No fee or registration |
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Ecology of the Canyon for Children
An evening program geared toward introducing children to local environmental
issues. Topics will include rare plants and animals, clean water,
and more. National Park Ranger Larry Beane will entertain children
and adults with his knowledge of Little River Canyon's special qualities.
Date: Friday, July 21, 2006
Where:
DeSoto State Park Campground (Nature Center in case of rain)
Time: 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee:
No fee or registration |
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Fishes of Little River
You might be amazed at what's swimming down in the Canyon! JSU biologist
Dr. Mark Meade will have you hooked on the diversity and lifestyles
of the fishes of the Little River.
Date:
Saturday, July 22, 2006
Where: DeSoto State Park
Campground (Nature Center in case of rain)
Time:
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee:
No fee or registration |
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