Community Notes as of 3/8/12
FRIDAY-MARCH 9 AM EVENING OF JAZZ
Harford Community College presents nationally renowned jazz vocalist and recording artist Jeff Hall with the 3rd Coast Vocals in an Evening of Jazz on Friday, March 9 at 8 p.m. in the College's Joppa Hall, Recital Hall #1.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $1 for youth. To order or for more information, call 443-412-2211. Reasonable accommodations for a documented disability may be requested by calling Disability Support Services, 443-412-2402. A minimum notice of two weeks may be needed to provide some accommodations.
SATURDAY-MARCH 10
WHITE-TAILED DEER SURVEY
Harford County seems to be experiencing explosive population growth and not just with humans. Come help determine if the deer population of Leight Park is a healthy size. Come get the scoop on poop and conduct pellet (deer scat) counts out on the trails to determine how many deer call the Park home. This program will be held 9 a.m. to 12 noon for ages 16 to adult. The program is free but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
CRITTER DINNER TIME
Come watch the turtles, fish and snakes eat while learning more about these fascinating creatures. This program will be held at 10:30 a.m. and is free for all ages. No registration required.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
MARA (Maryland Amphibian & Reptile Atlas) MONITORING
Volunteer to survey different areas of the Reserve to locate and document all reptile and amphibian species. Training will include identification skills and atlas protocols, and a mock survey. This is year three of a five-year survey, and super stuff has been found. Help the Center get complete and accurate count. This program will be held at 1 to 3:30 p.m. for ages 14 to adult. The program is free, but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
RETURN OF THE RAPTORS
Learn about the birds of prey that hunt around the Estuary Center and discover their migratory stories. Walk the uplands and lowlands in search of these imposing birds. This program will be held at 2 to 4 p.m. for all ages, under 8 with adult. The program is free, but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
INVASINATORS
Become a part of the volunteer team of invasive plant removers and native plant restorers. Learn why non-native invasive plants are a threat to the ecosystem, how to identify problem plants, and removal and restoration strategies. Wear sturdy shoes, long sleeves, and work gloves for field work in the Reserve each meeting date. Participants receive an Invasinators t-shirt after attending two work days. This program will be held 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. for ages 14 to adult. The program is free, but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
SUNDAY-MARCH 11 ANIMAL TRACKS
Find, identify, and make plaster casts of animal tracks at Bosely Conservancy. This program will be held at 2 to 4 p.m. for ages 6 to adult, 6 to 12 with adult. The cost is $3 per person and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
SATURDAY-MARCH 17
"GREEN" TERRARIUM
Bring an empty 2-liter soda bottle and earn a doubly "green thumb" by making a terrarium for growing plants using only recycled materials. Take a bit of green home to brighten late winter days. This program will be held at 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for ages 5 to adult, 5 to 8 with adult. The cost is $3 and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
NATURE IS SWEET
Many tasty treats start out as natural products. Make and sample candies where nature lends a hand. This program will be held at 1 to 3 p.m. for ages 8 to adult, 8 to 12 with adult. The cost is $7 and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
FAMILY CAMPFIRE
Come to the Pontoon Pier property for food and seasonal fun around the campfire. The topic is St. Patrick's Day. This program will be held at 6:30 to 8 p.m. for all ages. The cost is $3 per person or $10 per Family and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
GRASSES TO THE MASSES WORKSHOP
Learn what submerged aquatic vegetation or SAV is, why it is important to the Bay and how to help restore bay grasses. In this free workshop for volunteers, participants will be given instruction, equipment, and plant material to grow SAV at home. Then, come back this spring to plant the SAV in Otter Point Creek. No experience necessary. The workshop will be held 1 to 2:30 p.m. for ages 6 to adult, 6 to 15 with adult. The program is free, but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
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BLUEBIRD NEST BOX
Prepare for the arrival of bluebirds and brush up on wood-working skills. Build a nest box, learn where to place them, and have fun. Bring a cordless drill and Phillips screwdriver. This program will be held at 2 to 3:30 p.m. for ages 8 to adult, 8 to 12 with adult. The cost is $10 per box and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
ST. PATTY'S DAY TEA
Dress up and come for a lovely Celtic story time and tea in celebration of an Irish Spring. This program will be held at 3 to 5 p.m. for parents and children ages 4 and up. The cost is $10 per parent and child, and $5 for each additional child and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
SATURDAY-MARCH 24
21st ANNUAL MARSH CLEAN-UP AT THE BOSELY CONSERVANCY
The Bosely Conservancy is part of the Otter Point Creek Component of CBNERR-MD. Join members of the Izaak Walton League and Harford County Parks and Recreation and CBNERR volunteers to keep the marsh beautiful. This program will be held at 9 a.m. to 12 noon for ages 8 to adult, 8 to 12 with adult. The program is free, but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
SEARCH FOR THE FISH HAWK
Learn about the life and times of an osprey. Hike the shoreline and other local osprey haunts to determine if the "fish hawks" have returned to Otter Point Creek on their usual schedule. This program will be held at 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. for ages 8 to adult, 8 to 12 with adult. The program is free, but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
NATURAL EGG DYEING
Come for this annual program to celebrate spring. Use natural materials to color and decorate holiday eggs. Refreshments will add to a festive afternoon. This program will be held at 2:30 to 4 p.m. for all ages, under 11 with adult. The cost is $4 and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
SUNDAY-MARCH 25
PYSANKY: THE ART OF UKRAINIAN EGGS
Create a beautiful egg in a Ukrainian tradition reaching back to antiquity. Eggs are decorated with symbolic motifs rooted in nature and the cycles of life. (Among the designs used are insects, sheaves of wheat, stars, acorns, garlands of flowers, birds, and mammals.) Each participant will receive a Pysanky kit containing the basic tools and materials required for the class. This program will be held at 1 to 4 p.m. for ages 10 to adult, 10 to 13 with adult. The cost is $15 and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
NATURE TALES - SPRING
Story time with a nature twist. Come listen to stories, learn new songs and move like the animals. This program will be held at 1:30 p.m. and is free for all ages. No registration required.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
BEAKS AND BILLS
Look at the beaks of birds and learn what they like to eat. Participants will have the opportunity to test each beak, while chipping, prying or scooping food. This program will be held at 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. for ages 5 to 10. The cost is $5 and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
FRIDAY-MARCH 30
THE FINTON FORMULA FUN VISITING SCIENTIST SERIES
Come for exciting hands-on chemistry and environmental science fun, guided by guest scientists from the local community. Space is limited. This program will be held 4:30 to 6 p.m. for ages 10 to 13 or 5th to 8th grade. The cost is $4 and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
SATURDAY-MARCH 31 EARLY SPRING TREEMENDOUS TREES
Bring twig samples in and learn how to identify trees without leaves. Hike the Discovery Trail to test skills and search for some tremendous trees that have won stately awards. Each recipient will receive an ACLEC tree guide. This program will be held at 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. for ages Families, 6 to adult. The cost is $3 and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
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SINGING FROG HIKE
Adventure out for an evening hike in the marsh to listen to the music of early season frogs. Wear boots that can get wet. Rain or shine. This program will be held at 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. for ages 5 to adult. The cost is $3 per person or $10 per family and online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org.
For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
TURTLE TELEMETRY
Take part in real science and search for and monitor local box turtles. Learn to use radio telemetry gear and consider being a regular turtle monitoring volunteer. Come on out and have some fun. This program will be held at 9 to 11 a.m. for ages 11 to adult, 11 to 13 with adult. The program is free, but online registration is required at www.otterpointcreek.org. For information or directions to the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, call 410-612-1688 or 410-879-2000, ext. 1688.
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