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Introduction to Winter Wildlife Tracking at The Nature Institute

When the snow flies and the winds blow our outdoor environment is transformed. All at once we are better able to follow the tracks and signs of our wildlife neighbors, tracking their activities and discerning their habits. Where does the fox go? And the weasel? How do animals move through the winter landscape? Come and enjoy an introduction to wildlife tracking through the woods and meadows around The Nature Institute in Harlemville on Saturday, January 22nd, and Saturday, February 12th, from 9 a.m. to noon. Wilderness-skills instructors Michael Pewtherer and Jonathan Talbott will lead the workshops. The two workshops are independent; participants may attend either or both. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Workshop fee: $15 per person, or $30 per family, $8 students. Each workshop will begin at The Nature Institute, 20 May Hill Road in Ghent, NY (Harlemville). Bring warm clothing and boots, and binoculars if you have them. Workshops will take place with or without snow on the ground, but not during a storm. In case of inclement weather, call Michael Pewtherer at (518) 672-7018. For more information, or to pre-register, contact The Nature Institute at (518) 672-0116 or info@natureinstitute.org.