Long Island Pine Barrens Discovery Day



Discovery Day 2011 Descriptions of Events Saturday, June 11th
INTRODUCTIONS
	Featured guest speaker: David Krause
FUNSHOPS
			Presenters
Birds of Prey			Quogue Wildlife Refuge
		This program will introduce folks to live birds of prey, as they meet a few of the Refuge’s resident raptors. Learn the personal history of each native New York animal and why it lives at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge, as well as the adaptations that allow these animals to be such incredible hunters. Come see LIVE Birds of Prey up close and personal! Ages – All ages! Location: Auditorium – Shinnecock Building Maximum occupancy – 50
Birds of the Pine Barrens			John Turner, Town of Brookhaven
		From whip-poor-wills to warblers, to buntings to birds-of-prey, or sparrows to shorebirds,several dozen bird species use the various forest, field, and wetland habitats of the Pine Barrens for breeding, to feed in during spring and fall migration, and over the winter months. If you are interested to learn more about these beautiful and interesting species come to this informative program to learn the "Birds of the Barrens." Ages – 6 and Up Location: 208 – Shinnecock Building Maximum occupancy – 30
Pine Barrens Forest Fire Management			Michael Thompson, NYSDEC Forest Rangers
		This will be a fun introduction to the Rangers job, description of a prescribed fire and its benefits, tools and equipment used to fight forest fires. There will be a demonstration of tools and equipment used on prescribed fires and forest fires. See first hand Engine # 161 spray some water, some fore foam and all the tools needed to keep us safe! Ages – all ages Location: Meet in the Peconic Building Maximum occupancy – 15 people
Sea Shore Safari			Atlantis Marine World
		The creatures living along our local shores come in many different colors and shapes, and this program give guests the chance to meet some of these diverse characters. Visitors of all ages can learn about the varied coastal environments surrounding Long Island, as well as the animals that have adapted to those specific habitats. Come interact with our horseshoe crab, spider crabs, sea stars and more! Ages – all ages Location: 208 Shinnecock Building
Flying Squirrels of Long Island			Jennifer Higbie, Brookhaven National Lab
		Come join us as we discover the mysterious Southern flying squirrel. We'll talk about these rarely seen creatures that glide about the night sky. Although abundant, these small guys are often not seen. We'll go over what they eat, where they live, and how they are only one of two species in North America that can "fly". We will have a hands-on remote telemetry activity outside to show you how we find these illusive critters. Ages –7 years and Up Location: 209 Shinnecock Building Maximum occupancy – 30 people
Getting to know the Bees and Wasps!			Joe Napolitano, Suffolk Community College
		Often present (but not always welcome) bees and wasps represent one of the largest and most successful groups of insects in the world. Join entomologist Joe Napolitano of Suffolk County Community College for an exciting look at the diversity and biology of our local bees and wasps. We’ll take a field walk to observe live specimens and learn how to identify common bees and wasps by their appearance, nests and behavior. There will also be a large collection of mounted specimens for close-up viewing. Ages – all ages Location: 208 Shinnecock Building Maximum occupancy – 24 people
Carmans River Biodiversity Research			Longwood High School Students
		Longwood High School students will present their research and stewardship projects to introduce you to the biodiversity of Carmans River and Warblers Woods County Park in Middle Island/Yaphank. The students will discuss and display living examples of some of the interesting species they have collected and studied this year. In partnership with Suffolk County Department Parks, NYSDEC, the Pine Barrens Commission and Brookhaven National Laboratory, these students have developed an understanding of the history, biodiversity, chemistry and threats to these local environments. These students know the importance of maintaining the health and quality of these precious natural resources and are excited to share with the public what they have learned during the Pine Barrens Discovery day. Come see their presentations and discovery for yourself, what these resources offer the public as well as some of the important yet seldom seen members of our natural community. Age –6 years and up Location: 209 Shinnecock Building Maximum occupancy –30 people
Dwarf Pine Trail Walk @ Westhampton			Tom Casey- LI Greenbelt Trail Conference
		Take a short walk in the globally rare Dwarf Pine Plains, including a view of the 1995 wildfire site, then cross the road and walk a three-quarters of a mile interpretive loop trail. Look for turkey vultures, northern harriers, the elusive grey fox, lichens orchids and other rare biodiversity. Total mileage is about two miles. Wear sturdy footgear and water, and insect repellent; cameras optional. Age – 9 years to Adult Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult Location: Meet in Peconic Building Maximum occupancy –20 people
Pine Barrens Walk @ Cranberry Bog County Park			John Turner- Town of Brookhaven Steven Englebright- NY State Assemblyman
		Learn more about the important role wetlands play and the plants and animals that need the wetlands to survive. Look for elusive birds, carnivorous plants and endangered animals that call this habitat home. Also, learn about the history of the once thriving Long Island Pine Barrens Cranberry industry and why it is no longer here. Age – 9 years to Adult Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult Location: Meet in Peconic Building Maximum occupancy –20 people
Exhibitors –
Central Pine Barrens Joint Planning & Policy Commission NY State DEC Environmental Education Atlantis Marine World Quogue Wildlife Refuge I Fish NY Riverhead Foundation Madagascar Ankizy Fund Wertheim Wildlife Refuge Brookhaven National Laboratory Science Learning Center LI Science Center LI Greenbelt Trail Open Space Stewardship Program (OSSP) Suffolk County Parks LI Paddlers The Long Island Native Grass Initiative (LINGI) The Long Island Nature Collaborative for Kids (LINCK) East Hampton Audobon Society			Questions? Call: 631-224-2604 Tell a friend

INTRODUCTIONS

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