Current Programs & Activities
Early Winter Bird Stroll - December 5, 2009 - 9:00am-noon
FEE: $8 adults (PRE-PAID)
This is an excellent excuse to take a break from all the hectic Christmas shopping and get out and enjoy some early winter bird watching. Participants will learn about basic backyard bird identification, how to select the appropriate bird feeder(s), types of bird foods for purchase and how to provide natural foods from bird friendly landscaping. Squirrel and critter proofing your feeders will also be covered.
Our bird stroll will begin with watching the birds utilizing our feeders in front of the Learning Center. We have over 15 different styles of bird feeders that draw in a wide variety of birds. Later in the morning, a short walk on some of the nearby trails will provide sightings of new arrivals of wintering birds and late migrating birds. Binoculars and field guides will be available. Pre-registration is required and limited to 10 participants, ages 10 and above.
Ongoing Programs & Activities
For Everybody
Here's your opportunity to take advantage of the many educational and entertaining programs and activities for all ages at Howell Woods. You'll find a variety of programs that may include:
- Animal Tracks & Signs
- Backyard Wildlife
- Basic Plant/Tree ID
- Boater Safety
- Canoeing
- Forestry Management
- GPS (Global Positioning System)
- Habitats
- Landscape for Wildlife
- Mammals, Reptiles, & Amphibians
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- Map & Compass
- Night Hikes/Owl Prowl
- Pond, Creek, & River
- Recycling
- Seasonal Ecology
- Trail Cameras
- Water Quality
- Wildlife Ecology
- Wildlife Habitat Management
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Programs can be tailored to the subject of your choice and may be as broad or specific as needed. You can choose from programs on wildlife or the environment.
For the Wildlife Enthusiasts
Natural resource agencies often hold various workshops and
clinics at Howell Woods for the public and targeted groups. These may
include:
- Project WILD Workshop
- CATCH Workshop
- Project WET
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- Advanced Project WILD Workshop
- Partners in Flight Bird ID Workshop
- Project Learning Tree
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Classes are
available at various times throughout the year.
Are There Charges?
Some programs are offered as continuing education courses
through the College and applicable fees/charges will apply. Other programs
designed for the family may have a small fee as well. These fees are used to help
fund various activities at the Learning Center. Johnston County Public
Schools are not charged for school sponsored field trips.
