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Nature center in Massena has events throughout February for young people

Posted 2/12/12

MASSENA – Several events for young people are planned by the Friends of the Nature Center during the school break the week of Feb. 20. Tuesday through Friday a new nature topic will be presented …

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Nature center in Massena has events throughout February for young people

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MASSENA – Several events for young people are planned by the Friends of the Nature Center during the school break the week of Feb. 20.

Tuesday through Friday a new nature topic will be presented for students aged 5 to 12. Programs will be fun, hands-on and free of charge.

Programs will run from 10 a.m. to noon New York Power Authority’s Visitor’s Center at Hawkins Point. Class size is limited to 15.

• Tuesday, Feb. 21: Birds! - Learn all about winter birds and bird feeding.

• Wednesday, Feb. 22: Bugs! - Learn all about bugs and how they survive.

• Thursday, Feb. 23: Bats! - Learn why we should all love bats.

• Friday, Feb. 24: Animal Tracking - Learn who you’re following on the trail, or who’s following you.

Each afternoon, guided snowshoe hikes will take place at the Nature Center trails for all ages. Snowshoes will be available to rent for $4; no experience is necessary. Snowshoes come in an assortment of sizes; participants can wear their own winter boots.

Pre-registration for the daily programs is requested by calling 705-5022 or emailing ncrebirth@yahoo.com.