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SUMMARY:Saturday Kids' Activity: Geology Is Everywhere: Sedimentary Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Drop in any time between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. for a hands-on kids’ activity! \nAttention\, (junior) geology enthusiasts! Join us for an exciting series of touch and learn sessions on geology. Master Naturalist and geology/earth sciences educator Jamie Watson will be leading these drop-in sessions the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from April through July. \nGeology is everywhere! In June\, we’ll explore sedimentation and sedimentary rocks – including Glacial Lake Missoula sediments! We’ll also dive into arrowheads and the effects of rivers and streams on sediment transportation and deposition. Bring your map from April’s activity (we’ll have more to pass out\, too) \, so you can add in the locations of the different kinds of rocks we’re learning about and go see them for yourself! \nCost: Free with membership / cost of admission.
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/saturday-kids-activity-geology-is-everywhere-sedimentary-rocks/2024-06-22/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center
CATEGORIES:Drop in With a Naturalist,Kids' Program,Saturday Kids' Activities
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling at the Summer Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 22\nTime: 12:00-2:00 p.m.\nLocation: Meet at Milltown State Park Confluence Area \nRegister Now \nIf you have ever thought about starting and keeping a nature journal\, this is your opportunity to start your journaling practice in the field! \nClass will begin with a short discussion about the basics of starting a nature journaling practice. Then we will take some time to explore the landscape. Each student will have an opportunity to create a first page out on the trail with guidance. Handouts will be provided about materials to use\, page composition/layout\, and basic nature journaling writing and drawing strategies. Be sure to dress warmly since we will be standing or sitting for periods of time. The only materials you need for this class are a chair\, pad\, or blanket for sitting outside\, a blank journal\, a pen\, and pencil. You may want to bring basic art supplies (colored pencils and watercolors) for adding color. We will have a few of these items available for use during class\, and will provide you with guidance on the right supplies to purchase should you decide nature journaling is for you. \nRecommended Materials:\nJournal\nPen\nPencil \nInstructor: Michele Esser is a 5-year Missoula resident and mixed media artist who completed her Master Naturalist certification in 2020. Professionally\, Michele is a Technology Training Manager with an 18-year career in software training. When she is not working or making art\, Michele is skiing and hiking\, as well as volunteering at the MNHC or exploring a naturalist topic of interest. \nFAQ \nWhat’s the refund policy?\nThe course fee (minus a 25% administrative fee) is refundable if a cancellation is made up to 7 days before the event. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after this deadline. See our full refund/cancellation policy here. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?\nNope! We will have a list of all the attendees.
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/nature-journaling-at-the-summer-solstice/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Discovery Day,Naturalist Field Experience
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SUMMARY:Poets in the 'Root
DESCRIPTION:This FREE event is sponsored by Bitterroot Audubon\, O’Hara Commons and Sustainability Center\, Blue Heron Nature Tours\, and the Montana Natural History Center. \nNature in nearly all manifestations has inspired poets since there were poets! And at least since the Roman poet Horace wrote Ars Poetica\, or the Art of Poetry\, in 19 BCE\, literature\, including poetry\, has sought to both instruct and delight. \nPoets in the ‘Root combines these two aims in an uncommon but simple way. One person reads a favorite poem or part of a poem that uses an element of nature to convey its message (we have a list if you want recommendations). Then\, the same or another person gives an explanation (5 minutes max) of some aspect of that nature element. The explanation focuses on nature interpretation\, not literary interpretation. Listeners get a bit of poetry and a bit of natural history. \nAnyone can volunteer to read a poem and/or offer nature interpretation. Most will read poems by others\, but if you’re a poet\, we’d love to hear your own work. This is a fun way for Master Naturalists to earn credit towards certification. \nWe’ll have refreshments\, including iced tea\, wine\, and snacks! Event will take place on the lawn of the lovely O’Hara Commons – please bring your own chair. \nWant to volunteer? Have questions? Contact Micki Long at mickilong@gmail.com. \nFree and open to the public! \nArt by Deb Goslin.
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/poets-in-the-root-2/
LOCATION:Montana Natural History Center
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Discovery Day,Naturalist Field Experience,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Virtual Naturalist Book Club #1
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monthly\, on the second Tuesday of the month  \nTime: 6:30 p.m. \nLocation/Platform: Virtual Zoom Classroom \nThe only thing better than reading a fascinating natural history book (and there are so many of them!) is getting to discuss it with a wonderful group of like-minded people. We can help you do that! Join one of our free naturalist book clubs\, where you can read and discuss a great new book each month\, enjoying various perspectives and insights\, all from the comfort of your own home. (Cozy pjs are perfectly acceptable attire.) \nYour hosts are Master Naturalist Suzanne Hendrich and Deborah Drain. \nYou will need a computer that can access the internet and Zoom platform in order to participate. \nThere are some spaces available in this book club. Contact cmorris (at) montananaturalist.org to sign up.  \nGroup is limited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.montananaturalist.org/event/virtual-naturalist-book-club-1-2/2024-06-11/
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