BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:-//com.denhaven2/NONSGML ri_cal gem//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DESCRIPTION:Moose Hill Happenings February 2012 \; \; \;  \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;  \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; Family Programs\nFree Star Parties\nJo in local astronomers for a look at the stars and other night objects thr ough big telescopes. \; The event is on-going\, so drop in for all o r just some of the evening. \; This program is cancelled if sky cond itions are cloudy or in extreme snow/cold\; call Patti Austin at 781-784 -5691 x8103 after 6 pm for a recorded message concerning the status of t he program prior to attending. \; Park in the Nature Center parking lot and follow the marked trail to the viewing field. \; Bring a fla sh light for the short\, self-guided trail walk.\nTuesday\, February 21\ ; 7 &ndash\; 10 pmFree\nAdult Programs\nAnimal Signs\nTrain your eye to search out evidence of wildlife in your yard and at Moose Hill. \; J oin Patti Austin and search for tracks\, nests\, homes\, scat\, sounds\, and more during this interpretive outdoor walk just for adults. \; A guide card to animal tracks will be included. Animal Signs\nSunday\, F ebruary 12\; 1 &ndash\; 2:30 pm Fee: \; $5\,-$8  \;Pre-registrat ion required\n \;\nGroundhogs\nIt&rsquo\;s Groundhog Day! \; Sto ries\, a craft\, and plenty of fun games will complete this program abou t this celebrated animal. \; Pretend to be a groundhog and &ldquo\;t unnel&rdquo\; into your winter den. \; If the weather allows\, hike to see groundhog habitat. Thursday\, February 2\; 10 &ndash\; 11:30 am - 1 &ndash\; 2:30 pm \; $8- $11 \n \;\nRainbow Art\nWinter is ofte n void of brilliant color&hellip\;so why not create some! \; Explore the colors of the rainbow through a variety of art projects and experim ents. \; This all indoor program will also feature stories and an in door rainbow hunt. Wednesday\, February 8\; 10 &ndash\; 11:30 am 1 &ndas h\; 2:30 pm Fee per session: \; $8 -$11 \n \;\nMice are Nice\nMi ce are nice\, especially if you are a predator! \; Explore the lives of animals who eat mice: \; owls\, coyotes\, snakes\, and more.&nbs p\; Search for mouse tracks and leave seeds to help these small mammals get through the winter. Thursday\, February 9\;  \; \;10 &ndash\ ; 11:30 am 1 &ndash\; 2:30 pm Fee per session: \; $8- $11\n \;\n Night and Day \nExplore the lives of nocturnal animals during the day!&n bsp\; Search for owls\, bats\, and other nighttime critters during this game-filled program. \; A story about nocturnal animals will get us ready for our adventure as we try to wake snoozing wildlife. Wednesday\, February 15\; 10 &ndash\; 11:30 am -1 &ndash\; 2:30 pm Fee $8\, -$11\n& nbsp\;\nLeaping Critters\nIn honor of Leap Year\, jump into the lives of any creature that leaps\, hops\, or bounds. \; Can you leap like a leopard? \; Hop like a grasshopper? Bound like a bunny? \; This active day of games will be both indoor and outside. \; Make a paper frog that hops. Wednesday\, February 29\; 10 &ndash\; 11:30 am 1 &ndash \; 230pm\nFee $8--$11\n \;\nAges 6 &ndash\; 11\nKitchen Science\nSci ence is everywhere! \; Use items from a typical kitchen to help in u nderstanding the scientific method. \; Each session will feature exp eriments based on the themes listed above. \; Some experiments may b e outdoors\, so dress for the weather. Thursday\; 3:30 &ndash\; 5 pm Feb ruary 16\; Weather Wonders Fee $9 - $12 \n \;\n \;\n \;\nass isting with the Nature Gift Shop and other various changing activities. We offer ongoing training\, support and some benefits as well. If you ar e available one morning and/or afternoon during the week\, especially du ring the summer\, please call Jan Goba at 781-784-5691 or email her at j ngoba@massaudubon.org to learn more about this program.\n \;\nWanted : \; Maple Sugaring Help\nEvent Weekends\nCome join in the magic of sugaring by volunteering for our Maple Sugaring Festival. \; Volunte ers lead groups along the event trail\, portray historical characters\, run the sugar house (see below)\, manage indoor activities at the Nature Center\, and/or sell maple-related treats. \; Contact Patti Austin at paustin@massaudubon.org for details.\n \;\nSugar House\nWe need v olunteers to operate our sugar house. \; Contact Rich Savage at rsav age@massaudubon.org for details.\n \;\nCitizen Science Projects\nMoo se Hill has several opportunities in helping with wildlife monitoring pr ojects: \; bluebird house monitoring\, amphibian coverboard project\ , and assisting with the salamander crossing. \; If you are interest ed in more information on any of the above Citizen Science projects\, co ntact Christine Turnbull at cturnbull@massaudubon.org. \; No prior e xperience is necessary\, training is provided for all projects.\n \; \nVolunteer News\nVolunteer Opportunities\nWould you like to share your talents and your time to be a part of the Volunteer Team at Moose Hill? Opportunities are currently available for a Front Desk Reception Volunte er. Responsibilities include greeting visitors\, answering telephones\, processing program and membership registrations\,\n \;\n \;\nMap le Event\nMaple Sugaring Festival&hellip\;40 Years of Sweetness! \nSessi on 1: \; Sunday\, March 11 \n \; \; \; \; Don&rsquo\ ;t forget to change your clocks.\nSession 2: \; Saturday\, March 17\ nSession 3: \; Sunday\, March 18\n \;\nTimes Each Session: \ ; \n11\, 11:15\, 11:30\, 11:45 a.m.\, 12:30\, 12:45\, 1\, 1:15\, 1:30\, 1:45\, 2\, 2:15\, 2:30\, 2:45\, and 3 p.m.\n \;\nFee Information\nPr e-registration rate: \; $7 per person\nDay-of rate: \; $8 per pe rson\nChildren age three and younger are free.\n \;\nJoin in the cel ebration of 40 years of maple sugaring at Moose Hill! \; Travel back in time and discover the history of maple sugaring during this special 90-minute outdoor\, guided tour. \; Visit a Native American and colo nial site meeting with people portraying characters from the past as the y go about their daily chores\, including making maple syrup. \; End your travels in the present day at our operational sugar house where we are turning sap into syrup. \; A taste of the final product will co nclude your program. \; Dress for the weather\, but plan to come ins ide for additional sugaring fun after your tour.\n \;\nPancakes with syrup\, &ldquo\;sap&rdquo\; dogs\, maple popcorn\, and more delicious f ood items will be available for a small additional fee at the Nature Cen ter. \; Make a simple project to remind you of your maple sugaring e xperience at our children&rsquo\;s craft table.  \;Test your maple s ugaring knowledge at the quiz board. \; Learn about other Mass Audub on offerings and opportunities. \; Add your sugaring memories to our Memory Board and check out our images from past sugaring seasons. Pre-r egistration is highly recommended\, as some time slots may be filled.&nb sp\; If you have questions about this event\, please contact Patti Austi n at URL:http://jamaicaplain.patch.com/events/moose-hill-happenings-february-2 012-0b22f9ae SUMMARY:Moose Hill Happenings February 2012 LOCATION:293 Moose Hill St\, Sharon\, MA 02067: 293 Moose Hill St\, Sharo n\, MA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR