September 23, 2014 “Michigan’s Raptors: Birds of Prey”
Presenter: Jerome Maynard, Chocolay Raptor Center
This program will be an introduction to the raptors of Michigan. Mr. Maynard will discuss raptor’s roles in the ecosystem, their interactions with humans, and threats and impacts of habitat destruction and climate change. Artifacts from birds will be used to demonstrate the magic of feathers, how raptors catch their prey, and how they live in the wild. There will be live birds for group members to observe up close and personal – and to take photographs too!
October 28, 2014 “Tombstones Can Talk – An Historic Tour of Negaunee’s Park Cemetery”
Tour Leader: Barry James, Historian, Michigan Iron Industry Museum
Get into the Halloween spirit by visiting a local cemetery! We shouldn’t be scared of cemeteries; they are great places to learn about history, people, tombstones, architecture and local communities. During the tour we will visit the Negaunee Cemetery and learn about gravesites, funeral customs and explore burial plots. The tour will be rain or shine – be prepared for poor weather – then back to the museum for light refreshments.
[Note: Please bring a flashlight and something to write with and on]
November 18, 2014 “From Ducks to Diversity: A History of the Seney Wildlife Refuge ”
Presenter: Jennifer McDonough, Park Ranger/Visitor Services Specialist, Seney National Wildlife Refuge
The land that is now the Seney National Wildlife Refuge has felt the hands of human manipulation both before and after it's designation as a refuge. How has the landscape been impacted? Why was it established as a refuge? What were the early management goals and how do they differ from today's? Located in the east-central portion of the U.P., the 95,238-acre refuge encompasses the 25,150-acre Seney Wilderness Area. Ms. McDonough’s program will discuss the history and wildlife of this National Natural Landmark.
If anyone has questions let me know.
Barry C. James, Historian
Michigan Iron Industry Museum
73 Forge Road
Negaunee, MI 49866
PH: 906.475.7857
FX: 906.475.9221
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