Leaflet
The Newsletter of Fontenelle Forest July 2013
WELCOME to our backyard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
INFORMATION Phone: Web:
402.731.3140 fontenelleforest.org
Officer s
Fontenelle Forest Nature Center
Neale Woods
1111 Bellevue Boulevard North Bellevue, NE 68005
14323 Edith Marie Avenue Omaha, NE 68112
STAFF
Thomas D. Stalnaker \ President Jim Hawkins \ President-Elect Angela Burmeister \ Secretary Ben Miller \ Treasurer Michael Berry \ Advisor
Director s
Ma nage me n t Laura Lenarz Shiffermiller | Executive Director Christi Churchill | Director of Development Gene Ericson | Director of Facilities Gary Garabrandt | Director of Science & Stewardship Rick Schmid | Director of Education Stephen D. Stott | Director of Finance Brad A. Watkins | Director of Communications
St a ff Debra Beck
Naturalist Jim Beebe
Ranger / NWNC Property Supervisor Candy Bless
Scheduling & Administrative Coordinator Elizabeth Chalen
Manger of Programming and Outreach Linda Dennis
Education Assistant Visitor Services Renae Groves
Finance Staff Accountant Kareen Hickman
Development Associate Catherine Kuper
Educator Paul Lahowetz
Facilities Superintendent Matt Miller
Facilities Attendant Kate Murphy
Educator Josh Preister
Ranger / FFNC Property Supervisor Carol Robinson
Finance Associate
Part-Time Educators Katie Aiello John Artherton Amy Campagna Julianne Carbonell Kathy Fischer Michelle Foss Sandy Gibbons Dianne Guinn Janie Helt Seth Krone-Keith Denise Lewis Chelsea Lopez Alex Martin Matt Miller Jean Neneman Bruce Noble Chris Vosicka
Angela Athy Catherine M. Barmettler Virginia Bowers Ann Christiansen Frank Comisar Ben Del Rosario David M. Dvorak Lorraine A. Egger Janice M. Fonda Paul J. Halbur Michael J. Hamilton Jon T. Hansen Christine Jacobsen Gary Johnson
Howard J. Kaslow Kara Krehbiel Gerry Morrow Lauritzen Julie Liakos Bill Lydiatt Keith Navratil Athena Ramos Neal S. Ratzlaff Robert D. Rose Julee Sauer Levi Scheppers Laura Stoss Kristin Williams
H on or ar y Tr u stees Mogens Bay George F. Haddix Rhonda A. and Howard L. Hawks Gerry and Bruce Lauritzen Marilyn Mammel Nancy and Mike McCarthy Cynthia C. and Thomas F. McGowan Suzanne and Walter Scott Ann Stinson
Visitor Services Assistants Helen Beebe Brenna Watkins Ronnie Wells Nick Woodard
Stacey Schmid-Coury
Public Relations Assistant
Nature Discovery Day Camp Staff
Alex Shiffermiller
Julie Dworak Hannah Mays Aaron Menzel Rebekah Menzel Grace Noecker Hayley Romano Lindsay Thomsen
Visitor Service Representative Barb Shiffermiller
Manager of Customer Service Joan Soverns
Manager of Donor Relations and Membership Jamie Vann
Naturalist Deborah Woracek
OUR MISSION To provide a place where people can experience and enjoy the quiet wild of nature.
Naturalist
We want to inspire current and future generations to care for the natural world.
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FOREST NEWS
Dovetail? A transitive verb: to fit skillfully to form a whole. In a plan to enrich and strengthen both organizations, Fontenelle Forest and Raptor Recovery Nebraska are joining together. What could be more natural? Both organizations have environmentally-focused missions to preserve and educate. The Forest’s protected ecosystem provides a place to experience, learn about, and enjoy nature. Raptor Recovery protects, rehabilitates, and increases public awareness about birds of prey. The integration plan includes all assets, staff and volunteers. The Forest brings physical resources and financial security to Raptor Recovery. And with Raptor Recovery under our wing, we broaden our relationships and allies throughout the region. We also become the new home to nearly 30 birds which will continue to be used for education and display; to increase public awareness about raptors, their role in the ecosystem, and habitat conservation. Injured and orphaned raptors will continue to be treated at the rehabilitation center in Elmwood, Nebraska. Raptor Recovery, founded in 1976, is the only group in the State of Nebraska permitted by the state and federal government to rehabilitate orphaned or injured raptors. Staff and volunteers work with private citizens, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, law enforcement, animal control agencies, and utility companies to locate, collect, and deliver injured or orphaned birds to the rehabilitation center. A state-wide network of trained volunteers help in all aspects of raptor support, including teaching programs, doing live animal demonstrations, and treating/transporting birds. Raptor Recovery has rescued more than 11,000 raptors since its beginning. At the rehabilitation center, the birds receive medical care while minimizing human contact. Once restored to health they are banded and released. In some cases, even after treatment a bird might not recover sufficiently to live in the wild. Whenever possible, non-releasable birds are channeled into breeding programs, recruited as ‘foster parents’ for young orphans, utilized in research, or join the roster of federally-permitted birds used for educational programs and/or display. On July 1, we welcome Raptor Recovery to the Fontenelle Forest family!
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JUST FOR CHILDREN Fridays in July (No session July 5) 9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m. FFNC
July 7 1:00-3:00p.m. FFNC
Family Sundays in the Forest: From the Last Glacier Era to the European Settlers in Fontenelle Forest Come join our naturalist on a hike on History Trail. While hiking to History Trail, we will discuss the changes in Fontenelle Forest starting with the last Ice Age and progressing to the occupation by early native Americans, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and finally European settlers. The hike will entail walking 1.5 miles in hilly terrain. Wear appropriate clothing and walking shoes. We will meet at FFNC and drive to History Trail head. This hike is most appropriate for those 12 and over.
July 10 7:30p.m.-9:00p.m. WLC
Wetlands Night Hike Join us as the sun sets over the wetlands to discover how the scene changes as the night unfolds. We will walk the trails and listen for owls, bats, raccoons, and other nocturnal creatures. How do these animals make their way through the marsh at night? What are they eating out there? Where are they hiding out during the day? Let’s find out as the forest transitions into darkness.
Forest Fridays Drop by to explore nature activities with your child* on Fridays in July. A natural science topic is introduced each time through interactive stations within the nature center and our outdoor play area. Activities and crafts are geared toward toddlers through ten-year olds and are ongoing during the two hour period. Drop in anytime between 9:30a.m. -11:30a.m. Ideally there should be one adult per two children.
*Forest Fridays are intended for parents, grandparents, and individual caregivers and their children to interact with nature. If your group, daycare, homeschool, etc. is interested in programming aimed toward your needs, please contact Linda Dennis at 402.731.3140 x1005.
PROGRAMS Programs are listed in chronological order July 6 10:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. FFNC
July 7 6:30a.m.-8:30a.m. WLC
Over 50 Hike Take a leisurely stroll through the forest with some of our seasoned naturalists in this hike just for those over 50. We will head out to explore the wonders of the forest in July, and take our time appreciating the small and large creatures who call this forest home. Join us for conversation and July 13 camaraderie on the trail! 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. WLC Morning Canoeing on the Marsh Explore the early morning on the marsh as we set off on our canoes right after sunrise. The early morning is a time of transition: as some animals head to sleep as others are waking up. Join our Teacher Naturalists on a canoeing adventure in the Great Marsh as we seek out the many species of animals and plants that inhabit the wetlands. Ages 16 and over. Please wear appropriate clothing for canoeing. Registration is required. Enrollment is limited to 16 participants.
FOR CLASSES REQUIRING REGISTRATION GO TO FONTENELLEFOREST.ORG
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July 14 1:00p.m. - 3:00p.m. CB
We will meet in the parking lot at the Wetlands Learning Center and will practice using our night vision, so no flashlights are needed. Please wear appropriate hiking footwear and long pants. Insect Detectives Part 3: Odonata: A Tale of Dragons and Damsels The ponds and waterways around Fontenelle Forest are alive with dragons and damsels‌but these are no ordinary fairy tale creatures! Come explore the wonderful world of dragonflies and damselflies! We will investigate the life cycle of these creatures by first trying to get a look at some of their aquatic larva, and then spending the remainder of the time looking for and learning to identify the Odes of the forest. Family Sundays in the Forest: Butterfly Bonanza The prairie abounds with butterflies in July, and we will set out to see how many different kinds we can find. With our nets in hand, we will explore the prairies and surrounding areas of Camp Brewster. We may find butterfly eggs resting on a plant, or maybe even a chrysalis hanging from a branch. Butterflies will surely flutter by on this afternoon of adventure!
July 27 Friday, July 19 at 6:00p.m. Backpacking in the Forest Join us for an opportunity never presented 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m. until FFNC Saturday, July 20 at 1:00p.m. at Fontenelle Forest before as we hike deep into the forest to find a beautifully CW - end at FFNC secluded place to camp for the night. $10 - members While on our one night excursion, our two $17 - non-members Fontenelle Forest guides will share with you the skills necessary to leave a minimal impact on our environment. We will sleep under the stars and immerse ourselves in the forest as we go! This adventure will include an optional night hike, early morning birding, solo silent hikes, and most importantly, leisure time in the forest that we often lack in our busy lives. This program is sure to be popular, but is limited to 10 adult participants, age 19 or older. Reservations required. You must provide your own backpack gear and food. For more information contact Matt Miller at mmiller@fontenelleforest.org July 21 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m. FFNC
July 25 7:00p.m.-8:30p.m. FFNC
Family Sundays in the Forest: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly! Come out to the forest and gain knowledge on how to build a compost. The good, the bad, and the ugly! What can and what shouldn’t be put into a compost and why they are so beneficial. We will also discuss local recycling options. A one hour guided hike at 2p.m. will focus on nature’s recyclers.
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE FOR FF MEMBERS OR WITH GENERAL ADMISSION UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
Teacher Naturalists are volunteers who run weekend programs for the public, attend fascinating lectures and programs by experts on field biology and other natural history topics, and contribute to special programs that the Forest offers year-round. Taking the first step is easy! Join us for our TN 101: Introduction to the Forest course and you will be well on your way to becoming a Teacher Naturalist. All persons interested in becoming Teacher Naturalists must attend TN 101. TN 101 will not only brief prospective volunteers on the benefits and responsibilities of their position, but will also provide invaluable training in the areas of field identification, animal care, forest resources, and natural education. Registration is required for this training. If you have questions or want to know more about this day of fun, contact Elizabeth Chalen at echalen@fontenelleforest. org or 402.731.3140 x 1026. This course is offered free of cost for volunteers and lunch will be provided.
July 27 9:45a.m. - 10:45a.m. FFNC
Movie Night: Ingredients Fontenelle Forest and Green Bellevue are excited to be able to offer a one-hour screening of the award-winning documentary “Ingredients” followed by a discussion on local foods. This film focuses on eating July 28 locally-grown foods, building relation- 1:00-3:00p.m. ships with local farmers, and learning WLC where our food comes from. One of Green Bellevue’s initiatives is to bring back farm fresh foods to the local area, and this film captures the very essence of this initiative. Free for FF members or with One Day Membership. Green Bellevue members admitted for 1/2 price.
TN 101: Introduction to the Forest Do you love the outdoors? Are you interested in helping others connect with nature? Become a Teacher Naturalist!
Raptors....Live! Drop in to meet our amazing raptors! Owls, hawks, and more. See and learn about these incredible creatures of our Forest. Photographs are encouraged.
Family Sundays in the Forest: The Recyclable Forest Everything in nature is connected to everything else in nature is connected to everything else in nature is connected…. well, you get the point. All living things in an ecosystem, from a big tree to a small insect, are part of the life-death-rebirth process that is nature’s recycling system. Come to the wetlands to learn the roles a tree plays during its life and after its death. Explore turkey vultures and other scavengers that are vital in the recycling of nutrients in the system. We will also examine the impacts of the flood that brought both destruction and new growth to the wetlands.
Look for our next Leaflet on August 1! The issue will cover our exhibit Green Revolution and all the events surrounding it as well as all of our programming for August through October!
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MEMBERS ONLY Membe rs h i p B e n e f its As a Fontenelle Forest Member, your benefits include: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
FREE admission to Fontenelle Forest and Neale Woods for 12 months 26 miles of marked trails within the extraordinary Loess Hills Two wheelchair accessible boardwalks with Missouri River and wetland views Diverse ecosystems, hidden lakes, and rare wildflowers A premier birding location with over 246 recorded species Family-friendly exhibits Acorn Acres: A forest playscape with nine exploration areas Habitat Hollow for indoor play and learning Unique entertainment options: critter encounters, guided hikes, children’s programs FREE members-only events and other programming 10% discount at The Gift Shop at Fontenelle Forest Subscription to Fontenelle Forest’s newsletter The Leaflet Free or discounted admission to over 100 nature centers nationwide through ANCA Every time you visit, two of your guests can receive ½ priced admission Monthly discounts at attractions in the metro area with the Metro Arts and Culture Pass Discounts on Summer Camps—accepting registrations now! Access to trails dawn to dusk
For more details and information please check our website, fontenelleforest.org /membership Friendly reminder - the member’s access gate at Fontenelle Forest Nature Center will be locked beginning July 1. Keyless Access Fobs are now available at the front desk for members. A $10 deposit is required. When you renew your membership at the end of your term, you will now receive a plastic membership card. They will be scanned at the Visitor Services Desk when you visit the forest.
D ea l A l e r t - M e tro Ar t s & Culture Pass
Em b ar k: Jou r n ey in to Natu re Our first season of Embark was a huge success and we are excited to prepare for our upcoming second season! Here is what some of our participants had to say:
“Exploring a sense of place…has been an enlightening study. Lying in a tall grass prairie, standing in the center of an earth lodge or sifting through a fossil bed were a few of the events that entwined my spirit with the history of our local natural world. This was truly a rewarding adventure.” Westy Nelson Embark Participant-2012
“If you are serious about learning more about nature, your surroundings, history, and culture you will truly enjoy participating in Embark. I always look forward to each Embark Saturday….” Darrell Eich Embark Participant-2012
Embark: Journey Into Nature is a program designed to deepen one’s relationship with the natural world by combining information, field study, and other experiences. Through presenters and storytellers, field trips, nature journaling, and integrative activities, participants will gain a greater sense of what the natural world has to offer.
Embark is looking for 15-18 adults, 18 years and older, with a desire to explore the natural world. These 9 full-day sessions will be held on the second Saturday of each month, running from September 2013 to May 2014. The program is $275 per person for members or $300 per person for non-members, with a $50 non-refundable deposit due by August 1, 2013.
Embark
Journey Into Nature
To learn more visit fontenelleforest.org/embark Applications are available online, and the deadline for applying is July 31. If you have questions, contact Elizabeth Chalen at echalen@ fontenelleforest.org or call 402.731.3140 x1026.
Natu r al Selection s By Deborah Woracek
Use your Fontenelle Forest membership card to get discounts at local attractions across the metro. For more information go to facebook.com/metroartspass. Visit or contact the featured organization below to take advantage!
JULY Joslyn Art Museum 10% off in the Durham Café
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July Hikers will follow the animal’s lead and become more crepuscular to avoid the midday humidity and heat. But then dusk and dawn are great times to be on the trails. July offers us a variety of happenings from painted turtle nests to young warblers and turkeys learning the ways of their lives. In the insect world, the cicada killers are on the prowl while ladybugs are in masses on some plants…eating aphids…making more ladybugs? Our late bloomers such as the American lotus, Jerusalem artichoke, golden glow, white snakeroot and swamp milkweed appear at various times in July telling us that summer is beginning to wind down. The Goldfinches finally build their nest while other birds like Cardinals may be working on nest number two. Shorebirds can also be seen in our wetlands as they begin their long journey south.
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Sunday
Morning Canoeing on the Marsh 6:30a.m. - 8:30a.m.|WLC p. 4 Family Sunday 1:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.|FFNC p. 4
14 Family Sunday 1:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.|CB p. 4
21 Family Sunday 1:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.|FFNC p. 5
28 Family Sunday 1:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.|WLC p. 5
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Wetlands Night Hike 7:30p.m. - 9:00p.m.|WLC p. 4
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Over 50 Hike 10:00a.m. - 12:00 p.m.|FFNC p. 4
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Butterfly Count 8:30a.m. - 4:30p.m. NP Dodge Park
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Happy 4th of July All FF properties are open to hike
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Insect Detectives Part 3 10:00a.m. - 12:00 p.m.|WLC p. 4
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Forest Fridays: Ant-tastics 9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.|FFNC p. 4
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Forest Fridays: Naturally Artsy 9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.|FFNC p. 4
Forest Fridays: Caterpillars 9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.|FFNC p. 4 Backpacking in the Forest 6:00p.m. - July 20 at 1:00p.m. CW|p. 5
Movie Night: Ingredients 7:00p.m. - 8:30p.m.|FFNC p. 5
***Denotes members only program
CB - Camp Brewster HWLC - Hitchcock Wetlands Learning Center CLF - Camp Logan Fontenelle FFNC - Fontenelle Forest Nature Center CW - Camp Wakonda NWNC - Neale Woods Nature Center
TN 101: Intro to the Forest 9:00a.m. - 4:00 p.m.|FFNC p. 5 Raptors...Live 9:45a.m. - 10:45a.m.|FFNC p. 5
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Metro Arts and Culture Pass Deal
Joslyn Art Museum: 10% off in the Durham CafĂŠ
FONTENELLE FOREST GUILD Centennial Celebration Bash…A Huge Success! Fontenelle Forest Guild Raises Funds for Youth Environmental Programs Fontenelle Forest’s Guild exceeded their support goals with the “backyard bash” celebration held at the Mutual of Omaha Dome on Friday, April 26. Feather Our Nest 2013 was a celebration of Fontenelle Forest’s past 100 years and a look toward the next century. Guild members will present a check to the Forest during their Fall Annual Meeting with monies raised going to help fund youth education programs. The festivities began with a silent auction and cocktails during which nearly 500 guests were greeted by birds of Raptor Recovery Nebraska, the evening’s Honored Organization. These impressive birds ranged from a Mississippi kite to a great horned owl and gave the attendees an up close and personal view of the important work of Raptor Recovery. Dinner and a live auction commenced at 7:30 p.m. Of the eight auction items, the one-of-a-kind Kiewit built tree house brought the most competitive bidding and was the night’s highest sold item. The evening wrapped up with an after party featuring DJ Dugout’s Blazin’ Pianos. The Feather Our Nest 2013 leadership committee was Andrea Gutta, Rachael Moreano, and Christine Schulte, event chairs; Kara Krehbiel, Guild President; Laura Shiffermiller, FF Executive Director; Christi Churchill, FF Director of Development; Kareen Hickman, FF Development Associate; and Brad A. Watkins, FF Director of Communications. Honored Chairpersons were members of Fontenelle Forest’s Honorary Trustees: Mogens Bay, George F. Haddix, Rhonda A. and Howard L. Hawks, Gerry and Bruce Lauritzen, Marilyn Mammel, Nancy A. and Michael R. McCarthy, Cynthia C. and Thomas F. McGowan, Suzanne and Walter Scott, and Ann Stinson.
(L to R Guild President, Kara Krehbiel, Event Chairs Andrea Gutta, Rachael Moreano, & Christine Schulte)
(L to R Gerry & Bruce Lauritzen)
(L to R Ken Costello, Howard J. Kaslow, Laura Shiffermiller, & Ed Burchfield)
(L to R Todd Rivers, Justin Bieber, & Susan Rivers)
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FEATHER OUR NEST SPONSORS Thank You Infinitely for your Friendship and Support Trailblazer $5,000 Beth & Jerry Smith and Dick & Helen Kelley
Friend of the Forest
Steward $2,500 Neal Ratzlaff, MD & Deb Bercaw
Laura & William Shiffermiller
Founding Altus Architectural Studios Bellevue Medical Center Berkshire & Burmeister Law Offices Andrea & Rao Gutta Jim & Mary Hawkins Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, UNMC J.E. Dunn Calvin L. Hinz Architects, P.C. Gerry & Bruce Lauritzen
$1,913
Mutual of Omaha RDG Planning & Design Denese & Thomas Stalnaker Fraser Stryker PC, LLC OPPD Union Pacific University of Nebraska at Omaha & University of Nebraska Foundation
Naturalist $1,000+ Sharon & Randy Blackburn Ann & Dennis Christiansen Cornhusker Motor Club Foundation Susan Dennis Kim & Tom Egan Linda Head, MD & Bill Kathol Dr. Lawrence & Jeanette James
Mammel Family Foundation Moglia Family Foundation Tammi & Vic Monson Prudential Ambassador Real Estate Robertson Family Foundation Westwood Trust
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CONTRIBUTIONS & SUPPORT M a rch 1 6 - M ay 1 5 , 2 0 1 3 Distinguished ($1,000 - $2,499) John and Marty Elftmann Sustaining ($500 - $999) Lawrence and Jeannette James Roger and Nicole Paulman John F. and Susan Thomas Supporting ($250 - $499) Jack and Lynne Baldwin Paul Dizona C. E. Heaney James E. and Diny Landen Rick and Marjorie Schmid Laura and Fred Stoss Teresa Swafford Dan and Jane Warren Patrons Robert Becker Derek and Melissa Bees Mary L. Chapek-Hogg Mark Corbeigh Will and Melissa Eby Karla Ermel John and Jennifer Haack Barbara J. Hauptman John and Carolyn Jacobson K. Wayne and Carole Lainof Mark and Sue Lessor Robert and Carol Lynch Robert and Melissa Myer Murray and Sharee Newman Robert and Rebecca O’Hanlon Tim and Kathryn Pilant Al and Cindy Reyer Debra Romberger Matt Darling and Elizabeth Rouse R. G. Seiter Lonnie Shumate Hal Sornson Thomas and Carol Svolos Gordon and Joy Watanabe Dave and Amy Wohlers
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Donations
Catholic School Program
America First Foundation Anonymous Melody and Patrick Bythrow Donald W. and Ruth Frazee Paul & Oscar Giger Foundation Corwyn and Donna Gray Robert and Ava Hastert Fred Hawkins, Jr. Gilbert M. and Martha H. Hitchcock Foundation Bob and Lisa Jorgensen Kenneth and Sally Kampfe Pete and Linda Maslowski Susan and Stephen McWilliams Harold W. Noble Kellie and Andy Potter W. Lee and Carol Rowe Joseph Smith and Lenice Hogan
An Education Program for Students in the Omaha Archdiocese
Corporate and Foundation Giving Union Pacific Fund for Effective Government
Friend of the Forest
Embark: Journey Into Nature Sisters of Mercy West Midwest Community
Environmental Expeditionary Learning Initia
An Education Program for Western Hills Ma Tom and Mary Jetton Charitable Fund Lincoln Financial
Erosion Abatement & Restoration Project Jim and Mary Hawkins Lozier Foundation Nebraska Environmental Trust Papio-Missouri River Natural Resource Distr R. Joe Dennis Foundation Free Forest Adventures Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Memorial Foundation
Tributes
In Honor of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Salucci Forest Sustainer Peter and Michele Silberstein
In Memory of Brian Connor Douglas and Bonnie Anderson Dorothy and Richard Brown Sandy and Robert Jackson Jolene K. Scalzo Terry and Gregory Talbott
Black Walnut Friend of the Forest Methodist Health System Sarpy County Tourism
Shagbark Hickory J. William and Ruth Lind Scott Fund Kiewit Companies Foundation Webology
Margaret Sandlier
An Education Program for Omaha Public Sc Fourth Grade Students
In Memory of Renny Boswell
Omaha Schools Foundation Wells Fargo
In Memory of Bruce Sandlier
Tokey and Eileen Boswell
In Memory of Ryan Guinn Theresa Van Ornam
In-Kind Gifts Council Bluffs Animal Shelter Wright/Jensen/Paragon Printing
H2Omaha: Missouri River Science Education Initiative
An Education Program for Omaha Public School Sixth Grade Students Omaha Schools Foundation William Leopard Charitable Lead Trust Interpretive Trail Kiosk Sponsor Bob and Evelyn Veach Foundation
Youth Environmental Education Program GFH and SAH Foundation H. Lee and Carol Gendler Charitable Fund Lawrence R. and Jeanette James Foundation Mammel Foundation The Miller Foundation Robert H. Storz Foundation
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Interpretive Trail Kiosk Sponsor Bob and Evelyn Veach Foundation Vo l u n t ee rs Thank You to our Fontenelle Forest Guild Board! Thank you for your contributions and dedication to furthering the mission of Fontenelle Forest and planning a successful Feather Our Nest 2013.
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L o o k i n g fo r Vo lunt e e rs ! Fontenelle Forest is currently seeking volunteers to help build the upcoming exhibit Green Revolution. Green Revolution runs August 1 – October 31, 2013. Volunteer building dates will be the last two weeks of July. Please contact Kareen Hickman at khickman@fontenelleforest.org or 402-731-3140 x1024 for more information and to sign up.
Jen Alloway Jen Bartelt Anna Bley Alexis Boulos JoAnne Bowden Kate Brownrigg Jennifer Brummund Jessica Covi Kristi Davis Aimee Demulling Shannon Dombrowski Heather Efaw Amber Fahey Jessie Feinstein Mindy Foral Andrea Gutta Marla Hannigan Kayla Hawkins Jami Heidemann Ashley Ingvoldstad Jessica Jaksha Nicole Kelley
Katie Kollars Jennifer Koom Kara Krehbiel Emily Lauritzen Kristin Lewis Trish Liakos Rachael Moreano Sarah McGowan Lisa Meehan Kristi Niemann Amy Parks Julie Peterson Adrienne Petsick Tiffany Regan Jennifer Salem Christine Schulte Lindsey Semrad Brenda Smith Libby Stiles Rachel Stricklett Bridget Tynan
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GENERAL INFORMATION Phone: 402.731.3140 Email: info@fontenelleforest.org Web: fontenelleforest.org Find us on: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center
Neale Woods
1111 Bellevue Boulevard North, Bellevue, NE 68005
14323 Edith Marie Avenue, Omaha, NE 68112
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Trails open dawn to dusk for FF members
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Non-members admitted before 5:00p.m. have trail access until sunset
Admission: Fontenelle Forest members Free One Day Membership $7 Adult | $6 Senior (62+) | $5 Child (2-11)
Trails open year round, dawn to dusk Nature center CLOSED for renovations
Experience the Quiet Wild
of Nature Admission: Fontenelle Forest members Free One Day Membership $5 Adult | $4 Senior (62+) | $3 Child (2-11)
FONTENELLE FOREST
Smithsonian Institution
1111 Bellevue Blvd. North Bellevue, NE 68005 402.731.3140 fontenelleforest.org
August 1, 2013–October 31, 2013 Go green with Green Revolution! Come explore how you and your family can be more eco-friendly with a new Smithsonian eco-zibit, made from recycled and repurposed materials. Green Revolution focuses on important environmental issues such as alternative energy sources, green building, recycling, and waste management.
This version of Green Revolution is based on an exhibition originally created by the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, and its Black Creativity Council and is made available by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service.