VMN Upcoming Events – April 2015
April 11th Presquile Field Day
Presquile Island, managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Services, is closed to the public except for
special events like the Field Day. I am looking for volunteers to help with parking, a
VMN table and if someone would like to give it a try, a nature walk. Volunteer a couple of hours and
also enjoy everything the island will have to offer at this time of year - a Pontoon Boat ride over to the
island with perhaps a glimpse of a magnificent Sturgeon, a walk around the island searching for
migrating birds and maybe even a marsh canoe paddle. If interested, contact Karen for more info.
April 18 Crestwood Elementary Nature Fair
On April 18, from 11 - 2, Crestwood Elementary is having their annual nature fair. The school is
looking for a couple volunteers to set up a booth/table with a nature activity. If any of our Rehabers
have the opportunity, they would love some live animal demonstrations. If interested in supporting this
effort, please let me know. The fair contact is Jennifer Heidlebaugh, 878-9415
[email protected].
This was announced earlier. Please let me know if you had contacted Jennifer to volunteer. We need to
coordinate the volunteers. (I should have done this from the start!)
April 19th Explore the Outdoors
We are still taking volunteers for this event being held at the grounds of PBS which is adjacent to
Huguenot Park from 1:00 to 5:00. Staying the entire time is not required. We have several activities
planned and would love to have the help.
If you can’t volunteer the day of the event, you can still help. As an activity, we will be making Pine
Cone Bird Feeders. We would appreciate donations of pine cones, bird seed and/or lard. These need to
be nut free due to potential to come in contact with participants with allergies. Contact Karen for
coordination or more information.
April 23rd Fort Lee Earth Day
Help out on Thursday, April 23, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fort Lee’s Earth Day Celebration. Daryl
Downing is heading this event. This year’s event will include indoor educational displays and hands-on
exhibits highlighting Environmental Stewardship with an intended audience of children in Grades 3-5.
The event is open to local third through fifth-grade students, Military and Civilian Personnel, and the
Fort Lee Community. They estimate that fewer than 500 school children will attend this year’s event.
Please contact Daryl if you would like to help out - [email protected]
April 25th Girl Scout Bug Badge Presentation
The Bensley Service Unit troops are camping at Pocahontas State Park the weekend of April 26th. The
Brownie Program Leader for the event has asked us to present a program for the Brownies to complete
the requirements for their Bug Badge.
The exact time has not yet set but will likely be 9:00 to 11:00. If you would like to assist in this
presentation let me know.
VMN Upcoming Events May 2015
May 6th at
Girl Scout Troop 3247 is taking a trip to New Point, VA. As a service project, they are picking up trash
on the beach the morning of May 30. The troop leader has asked if the VMN could present a program to
the troop about what they can do to help conserve the environment. The lead and I have had some
discussion about presenting a program about the Chesapeake Bay Watershed and how our day to day
activities affect the bay. This is not set in stone. The girls are 6 yrs to 10 yrs old. The troop meets at St.
Marks United Methodist Church in the Community Life Center at 11551 Lucks Ln, Midlothian, VA
23114. Event is scheduled for May 6th 6:00PM but is flexible.
We need at least two or three volunteers for this presentation. The chapter can help with development
and materials. Please contact Karen if interested.
Karen Daniel
Cell / Txt (804)243-2338
Home (804)479-3621
[email protected] (use weekends or urgent issues)
[email protected] (use Mon – Fri)
News Release
Presquile National Wildlife Refuge
Chester, VA 23836
http://www.fws.gov/refuge/presquile/
For Immediate Release
For information contact:
Cyrus Brame: 804-829-9020
Public is Invited to Participate in the 2015 Spring ‘Field Day’
at Presquile National Wildlife Refuge
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is pleased to announce an upcoming event scheduled for Saturday,
April 11th at Presquile National Wildlife Refuge. This Spring event offers visitors an opportunity to explore the
1,329-acre island refuge and the native plants and animals it supports, as well as the sustainably designed
education facilities of the James River Ecology School. In an effort to prevent long wait lines, pre-registration
is required for all participants.
For those registered in advance, access will be provided to the island and its 3 ½ miles of wildlife observation
trail, boardwalks, interior creeks and select facilities. Visitors can meet FWS employees and environmental
partners, view interpretive materials and displays within the Menenak Discovery Center, and learn about the
energy-efficient components of the James River Ecology School facilities. A bird walk, guided by a Richmond
Audubon naturalist will begin at 7am. Other guided and self-guided tours will be available throughout the day.
Limited family-friendly programs and activities will be offered, including morning canoeing. James River
Association educators will offer programs for kids and highlight environmental education programming
opportunities with the Ecology School.
All prospective participants must call or e-mail prior to April 8th to secure a seat on the boat for a specific time.
Space is limited. People can register for slots within 30 minute windows (as early as 7am-for bird walk and as
late as 2:00pm). Participants are to gather at 4101 Bermuda Hundred Road in Chester, VA (Honeywell’s east
parking lot). The event, parking, shuttle and boat transportation are free. In preparation for your adventure,
dress appropriately for the weather and bring your own snacks and drinking water.
To reserve your seat, e-mail <[email protected]> or leave a phone message (804-829-9020) with the
following information: preferred reservation time (e.g., 9:30AM or 11:00AM), total number of people in your
party (e.g., 4- myself and three guests), and the best way to reach you for confirmation of reservation (e-mail or
phone #). If e-mailing, list "Field Day" in the subject line.
Please visit our website <www://fws.gov/refuge/presquile/> for additional details about the refuge.
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife,
plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. For more information on our work and the
people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov.
Sponsored in part by
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with Curious George
Sunday, April 19, 2015 • 1-5 pm
Huguenot Park & Community Idea Stations
10901 Robious Rd. • North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Free admission • Rain or shine
Join the fun with the Community Idea Stations, Chesterfield
County Parks and Recreation and 40+ local organizations
who specialize in outdoor activities for families. From nature walks
to outdoor investigations, enjoy hands-on experiences that
encourage kids to explore science, nature and being active outside.
Tour the TV and radio studios.
Meet Curious George and see yourself on TV.
To learn more about the event go to:
ideastations.org/explore-outdoors
with CURIOUS GEORGE
with CURIOUS GEORGE
Sunday, April 19, 2015 • 1-5 pm
Sunday, April 19, 2015 • 1-5 pm
Huguenot Park & Community Idea Stations
10901 Robious Road • North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Free admission • Rain or shine
Huguenot Park & Community Idea Stations
10901 Robious Road • North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Free admission • Rain or shine
Join the fun with the Community Idea Stations, Chesterfield County
Parks & Recreation and 40+ local organizations who specialize in
outdoor activities for families. Enjoy hands-on fun, tours of the
studios and meet Curious George!
Join the fun with the Community Idea Stations, Chesterfield County
Parks & Recreation and 40+ local organizations who specialize in
outdoor activities for families. Enjoy hands-on fun, tours of the
studios and meet Curious George!
Parking located at Huguenot Park with overflow parking available
next to the park at Johnston Willis Hospital, OrthoVirginia, and
Midlothian Athletic Club.
Parking located at Huguenot Park with overflow parking available
next to the park at Johnston Willis Hospital, OrthoVirginia, and
Midlothian Athletic Club.
For more information go to ideastations.org/explore-outdoors.
For more information go to ideastations.org/explore-outdoors.
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