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The Newcomb VIC offers a wide variety of free and low-cost public programs throughout the year. Participants, young and old, learn about all assets of the unique Adirondack Park with hands-on activities both inside and outside the buildings. Many programs are designed so people can enjoy the natural wonders of the mountains, flora and fauna found along the scenic VIC trails.

To sign up for programs, call (518) 582-2000.

July 2008

Naturalist on Station
Most days in July/August (weather and staff permitting)
10 a.m. - Noon
Stop at the front desk to find out if there is a naturalist on station and where to go. Then join him/her on station to ask questions and view wildlife. Drop in. Free.

Bird of Prey
Every Wednesday in July/August (July 2-Aug. 20)
1 p.m.
Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close- up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Pre-registration not required. Free.

Night Hike
Every Wednesday in July/August (July 2-Aug. 20)
8:30-10:30 p.m.
Join VIC staff for a night walk on one of our trails. Experience the sounds, sights and smells of the nocturnal world. You’ll discover fascinating adaptations used by night animals in order to survive. Pre-registration is required. Free.

Nature Craft Hour
Every Thursday in July/August
1-2 p.m.
Create a nature craft of your very own to take home. Celebrate the craft theme of the week with VIC staff. It’s fun for the whole family. Drop in. Cost: $2/family, Adirondack Park Institute members free.

Adult Quilt Class
Every Friday in July/August (July 11-Aug. 22)
9:30 a.m. - Noon
The Log Cabin quilt pattern has been selected for this summer class. Popular from the mid 1800s, the Log Cabin remains one of America’s all time favorite quilt patterns; it has been a long standing favorite over the years due to the simplicity of the design, as well as its versatility. Though the quilt was a favorite because it was a wonderful pattern for using up scraps of fabric, quilters today plan their quilts and purchase fabric specifically for the quilt. The overall effect of the Log Cabin quilt is achieved by the use of light and dark fabrics and how they are arranged. Class is every Friday from July 11 to Aug. 22 for a total of seven classes. Classes sponsored and taught by the Newcomb Mountain Quilters. Preregistration required. Cost: your materials, instruction is free.

July 3: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Exploring History in the Adirondack Attic,” by Andy Flynn, author and historian. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

July 5: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free.

July 7: Wetland Ramble. 10 a.m. - Noon. Wetlands come in many styles. Rich Lake sports several wetland habitats, including flooded shorelines and marshes. Join a staff naturalist in a search for life in our pocket wetlands. Preregistration required. Free.

July 8: Family! “Night Fliers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night fliers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, free for Adirondack Park Institute members.

July 9: Rich Lake Paddle. 10 a.m. - 12:30p.m. Bring your boat, paddle, and PFD, and join a staff naturalist for a tour of Rich Lake from the water! Learn the local history, how fire shaped the landscape, and explore a wetland, complete with beaver dams. Preregistration required by July 7. Free.

July 10: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Changing Climate, Changing Forests: from Alaska to the Adirondacks,” by Colin Beier, research associate, Adirondack Ecological Center. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free.

July 12: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free.

July 12: Chris Shaw Concert. 8 p.m. Spend an enjoyable evening listening to one of the Adirondack Park’s premier singer/songwriters. Chris will share songs and stories during this very entertaining evening. Concert is sponsored by the Adirondack Park Institute. Free.

July 13: Out and About: Summer Flora and Fauna. 1:30 p.m. Join guest naturalist Peter O’Shea for a guided trail walk on one of our trails. Preregistration required. Free.

July 15: Be Aware. 10 a.m. - Noon. Join a staff naturalist for a morning of exercises designed to help you increase your awareness of your surroundings. After an introduction to nature awareness, we will go outside to apply the principles learned. Be prepared to sit in one spot for a while- you may want to bring a cushion to sit on, insect repellent, a hat, and warm clothes, depending on the weather. Preregistration required. Free.

July 17: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Nuts for Nuts: Why Beech Trees are Important to Adirondack Wildlife,” by Stacy McNulty, research associate, Adirondack Ecological Center. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free.

July 19: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free.

July 23: Rich Lake Paddle. 10 a.m. - Noon. Bring your boat, paddle, and PFD, and join a staff naturalist for a tour of Rich Lake from the water! Learn the local history, how fire shaped the landscape, and explore a wetland, complete with beaver dams. Preregistration required by July 21. Free.

July 24: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “All about Bluebirds and More,” by John Rogers, co-founder of the New York State Bluebird Society. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free.

July 27: Hudson River Otter Stewardship Program Exhibit. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Stop in and learn all about the Hudson River Otter Stewardship Program. Discover the reasons why and how information on river otters is collected. Learn why this information is important to the program, and how you can help. The Hudson River Otter Stewardship Program is a collaborative effort between the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and the Hudson Valley Student Conservation Association (SCA) to record sightings of otters in the Hudson River Watershed.

July 29: Family! “Night Swimmers and Singers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night swimmers and singers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty, and shoes you can get wet. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, free for Adirondack Park Institute members.

July 31: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “North Country National Scenic Trail: Making Connections Across the Adirondack Park,” by Clare Cain, director of trail management, North Country Trails Association. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free.

August 2008

Aug. 5: Family! “Night Prowlers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night prowlers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, Adirondack Park Institute members: Free.

Aug. 6: Adult Pack Basket Workshop. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Make your own adult-sized Adirondack Pack Basket with basket maker Patty Farrell. Preregistration and $40 non-refundable deposit are required; $85/person and includes all materials and instruction.

Aug. 7: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Are Invasive Species Gaining Ground, or are We? – An Adirondack Perspective,” by Hilary Oles, program coordinator of the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free.

Aug. 9: Rock Fest 2008. Celebrating Geology in the Adirondacks. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. A day long exploration designed to increase appreciation and understanding of regional geology. This event includes lectures, fieldtrips, children’s activities and exhibits. Sponsored by the Adirondack Park Agency, Adirondack Museum, and the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY-ESF. Free.

Aug. 10: Out and About: Summer Flora and Fauna. 1:30 p.m. Join guest naturalist Peter O’Shea for a guided trail walk on one of our trails. Preregistration required. Free.

Aug. 12: Wetland Ramble. 10 a.m. - Noon. Wetlands come in many styles. Rich Lake sports several wetland habitats, including flooded shorelines and marshes. Join a staff naturalist in a search for life in our pocket wetlands. Preregistration required. Free.

Aug. 14: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Cougars: Big Cats in the Midwest and East,” by Clay Nielsen, director of scientific research, The Cougar Network. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free.

Aug. 16: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free.

Aug. 19: Family! “Night Creepers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night creepers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, free for Adirondack Park Institute members.

Aug. 21: Rich Lake Paddle. 10 a.m. - Noon. Bring your boat, paddle, and PFD, and join a staff naturalist for a tour of Rich Lake from the water! Learn the local history, how fire shaped the landscape, and explore a wetland, complete with beaver dams. Pre-registration required by Aug. 19. Free.

Aug. 21: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Barred and Spotted Owls: Silent Forest Hunters,” by Kevin Jablonski, graduate student, SUNY-ESF. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free.

Aug. 22: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free.

Aug. 26: Wetland Ramble. 10 a.m. - Noon. Wetlands come in many styles. Rich Lake sports several wetland habitats, including flooded shorelines and marshes. Join a staff naturalist in a search for life in our pocket wetlands. Preregistration required. Free.


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	For Kids For Families For Teachers Paul Smiths VIC Newcomb VIC Newsletter Wildlife Watch Publications Research Program Partners	Newcomb VIC Calendar - descriptions The Newcomb VIC offers a wide variety of free and low-cost public programs throughout the year. Participants, young and old, learn about all assets of the unique Adirondack Park with hands-on activities both inside and outside the buildings. Many programs are designed so people can enjoy the natural wonders of the mountains, flora and fauna found along the scenic VIC trails. To sign up for programs, call (518) 582-2000. July 2008 Naturalist on Station Most days in July/August (weather and staff permitting) 10 a.m. - Noon Stop at the front desk to find out if there is a naturalist on station and where to go. Then join him/her on station to ask questions and view wildlife. Drop in. Free. Bird of Prey Every Wednesday in July/August (July 2-Aug. 20) 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close- up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Pre-registration not required. Free. Night Hike Every Wednesday in July/August (July 2-Aug. 20) 8:30-10:30 p.m. Join VIC staff for a night walk on one of our trails. Experience the sounds, sights and smells of the nocturnal world. You’ll discover fascinating adaptations used by night animals in order to survive. Pre-registration is required. Free. Nature Craft Hour Every Thursday in July/August 1-2 p.m. Create a nature craft of your very own to take home. Celebrate the craft theme of the week with VIC staff. It’s fun for the whole family. Drop in. Cost: $2/family, Adirondack Park Institute members free. Adult Quilt Class Every Friday in July/August (July 11-Aug. 22) 9:30 a.m. - Noon The Log Cabin quilt pattern has been selected for this summer class. Popular from the mid 1800s, the Log Cabin remains one of America’s all time favorite quilt patterns; it has been a long standing favorite over the years due to the simplicity of the design, as well as its versatility. Though the quilt was a favorite because it was a wonderful pattern for using up scraps of fabric, quilters today plan their quilts and purchase fabric specifically for the quilt. The overall effect of the Log Cabin quilt is achieved by the use of light and dark fabrics and how they are arranged. Class is every Friday from July 11 to Aug. 22 for a total of seven classes. Classes sponsored and taught by the Newcomb Mountain Quilters. Preregistration required. Cost: your materials, instruction is free. July 3: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Exploring History in the Adirondack Attic,” by Andy Flynn, author and historian. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. July 5: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free. July 7: Wetland Ramble. 10 a.m. - Noon. Wetlands come in many styles. Rich Lake sports several wetland habitats, including flooded shorelines and marshes. Join a staff naturalist in a search for life in our pocket wetlands. Preregistration required. Free. July 8: Family! “Night Fliers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night fliers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, free for Adirondack Park Institute members. July 9: Rich Lake Paddle. 10 a.m. - 12:30p.m. Bring your boat, paddle, and PFD, and join a staff naturalist for a tour of Rich Lake from the water! Learn the local history, how fire shaped the landscape, and explore a wetland, complete with beaver dams. Preregistration required by July 7. Free. July 10: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Changing Climate, Changing Forests: from Alaska to the Adirondacks,” by Colin Beier, research associate, Adirondack Ecological Center. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free. July 12: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free. July 12: Chris Shaw Concert. 8 p.m. Spend an enjoyable evening listening to one of the Adirondack Park’s premier singer/songwriters. Chris will share songs and stories during this very entertaining evening. Concert is sponsored by the Adirondack Park Institute. Free. July 13: Out and About: Summer Flora and Fauna. 1:30 p.m. Join guest naturalist Peter O’Shea for a guided trail walk on one of our trails. Preregistration required. Free. July 15: Be Aware. 10 a.m. - Noon. Join a staff naturalist for a morning of exercises designed to help you increase your awareness of your surroundings. After an introduction to nature awareness, we will go outside to apply the principles learned. Be prepared to sit in one spot for a while- you may want to bring a cushion to sit on, insect repellent, a hat, and warm clothes, depending on the weather. Preregistration required. Free. July 17: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Nuts for Nuts: Why Beech Trees are Important to Adirondack Wildlife,” by Stacy McNulty, research associate, Adirondack Ecological Center. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free. July 19: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free. July 23: Rich Lake Paddle. 10 a.m. - Noon. Bring your boat, paddle, and PFD, and join a staff naturalist for a tour of Rich Lake from the water! Learn the local history, how fire shaped the landscape, and explore a wetland, complete with beaver dams. Preregistration required by July 21. Free. July 24: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “All about Bluebirds and More,” by John Rogers, co-founder of the New York State Bluebird Society. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free. July 27: Hudson River Otter Stewardship Program Exhibit. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Stop in and learn all about the Hudson River Otter Stewardship Program. Discover the reasons why and how information on river otters is collected. Learn why this information is important to the program, and how you can help. The Hudson River Otter Stewardship Program is a collaborative effort between the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and the Hudson Valley Student Conservation Association (SCA) to record sightings of otters in the Hudson River Watershed. July 29: Family! “Night Swimmers and Singers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night swimmers and singers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty, and shoes you can get wet. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, free for Adirondack Park Institute members. July 31: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “North Country National Scenic Trail: Making Connections Across the Adirondack Park,” by Clare Cain, director of trail management, North Country Trails Association. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free. August 2008 Naturalist on Station Most days in July/August (weather and staff permitting) 10 a.m. - Noon Stop at the front desk to find out if there is a naturalist on station and where to go. Then join him/her on station to ask questions and view wildlife. Drop in. Free. Bird of Prey Every Wednesday in July/August (July 2-Aug. 20) 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close- up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Pre-registration not required. Free. Night Hike Every Wednesday in July/August (July 2-Aug. 20) 8:30-10:30 p.m. Join VIC staff for a night walk on one of our trails. Experience the sounds, sights and smells of the nocturnal world. You’ll discover fascinating adaptations used by night animals in order to survive. Pre-registration is required. Free. Nature Craft Hour Every Thursday in July/August 1-2 p.m. Create a nature craft of your very own to take home. Celebrate the craft theme of the week with VIC staff. It’s fun for the whole family. Drop in. Cost: $2/family, Adirondack Park Institute members free. Adult Quilt Class Every Friday in July/August (July 11-Aug. 22) 9:30 a.m. - Noon The Log Cabin quilt pattern has been selected for this summer class. Popular from the mid 1800s, the Log Cabin remains one of America’s all time favorite quilt patterns; it has been a long standing favorite over the years due to the simplicity of the design, as well as its versatility. Though the quilt was a favorite because it was a wonderful pattern for using up scraps of fabric, quilters today plan their quilts and purchase fabric specifically for the quilt. The overall effect of the Log Cabin quilt is achieved by the use of light and dark fabrics and how they are arranged. Class is every Friday from July 11 to Aug. 22 for a total of seven classes. Classes sponsored and taught by the Newcomb Mountain Quilters. Preregistration required. Cost: your materials, instruction is free. Aug. 5: Family! “Night Prowlers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night prowlers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, Adirondack Park Institute members: Free. Aug. 6: Adult Pack Basket Workshop. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Make your own adult-sized Adirondack Pack Basket with basket maker Patty Farrell. Preregistration and $40 non-refundable deposit are required; $85/person and includes all materials and instruction. Aug. 7: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Are Invasive Species Gaining Ground, or are We? – An Adirondack Perspective,” by Hilary Oles, program coordinator of the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free. Aug. 9: Rock Fest 2008. Celebrating Geology in the Adirondacks. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. A day long exploration designed to increase appreciation and understanding of regional geology. This event includes lectures, fieldtrips, children’s activities and exhibits. Sponsored by the Adirondack Park Agency, Adirondack Museum, and the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY-ESF. Free. Aug. 10: Out and About: Summer Flora and Fauna. 1:30 p.m. Join guest naturalist Peter O’Shea for a guided trail walk on one of our trails. Preregistration required. Free. Aug. 12: Wetland Ramble. 10 a.m. - Noon. Wetlands come in many styles. Rich Lake sports several wetland habitats, including flooded shorelines and marshes. Join a staff naturalist in a search for life in our pocket wetlands. Preregistration required. Free. Aug. 14: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Cougars: Big Cats in the Midwest and East,” by Clay Nielsen, director of scientific research, The Cougar Network. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free. Aug. 16: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free. Aug. 19: Family! “Night Creepers.” 10 a.m. - Noon. This summer our Family! Programs feature Night Creatures. In this session come learn about some night creepers. Wear clothes that you can get dirty. (Adults must attend and participate in the program with their children). Preregistration is required. Cost: $5/family, free for Adirondack Park Institute members. Aug. 21: Rich Lake Paddle. 10 a.m. - Noon. Bring your boat, paddle, and PFD, and join a staff naturalist for a tour of Rich Lake from the water! Learn the local history, how fire shaped the landscape, and explore a wetland, complete with beaver dams. Pre-registration required by Aug. 19. Free. Aug. 21: Huntington Lecture Series. 7 p.m. “Barred and Spotted Owls: Silent Forest Hunters,” by Kevin Jablonski, graduate student, SUNY-ESF. The Huntington Lecture Series is sponsored by the Adirondack Ecological Center, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Free. Aug. 22: Bird of Prey. 1 p.m. Join us for a live bird-on-hand program featuring our non-releasable education birds. Get a close-up look at the special adaptations of these Adirondack raptors; learn about their habitats and human impact on bird populations. Preregistration not required. Free. Aug. 26: Wetland Ramble. 10 a.m. - Noon. Wetlands come in many styles. Rich Lake sports several wetland habitats, including flooded shorelines and marshes. Join a staff naturalist in a search for life in our pocket wetlands. Preregistration required. Free.

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