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The Paul Smiths VICs 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.

December 2009

To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 3: Exploring Nature With Little People. 10 a.m. – noon. A unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 5: Saturdays Are For Kids: Bird Feeder Workshop. 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Do you want to help the birds out this winter? People of all ages are invited to construct a wooden bird feeder to take home. Pre-registration is required. $3/ feeder (API members free). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 12: API Friends Walk. 10 a.m. Remember, “Friends don’t let Friends stay inside!” Join the Adirondack Park Institute (API), the friends group of the VICs, for an informal walk on the Paul Smiths VIC trail system. Afterwards, enjoy a bit of knitting or crocheting; the API is helping Mountain Gift and Powder Co., of Saranac Lake, produce blankets for those in need. Registration is not required for this free program, and it is open to the public. Friends Don’t let Friends Stay Inside! Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 12: Natural Ornaments. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Bring the family out for this perennial favorite and craft an ornament out of natural materials. Amaze yourself with some of the creations. Drop in. Donations accepted. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 17: Exploring Nature With Little People. 10 a.m. – noon. A unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 18: Owl Prowl. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. This program will begin with the natural history of the Barred Owl. We will then snowshoe (walk if no snow) one of our trails in hopes of hooting in an owl. Snowshoes will be provided. Pre-registration is required. Free. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 19: Holiday Handle Basket. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kids and adults can join Clear Creek Weavers and create a holiday basket made out of red and green reeds. You may want to bring a bag lunch or a snack. Pre-registration is required. $10 per basket ($8 for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 19: Saturdays Are For Kids & Adults: Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This holiday event is back at the VIC thanks to the Paul Smiths College Draft Horse Club. Take a sleigh ride and sing a few Holiday songs along the way. Reservations are encouraged. Call the VIC after Dec. 1 to make your reservations. Cost: $5/adult, $3/child ($3 for API members). Money collected will go to the Draft Horse Program. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 26: Saturday Movie Matinee: Planet Earth. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Prepare to see Planet Earth as never before. The Discovery Channel has taken years of filming to give you a glimpse of the natural world that will astound you. This movie will be shown in the theater and popcorn will be available. Registration is not required. Donations for popcorn are accepted. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

Dec. 31: Exploring Nature With Little People. 10 a.m. – noon. A unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000.

January 2010

To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000.

Jan. 1: Family Snowshoe with Smores
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Spend the first day of the year out with the family on this kid friendly snowshoe walk. After we look for stories in the snow we will warm up next to a fire and enjoy a smore. Pre-registration is required. Donations are accepted for smore materials.

Jan. 2: Backyard Birdfeeding Basics
10 – 11 a.m.
As we sit in the comfort of the Great Room and watch the feeder activity, a naturalist will discuss what foods and what feeders work best for attracting birds. Pre-registration is requested. Free.

Jan. 2: Tracking on the Trails
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Guest naturalist Peter O’Shea will be here to lead a tracking snowshoe walk on one of the trails. The winter woods provide a wonderful canvas for revealing the stories in the snow. Pre-registration is required. Free.

Jan. 9: API Friends Walk
10 a.m.
Remember, “Friends don’t let Friends stay inside!” Join the Adirondack Park Institute (API), the friends group of the Vic’s, for an informal walk, ski or snowshoe on the Paul Smiths VIC trail system. Afterwards, warm up inside the Center with a cup of hot cocoa and a bit of knitting or crocheting; the API is helping Mountain Gift and Powder Co., of Saranac Lake, produce blankets for those in need. Registration is not required for this free program, and it is open to the public.
Friends Don’t let Friends Stay Inside!

Jan. 9: Where do Bears go in the Winter?
1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Biologist Don Stunzi will answer this question and more as he discusses the natural history of the black bear. This lecture will be in the theater. Drop – In. Free.

Jan. 14: Exploring Nature with Little People
10 a.m. – noon
This is a unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members).

Jan. 16: 10th Annual Chilly Ski and Snowshoe Festival

Jan. 23: Tracking on the Trails
10 – 11:30 a.m.
The winter woods provide a wonderful canvas for revealing the stories in the snow. Join the fun as follow tracks on the trails. Pre-registration is required. Free.

Jan. 23: Saturday Movie Matinee: Stranger in the Woods
1 – 2 p.m.
This movie is based on the book written by Carl R Sams II and Jean Stoick. Stranger in the Woods is a magical tale of animals reacting to a snowman that appears after a winter storm. This movie will be shown in the theater and popcorn will be available. Registration is not required. Donations are suggested.

Jan. 28: Exploring Nature with Little People
10 a.m. – noon
This is a unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members).

Jan. 30: Packbasket Workshop
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Clear Creek Weavers are back to help you make your own piece of an Adirondack tradition. Bring a bag lunch. Space fills quickly. Pre-registration is required. $55 medium/$65 large (API members subtract $10).

Jan. 30: Saturday Movie Matinee: March of the Penguins
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Join emperor penguins on an astonishing 70 mile journey- marching day and night in single file into the coldest continent on Earth to breed their young. This movie will be shown in the theater and popcorn will be available. Registration is not required. Donations are suggested.

February 2010

To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000.

March 2010

To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000.


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	For Teachers Paul Smiths VIC Newcomb VIC Newsletter Wildlife Watch Research Program Partners	Paul Smiths VIC Calendar - descriptions The Paul Smiths VICs 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. December 2009 To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000. Dec. 3: Exploring Nature With Little People. 10 a.m. – noon. A unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 5: Saturdays Are For Kids: Bird Feeder Workshop. 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Do you want to help the birds out this winter? People of all ages are invited to construct a wooden bird feeder to take home. Pre-registration is required. $3/ feeder (API members free). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 12: API Friends Walk. 10 a.m. Remember, “Friends don’t let Friends stay inside!” Join the Adirondack Park Institute (API), the friends group of the VICs, for an informal walk on the Paul Smiths VIC trail system. Afterwards, enjoy a bit of knitting or crocheting; the API is helping Mountain Gift and Powder Co., of Saranac Lake, produce blankets for those in need. Registration is not required for this free program, and it is open to the public. Friends Don’t let Friends Stay Inside! Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 12: Natural Ornaments. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Bring the family out for this perennial favorite and craft an ornament out of natural materials. Amaze yourself with some of the creations. Drop in. Donations accepted. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 17: Exploring Nature With Little People. 10 a.m. – noon. A unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 18: Owl Prowl. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. This program will begin with the natural history of the Barred Owl. We will then snowshoe (walk if no snow) one of our trails in hopes of hooting in an owl. Snowshoes will be provided. Pre-registration is required. Free. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 19: Holiday Handle Basket. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kids and adults can join Clear Creek Weavers and create a holiday basket made out of red and green reeds. You may want to bring a bag lunch or a snack. Pre-registration is required. $10 per basket ($8 for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 19: Saturdays Are For Kids & Adults: Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This holiday event is back at the VIC thanks to the Paul Smiths College Draft Horse Club. Take a sleigh ride and sing a few Holiday songs along the way. Reservations are encouraged. Call the VIC after Dec. 1 to make your reservations. Cost: $5/adult, $3/child ($3 for API members). Money collected will go to the Draft Horse Program. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 26: Saturday Movie Matinee: Planet Earth. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Prepare to see Planet Earth as never before. The Discovery Channel has taken years of filming to give you a glimpse of the natural world that will astound you. This movie will be shown in the theater and popcorn will be available. Registration is not required. Donations for popcorn are accepted. Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. Dec. 31: Exploring Nature With Little People. 10 a.m. – noon. A unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Call the Paul Smiths VIC at (518) 327-3000. January 2010 To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000. Jan. 1: Family Snowshoe with Smores 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Spend the first day of the year out with the family on this kid friendly snowshoe walk. After we look for stories in the snow we will warm up next to a fire and enjoy a smore. Pre-registration is required. Donations are accepted for smore materials. Jan. 2: Backyard Birdfeeding Basics 10 – 11 a.m. As we sit in the comfort of the Great Room and watch the feeder activity, a naturalist will discuss what foods and what feeders work best for attracting birds. Pre-registration is requested. Free. Jan. 2: Tracking on the Trails 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Guest naturalist Peter O’Shea will be here to lead a tracking snowshoe walk on one of the trails. The winter woods provide a wonderful canvas for revealing the stories in the snow. Pre-registration is required. Free. Jan. 9: API Friends Walk 10 a.m. Remember, “Friends don’t let Friends stay inside!” Join the Adirondack Park Institute (API), the friends group of the Vic’s, for an informal walk, ski or snowshoe on the Paul Smiths VIC trail system. Afterwards, warm up inside the Center with a cup of hot cocoa and a bit of knitting or crocheting; the API is helping Mountain Gift and Powder Co., of Saranac Lake, produce blankets for those in need. Registration is not required for this free program, and it is open to the public. Friends Don’t let Friends Stay Inside! Jan. 9: Where do Bears go in the Winter? 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Biologist Don Stunzi will answer this question and more as he discusses the natural history of the black bear. This lecture will be in the theater. Drop – In. Free. Jan. 14: Exploring Nature with Little People 10 a.m. – noon This is a unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Jan. 16: 10th Annual Chilly Ski and Snowshoe Festival Jan. 23: Tracking on the Trails 10 – 11:30 a.m. The winter woods provide a wonderful canvas for revealing the stories in the snow. Join the fun as follow tracks on the trails. Pre-registration is required. Free. Jan. 23: Saturday Movie Matinee: Stranger in the Woods 1 – 2 p.m. This movie is based on the book written by Carl R Sams II and Jean Stoick. Stranger in the Woods is a magical tale of animals reacting to a snowman that appears after a winter storm. This movie will be shown in the theater and popcorn will be available. Registration is not required. Donations are suggested. Jan. 28: Exploring Nature with Little People 10 a.m. – noon This is a unique program with a hands-on approach that introduces young children to the natural environment. Every other Thursday until June for preschoolers ages 3-5 years. Pre-registration is required. $4/child ($2/child for API members). Jan. 30: Packbasket Workshop 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Clear Creek Weavers are back to help you make your own piece of an Adirondack tradition. Bring a bag lunch. Space fills quickly. Pre-registration is required. $55 medium/$65 large (API members subtract $10). Jan. 30: Saturday Movie Matinee: March of the Penguins 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Join emperor penguins on an astonishing 70 mile journey- marching day and night in single file into the coldest continent on Earth to breed their young. This movie will be shown in the theater and popcorn will be available. Registration is not required. Donations are suggested. February 2010 To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000. March 2010 To register for programs, call (518) 327-3000.

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