<h1>nature.pdf</h1><br/>18 FALL 2009 Outdoor Recreation The Discovery Center Exciting classes, awesome exhibits, and award-wining outreach programs. Contact us to set up a private program for your school, Scout, or church group. The center can also be reserved for weddings, retirement parties, and other special occasions. Family Nature Programs All programs are held at the discovery center. The Discovery Center offers opportunities for all ages and abilities to explore our natural world. Register for an upcoming program to be amazed by nature’s wonders, make lifelong memories, gain a deeper sense of appreciation and just have fun. Make Your Own Hiking Stick (All) Hiking sticks are very practical tools that can be used for anything from a long trek to a short casual walk. Come and join us for a fun and rewarding experience as you give a hiking stick your own personal touch. Course No. Dates Day Time Fee 236056-A Sept. 19 Sa 10 a.m.–noon $5 The deadline to register is Sept. 11 Alien Invaders (All) Discover non-native plant invasions that threaten biodiversity in Mill Mountain Park. You will identify invasive species as well as learn their devastating effect on our local ecosystem. Course No. Dates Day Time Fee 236351-A Sept. 26 Sa 10 a.m.–noon $5 The deadline to register is Sept. 18 Eco-Explorers (4-10) “Eco” comes from the Latin word for house. Enter nature’s house and discover how plants and animals live together. We will do fun activities and crafts as you learn to become an eco-explorer. This activity meets the requirements for the Brownie Girl Scout Try It Badge for Eco-Explorer. Course No. Dates Day Time Fee 236653-A Oct. 3 Sa 10 a.m.–noon $5 The deadline to register is Sept. 25 Feeding Backyard Birds (All) Join the Roanoke Valley Bird Club to discover many ways to feed your backyard feathered friends. Participants will each make and take home two birdfeeders. Course No. Dates Day Time Fee 236813-A Oct. 10–11 Sa,Su 9:30–11 a.m. $5 The deadline to register is Oct. 2 Family Camping (All) You’ll be surrounded by nature and have the best view of Roanoke on this camping trip. This special opportunity to camp on the summit of Mill Mountain will offer an introduction to camping, games, and cooking out. Tents and supplies are provided. Course No. Dates Day Time Fee 236800-A Oct. 10–11 Sa,Su 5:30 p.m.–9 a.m. $15/person The deadline to register is Oct. 2 Spiders by Night (All) Capture a web, track down spiders in the dark, and learn about these amazing arachnids that both frighten and fascinate. Course No. Dates Day Time Fee 236755-A Oct. 17 Sa 6:30–8:30 p.m. $5 The deadline to register is Oct. 9 Life of a Pumpkin: Pumpkin Carving (All) Travel to a pumpkin patch to pick out your own pumpkin, then show off your artistic abilities and try your hand at carving it. Transportation and carving utensils will be provided. Course No. Dates Day Time Fee 236358-A Oct. 24 Sa 9 a.m.–noon $10 The deadline to register is Oct. 16 OUTDOOR RECREATION Only with Roanoke Parks and Recreation can you camp on the summit of Mill Mountain with your family. Take advantage of this special opportunity in October.