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52 January–May 2015 Cary Senior Center Nature NATURE Nature Programs The programs offered by the Stevens Nature Center are held at the beautiful Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. Trained, professional Preserve staff will assist you in expanding your outdoor skills, increasing your natural resource knowledge and enhancing your lifelong learning. Adult Nature (Ages 16+) Stretch your legs, clear your mind, and experience nature. You'll continue your lifelong learning through informative and educational nature walks that are focused on seasonal plant and wildlife activity. May involve some slow walking on steps. Location: Stevens Nature Center /Hemlock Bluffs Fees: $6(R) $8(N) (per class) • BIRDS AND BUDS Join us as we cover winter plants and birds. Binoculars can be provided. 81529 Sat Jan 17 2-3:30 p.m. • SPRINGTIME SURPRISES Early spring fl owers are already up and blooming! 81530 Sat Feb 21 2-3:30 p.m. • SUPER WILDFLOWERS Enjoy the waves of wildfl owers and spring plants at Hemlock Bluffs. 81531 Sat Mar 7 2-3:30 p.m. • SUPER WILDFLOWERS 2 Continue to marvel at the rich diversity of wildfl owers at the nature preserve. 81532 Sat Mar 28 2-3:30 p.m. • BIRDING BY EAR Improve your birding skills by sight and sound. Binoculars can be provided. 81533 Sat Apr 25 9-10:30 a.m. • BIRDING BY EAR 2 Continue to enjoy spring migrants and nesting birds. Binoculars can be provided. 81534 Sat May 9 9-10:30 a.m. Adult Nature Workshops (age 18 & up) Pick up tips, techniques and hands-on experience to prepare you to get started on your backyard projects. Meet your neighbors and make new friends while enjoying these informative workshops. Location: Stevens Nature Center / Hemlock Bluffs Fees: $18(R) $25(N) (per class) • COMPOSTING 101 We'll explore the secrets of making great compost for use in your yard and garden. Compost starter material provided. 81519 Sat Feb 7 2-4 p.m. • SPRING BOTANY 101 This workshop will cover identifi cation tips for local trees, shrubs, ferns and wildfl owers. 81520 Sat Mar 14 2-4 p.m. • BETTER BACKYARDS FOR WILDLIFE This workshop will focus on how to attract all types of wildlife to your backyard. Native plants provided to take home! 81521 Sat Apr 11 2-4 p.m. Protect your feet! For your safety and comfort, DO NOT wear these shoes! Protect your feet! For your safety and comfort, wear THESE kinds of shoes!