Date and Time
Wednesday Jul 25, 2012
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Contact Information
Betsy Beneke (763) 389-3323 ext.13
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Description
Insect Workshop
Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Refuge Maintenance Facility
Workshop Content:
Introduction to insect taxonomy, with a focus on the identification and life history of several common Minnesota orders and families. Activities will include a photo presentation, insect hike, and information provided on how to make an insect collection.
What to Bring:
Sack lunch, water, notebook, camera, clothes for hik-ing, repellent, insect field guides and nets. If you have an insect collection you wish to share, bring it along!
Who is Invited to Attend:
Sherburne Refuge Staff, Volunteers & Friends
Presented by:
Sarah Foltz Jordan, a conservation biologist at the Xerces Society, who works with the Forest Service and other land managers to help preserve rare insects and their habitats.
SIGN UP!
Pre-registration is required. Call or email Betsy Beneke to sign up. 763.389.3323 ext 13 or Betsy_Beneke@fws.gov by July 23. There’s no charge for this workshop. It’s being offered as an in-service program for Sherburne Refuge staff, Volunteers and Friends.
