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Summer 2011
Forest Lab Intern Program (FLIP)
For the past twelve years, the Cable Natural History Museum has offered middle and high school students a unique opportunity to learn about applied science through FLIP: Forest Lab Intern Program. Initial major funding for the FLIP program came from a grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Science Education Initiative.
Each summer middle and high school FLIP students travel to research sites, take field trips, investigate real-world mysteries, collect and preserve plant and animal specimens, and meet professional scientists doing real-life research.
Here are our Summer programs:
Learn to Fly-Fish! (June 14)
Join us for a fun day of learning to fly-fish - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. This workshop will cover everything from tackle and equipment basics to proper casting, line handling, reading the water, basic entomology (a bit about bugs) and a little about the fish themselves. Fly-fishing equipment is provided or bring your own. Bring waders if you have them. Bring a lunch! Participants 16 and older must have a valid WI fishing license. This program is free, but space is limited. Register by June 10. Sponsored in part by the Telemark Educational Foundation, Inc.: Sharon Gredvig Educational Series and the Drummond School Edventure Club.
Canoeing the Namekagon (July 12)
Come explore the wild and scenic Namekagon River! We'll review basic paddling skills, learn water safety, check out crazy bugs, see eagles and osprey fishing, sneak up on turtles and relax in the sun. 1:00-4:00 pm. This program is free, but space is limited. Register by July 9. Sponsored in part by the Telemark Educational Foundation, Inc.: Sharon Gredvig Educational Series and the Drummond School Edventure Club.
Nature Photography (July 19)
Make your shots look like a pro's! Bring your own camera and get tips on taking phenomenal photos with a new point of view. Explore nearby woods and waters while you look at the world through a whole new lens. 1:00-4:00 pm. This program is free, but space is limited. Register by July 16. Sponsored in part by the Telemark Educational Foundation, Inc.: Sharon Gredvig Educational Series and the Drummond School Edventure Club.
Tracking Down Turtles (July 26)
Herpetologist Ed Moll is back with his popular turtle trapping adventures. Hike through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and lean about the reptiles and amphibians that live in our lakes, rivers, and forests. Investigate the habitats of these species, capture and trap specimens, and discuss their importance in our world. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Bring lunch! This program is free, but space is limited. Register by July 23. Sponsored in part by the Telemark Educational Foundation, Inc.: Sharon Gredvig Educational Series and the Drummond School Edventure Club.
Primitive Skills (August 2)
They may be called primitive, but they're not easy! Try your best to master the art of fire-by-friction, making natural twine, shelter building, and reading the forest . 1:00 - 4:00 pm. This program is free, but space is limited. Register by July 30. Sponsored in part by the Telemark Educational Foundation, Inc.: Sharon Gredvig Educational Series and the Drummond School Edventure Club.
Insect Collections (August 9)
Learn the basics about collecting insects, using nets, collecting boxes, and magnifying lenses to identify and collect for a classrom collection. Gain basic knowledge about how to mount insects for a scientific purpose. meet at the Museum from 1:00 - 3:00 pm with naturalist Susan Thurn. Sponsored in part by the Telemark Educational Foundation, Inc.: Sharon Gredvig Educational Series and the Drummond School Edventure Club. |
