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Upcoming Events
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Event |
Age |
| December 15, 2008 |
Christmas Social |
Family |
| Get in the Christmas spirit and celebrate with the Tonaquint Nature Center staff at this fun family social. There will be crafts for the kids and pictures with Santa. Everyone is invited to sign-up for Santa’s present giveaways and enjoy yummy refreshments. |
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Event |
Age |
| January 10, 2009 |
Saturday Morning Exploration- Let's Go Green |
2-99 years |
| Calling all Greenies! Come join us this weekend for a new Saturday Morning Exploration program at Tonaquint Nature Center! This month we are going to explore the surrounding environment and discover ways we can become more “green”. Whether you are a first-rate conservationist, or just starting to recycle, come join us on Saturday, October 11th, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. This family-centered program is free of charge and lasts approximately one hour. Come join the fun and you’ll see- it’s so easy to go green! |
| Date |
Event |
Age |
| January 13, 2009 |
Curiosity Club |
3-5 years |
Kids will love joining Curiosity Club! Each week will feature new topics such as Up, Up & Away, Animal Homes, Five Senses, Nursery Rhyme Time. Pre-registration deadline is Friday, January 9, 2009 at 5pm.
Fee: $20/child OR $5 for each session.
Registration available at St.George Recreation Center or www.activityreg.com
HOWEVER if you are doing day-of registration please register at the Tonaquint Nature Center. |
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Event |
Age |
| January 22, 2009 |
Efficient Irrigation Design I: Designing Lawn Irrigation |
Adult |
In the first hour you will learn the basics of an irrigation system design. Learn to talk the lingo and recognize potential irrigation problem areas. Attendees will be provided instructions on how to read an irrigation plan, common errors made in designs and what you can do to protect your investment. The remaining time will be spent demonstrating turf varieties and what is best suitable for your needs and how to have a lush lawn without a high water bill.
Sponsored by the Washington County Water Conservancy District.
Contact: Julie B. at 673-3617 to reserve your spot.
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Event |
Age |
| January 24, 2009 |
Total Tree Care |
Adult |
Protect your investments. A professional will teach how to prune and properly care for your trees and shrubs.
Sponsored by the Washington County Water Conservancy District.
Contact: Julie B. at 673-3617 to reserve your spot.
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Event |
Age |
| January 30, 2009 |
St George Winter Bird Festival |
Older Youth- Adults |
| Join the 6th Annual St. George Winter Bird Festival. This exciting three-day event offers an opportunity to explore and learn more about the significant natural areas of Southern Utah’s birding hot spots. This will be field trips, workshops, presentations and bird walks throughout the weekend. On Saturday evening there will be a dinner and keynote speaker, Mr. Bill Fenimore, hosted at the Best Western Abbey Inn. A complete schedule of events and times can be viewed and downloaded at www.sgcity.org/birdfestival. Pre-registration for the banquet is required by Saturday, January 24, 2009. You may register at the St George Recreation Center or at www.activityreg.com |
| Date |
Event |
Age |
| January 31, 2009 |
St. George Winter Bird Festival |
Older Youth-Adults |
| Join the 6th Annual St. George Winter Bird Festival. This exciting three-day event offers an opportunity to explore and learn more about the significant natural areas of Southern Utah’s birding hot spots. This will be field trips, workshops, presentations and bird walks throughout the weekend. On Saturday evening there will be a dinner and keynote speaker, Mr. Bill Fenimore, hosted at the Best Western Abbey Inn. A complete schedule of events and times can be viewed and downloaded at www.sgcity.org/birdfestival. Pre-registration for the banquet is required by Saturday, January 24, 2009. You may register at the St George Recreation Center or at www.activityreg.com |
| Date |
Event |
Age |
| February 01, 2009 |
St. George Winter Bird Festival |
Older Youth-Adults |
| Join the 6th Annual St. George Winter Bird Festival. This exciting three-day event offers an opportunity to explore and learn more about the significant natural areas of Southern Utah’s birding hot spots. This will be field trips, workshops, presentations and bird walks throughout the weekend. On Saturday evening there will be a dinner and keynote speaker, Mr. Bill Fenimore, hosted at the Best Western Abbey Inn. A complete schedule of events and times can be viewed and downloaded at www.sgcity.org/birdfestival. Pre-registration for the banquet is required by Saturday, January 24, 2009. You may register at the St George Recreation Center or at www.activityreg.com |
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Event |
Age |
| February 14, 2009 |
Saturday Morning Exploration- Wet & Wild: Wetland Ecology |
2-99 yrs |
| Come join us this Saturday, September 13th at the Tonaquint Nature Center for the free Saturday Morning Exploration Program. This month we are going to get a little “Wet and Wild,” as we learn first-hand about wetland ecology. From frogs to fish, we will be exploring all the plants and animals living in our pond and along the Santa Clara River. This program begins at 10:00 a.m. and will run for approximately one hour. It’s free, fun and perfect for the whole family! |
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Event |
Age |
| March 14, 2009 |
Saturday Morning Exploration- It's Still Hot Out Here! |
2-99 |
| This month’s program is titled “It’s Still Hot Out Here!” where we will be focusing on our high desert biome and the unique and awesome ecology of Washington County. Come join us as we explore Colorado Basin, The Great Basin and Mojave desert wildlife including local plants and animals! This program begins at 10:00 a.m. and will run for approximately one hour. It’s free, fun and perfect for the whole family! |
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