Natural Wonders of Holgate
Holgate Ecosystems & Wildlife
Join us to learn about the Holgate wildlife refuge, located at the very end of the island. Staff from the Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge will present on a variety of related topics throughout the summer. Enjoy exploration, education, & crafts! This program is geared towards 3rd – 6th graders, but all are welcome. Adult supervision required.
Please register, 20 spots available per session.
Every Thursday, 10:00-10:45am.
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Thurs, Jul 11 | Who lives on the beach – life with tides, wind, waves, & sand |
| Thurs, Jul 18 | Who lives inside this shell – a look inside a clam |
| Thurs, Jul 25 | Bird beaks & feet |
| Thurs, Aug 1 | Beach – nesting birds & their threatened lives |
| Thurs, Aug 8 | Discover gulls |
| Thurs, Aug 15 | Life as a Horseshoe crab |
| Thurs, Aug 22 | Migration – birds on the move |
The Refuge staff will also be presenting Table Talks at the entrance to the Holgate beach area of the refuge.
As well as Education beach walks within a portion of the closed beach area on Fridays at 10:00am, beginning June 28, 2024.
