Beavers vs. Jennings
For those who regularly traverse the hiking trails at Jennings Environmental Education Center, there is a good chance you have seen the effects of beaver activity over the past few years, if not caught a glimpse of the beavers themselves.
For a while there were some signs posted at the beavers’ habitat that displayed a scoreboard of Beavers Vs. Maintenance Staff — with the beavers always winning the game.
Staff at Jennings did their best to manage water levels and protect the forest environment, but in the end the beavers proved to be too much.
Often-flooded trails and dozens of beaver-felled trees led to the tough decision to “thin the herd” and have a trapper harvest some of the beavers who had made their home at Jennings.
Read about what happened next.
March 23 - Woodcock Watch & Owl Prowl
Join Jennings staff and members of the Bartramian Audubon Society on Saturday, March 23 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. for a woodcock watch and owl prowl.
The American Woodcock is a shorebird that has adapted to live away from the water, often found in open or shrubby areas.
The male Woodcock has a unique courtship display in the springtime used to attract females. This display can often be observed at dusk and into the night.
Barred Owls are common in Pennsylvania but are primarily nocturnal and so largely go unseen. They prefer a mixed forest and are typically found near water.
Barred Owls are territorial and will often respond when their call is played.
Venture out onto the prairie area of Jennings to learn more.
March 25 & April 8 Eclipses
Embark on an approximately 45-minute journey with “Shining Light on Eclipses”, our indoor program for all audiences. Delve into lunar and solar eclipses, uncovering their science and cultural stories.
Through a relaxed blend of simple narration and visuals, we’ll guide you on an illuminating journey to discover the magic that occurs when celestial bodies briefly steal each other’s spotlight in this captivating exploration of the celestial realm.
On Monday, March 25th, we will experience a penumbral lunar eclipse and on Monday, April 8th, portions of North America will experience a total solar eclipse and Pennsylvania is lucky enough to be in the path of totality.
Join the Jennings staff and discover the mystery and history of lunar and solar eclipses and be prepared to experience both these astronomical wonders.
Spring KIDS Catalyst
And don’t forget about the Happy Spring KIDS Catalyst coloring page!
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For more information on programs, projects, upcoming events and how you can get involved, visit the Slippery Rock Watershed Coalition website. Follow them on Facebook. Click Here to sign up for regular updates.
The Butler County-based Coalition was established in 1994 to restore land, water and wildlife resources in the Slippery Rock Watershed.
Resource Links:
-- DCNR Blog: 2024 Total Solar Eclipse In Pennsylvania
-- State Agencies Share Resources For Visitors, Motorists Ahead Of April 8 Solar Eclipse
[Posted: March 17, 2024] PA Environment Digest
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