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CMU's Jim Gillingham just released the schedule of summer Field
Trips, offered by the Biological Station in partnership with the
Historical Society. The Field Trip fee is $20.00. Those interested
should sign up at the Mormon Print Shop in advance, or call Pinky
(448-2461.) Unless otherwise indicated, all trips will begin at
9:00 a.m. at CMUBS and will include lunch at the conclusion of
the trip.
Bird Banding and Beaver Island Birds - Ms. Nancy Seefelt
Thursday June 15, 2004
This trip will begin at 6:00 a.m. and will take participants to
a site where birds will be mist-netted and banded. Breakfast will
follow at 8:00 a.m., after which participants can once again go
into the field for another 90 minutes of bird-watching. Please
bring binoculars if you can.
Amphibians and Reptiles of Beaver Island - Dr. Jim Gillingham
Thursday June 24, 2004
Explore the habitats on Beaver Island that are home to our intriguing
salamanders, frogs, turtles and snakes. Observe these creatures
up close and learn the fascinating details of their natural history.
Beaver Island Summer Flora - Dr. Ed Leuck Wednesday June 30,
2004
A trip to a variety of habitats to locate and identify many of
Beaver Island's beautiful spring and summer wildflowers and other
plant species.
Biology of Beaver Island's Sand Dunes - Dr. Beth Leuck Saturday
July 10, 2004
This trip to the west side of Beaver will explore the extensive
dunes. Their origin, current status, and future will be discussed,
and the flora and fauna indigenous to these beautiful ecosystems
will be sought after and explained in ecological terms. Some climbing
of steep sandy inclines will be required.
The Mammals of Beaver Island - Mr. Dan Benjamin Thursday July
22, 2004
Learn about the diversity of indigenous and introduced mammals
that today inhabit Beaver Island. Discover the details of their
natural history and learn where and how to observe these fascinating
animals.
Old Field Flora at Pfieffer's Orchard - Dr. Dan Wujek Saturday
July 24, 2004
Journey to Pfieffer's Orchard to search out the diversity of flowering
and woody plants indigenous to this habitat, which has been undergoing
ecological succession for 50 years. Learn about the importance
of this ecosystem and how to identify its plant residents.
Beaver Island's Inland Lakes - Mr. Dan Benjamin Thursday August
5, 2004
A trip to most of Beaver Island's inland lakes, with information
about their formation, current status, water chemistry, ecological
significance and
natural history.
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