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September 11, 2011
Noon - 4:00 pm
Penitentiary Glen Reservation
8668 Kirtland-Chardon Rd; Kirtland, OH 44094
(440) 256-1404
Discover the exciting world
of bugs!
Themed activities include games, crafts, live animal exhibits, demonstrations, storytelling and family fun that will feature buggy activities of many kinds.
Come celebrate the amazing diversity of the insect world. We will take a closer look at these creatures and find out why they might bite or sting you (the reasons might just surprise you)!
Get an up close and personal look at these amazing, amusing and sometimes overlooked creatures! A showcase of bug displays invades the Nature Center. See live arthropods up close and learn about large exotic tarantulas, walking sticks, praying mantis, scorpions, and more. View beautiful mounted butterflies and other displays of insects courtesy of Bugs Unlimited.
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A ‘Bugology’ degree certificate is given to children participating in at least five of the many ‘buggy’ activities. Bring a camera to capture all the creepy-crawly fun.
- Celebrate arthropods! These “jointed foot” animals are commonly called bugs and include Insects spiders, and even crayfish and lobsters! They number in the millions and their bizarre, unique and gross qualities are awe inspiring!
- Participate in “Bug Bingo”
- Live bugs, exhibits and buggy adventures!
- Classic Bug Stories and Songs
- Sample some real tasty buglicious treats – if you’re daring enough!
- Discover which animals depend on bugs for food at the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center
- Create a buggy souvenir craft
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The Nature of Watercolors
Watercolors have been used by artists for centuries to capture the spontaneous beauty of nature. Let the members of “The Paint Company” introduce you to this delicate yet tricky medium with this exhibit of their paintings.
Miniature steam train rides 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. – weather permitting.
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courtesy of the Lake Shore Live Steamers
Food will be available for purchase on-site.
Explore the many interactive exhibits and displays, including the award-winning "Window on Wildlife”. Discover native Ohio wildlife in the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center yard. Hike the scenic trails, enjoy a picnic, or take home a gift of natural distinction from The Nature Store – your headquarters for buggy t-shirts, field guides, toys, and children’s books.
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Admission
Free admission for all ages!
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Directions
Take I-90 to Rt. 306 south for about one mile. Turn left onto Rt. 615. Turn right (east) onto Kirtland-Chardon Road and continue for two miles. Penitentiary Glen Reservation is located on the right (south) side of the road.
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Sponsors
Coca-Cola Company of Willoughby
The News-Herald
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