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March, 2024

Friday
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Lake Sylvia See email for map!
7:00 PM
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Observing will begin at 7:00 PM on the peninsula at the south end of the lake. If cloud cover is uncertain, checkCAAS’s website calendarfor possible cancelation an hour before the event. Indoor presentations will occur in Ogden Hall starting at 6:00, rain or shine. The event is free, no registration is required, and children are encouraged. Dress warmer than you think you need to, red flashlights only, no flashing shoes or clothes, please. Dogs on a leash; bring camping chairs and binoculars if you like. While the drive is short for central residents, there are camping facilities for tents and RV‘s. More details regarding that are available in the Lake Sylvia link above.
Saturday
2
FSIS Raymond James Office (across from Pizza Hut
8:30 AM
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Special Saturday trail maintenance event, Davids Trail Foundation invites you to another “first Saturday” trail maintenance gathering, lunch provided. Volunteers meet in town, then proceed to David’s Trail at the lake, and perform 3 hours of trail maintenance. Invite your friends. The Endowment hosts this event to meet individuals & groups interested in adopting one or two miles of the trail to keep clear for public enjoyment. Volunteers will rendezvous 8:30 AM at the FSIS Raymond James office (across from Pizza Hut) … collect your catered lunch. No tools needed. Plan is to spray paint blazes on trees along the trail, wear old clothes you may get a few drops of paint. Ozarks Keystone Trail Endowment (formerly David’s Trail Foundation) is constructing & completing the 87-mile hiking trail at Norfork Lake from Norfork Dam to Dawt Mill. The 85 mile continuous trail is now half finished, and may be completed in 3-4 years. The trail is part of the 353-mile Ozark Highlands Trail, with local names David’s Trail, Ozarks Keystone Trail, and Norfork Trail … along the Norfork Lake shore.
Saturday
2
Little Rock Audubon Center
9:00 AM
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Blake Sasse, instructor Bring your lunch, snacks, and beverages
Saturday
2
Various Sites...See description...Contact Kate with questions
9:00 AM
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3/2 Sturbridge neighborhood - 9 to 1 Plant 8 Trees at 1616 Breckenridge, 1716 Tarrytown, 9901 Catskill, and 1708 Old Forge. Meet at 9 at 1616 Breckenridge. Need 2 more. Kate Spontak KateTree.CAMN@gmail.com 501-500-3434 201-410-4454
Saturday
2
Little Rock Audubon Center
12:30 PM
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Juno Haley, instructor Bring your lunch, snacks, and beverages
Saturday
2
Lake Sylvia See email for map!
7:00 PM
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Observing will begin at 7:00 PM on the peninsula at the south end of the lake. If cloud cover is uncertain, checkCAAS’s website calendarfor possible cancelation an hour before the event. Indoor presentations will occur in Ogden Hall starting at 6:00, rain or shine. The event is free, no registration is required, and children are encouraged. Dress warmer than you think you need to, red flashlights only, no flashing shoes or clothes, please. Dogs on a leash; bring camping chairs and binoculars if you like. While the drive is short for central residents, there are camping facilities for tents and RV‘s. More details regarding that are available in the Lake Sylvia link above.
Saturday
9
https://maps.app.goo.gl/yG5CDdVqgB4gTZNf6
8:30 AM
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Assisting the KLRB Great American Cleanup event. Use Chester St. entrance. Both landscape and aquatic access to landscape trash extraction targets will be available. Bring watercraft if you have any. Additional watercraft will be provided for those who don‘t. We‘ll be shuttling folks out and back via jon boat, too. Look for email you should have received on 3/6.
Saturday
9
Two locations...See description...contact Kate with questions
9:00 AM
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3/9 Sturbridge neighborhood - 9 to 11 Plant 4 Trees at 1601 Old Forge and 2717 Old Forge Need 3 more. Kate Spontak KateTree.CAMN@gmail.com 501-500-3434 201-410-4454
Saturday
9
1st Presbyterian Church
9:00 AM
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For those who would like to know more about our local feathered friends, "Introduction to Birding" is a good place to begin. Traveling to exotic destinations isn‘t the only way to watch interesting animals. There are many fascinating wildlife experiences that can happen close to home. This class will provide a sampling of facts and photos to show some of the many bird species that may be in Arkansas. We will provide a glimpse of those possibilities in a very condensed presentation. Useful apps and equipment relative to birding will also be discussed. A walk & talk will also be available if the weather permits. Our class will be taught by Master Naturalist (emphasis on Master) Belinda Jonak. We will meet at 1st Presbyterian Church at 9 am, on Saturday, March 9th. You will want to wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring some water, and perhaps a pair of binoculars should we get the chance to stroll down Whittington Ave. This class will earn you 3 hours of NIT training or continuing education. Remember to log you hours and milage.
Saturday
9
William F. Layman Public Library
9:00 AM
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GardenFest 2024 Grow Your Own Adventure Saturday, March 09 9:00am - 5:00pm Add to Calendar William F. Laman Public Library Lecture Hall Come learn about ways to beautify your yard with flowers, ferns and other foliage. Talk to horticultural experts about ways to spruce up for Spring! AWS will be presenting and CAMN will have a table.
Saturday
9
First Electric Heber Springs
10:00 AM
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Learn to identify frogs by their unique calls then visit a location known to be home to several different species of frogs and toads. To ensure there will be enough training materials, you MUST REGISTER. Information Contact: Becky Pierce boxterbabe@gmail.com
Tuesday
12
Valero gas station on Highway 300
8:30 AM
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You‘re invited to be part of the intrepid Highway 300 cleanup team on Tuesday, March 12, beginning at 8:30 AM at the Valero gas station on Highway 300. We will meet there and then clean our mile of Highway 300. If enough people volunteer, we‘ll also clean up an extra quarter mile or so of Chenal Parkway from where it meets Highway 300 that is a favorite trash dumping ground. You never know what you‘ll find! It‘s also a great opportunity to ID plants! Please bring gloves and a grabber. We will provide orange vests and trash bags. Also please register so we know whom to expect. Questions? Contact Lynn Foster, lfoster5211@gmail.com.
Thursday
14
Robinson Point trailhead
9:00 AM
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Panther Creek Ozarks Keystone Trail is a new (2021) trail at Norfork Lake. Bring your loppers & we‘ll also paint blazes (wear clothing that might get paint drops), and will shuttle volunteers in 1-2 Kawasaki Mules part of the trail. Rendezvous at Robinson Point trailhead. Report your hours David‘s Trail Foundation. Directions from Mountain Home Walmart, drive 5 miles east on U.S. Highway 62, turn right on Robinson Point Road, drive 2.3 miles, trailhead on right near park entrance. GPS 36.357073, -92.24674, or N36 21‘25", W92 14‘48".
Thursday
14
Garland County Library
2:00 PM
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We will hold our monthly chapter meeting starting at 2pm at the Garland County Library. We will also have a presentation on the upcoming solar eclipse given by Jerry Simmons and Randy Rowland.
Thursday
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Saturday
16
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March 16 in Walnut Valley - 9 am at 9 Cherry Valley and 7 Cherry Valley, 11 at 1116 Briar Creek Road & hopefully 2 more - Kate confirmed, 3 more needed. Contact Kate with questions. Kate Spontak KateTree.CAMN@gmail.com 501-500-3434 201-410-4454
Saturday
16
St. Joseph's Center of Arkansas
9:00 AM
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Bill Toland and Bert Turner, instructors This all day event will be outside, so please dress accordingly. You will want to wear sturdy shoes and bring gloves. Bring your lunch, snacks, and beverages.
Monday
18
St. Joseph's Center of Arkansas
9:00 AM
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CAMN is proud to be working again this year with the St. Joseph Center of Arkansas in North Little Rock to host 25 kids aged 7-10 during Spring Break (March 18-22) for “Junior Naturalist Camp.” This full-day (9:00 to 4:00) day camp is designed to introduce kids to a variety of nature topics in a fun and educational, hands-on way. If you would be available to assist, please contact John Sommer with your topic of choice, and a preferred day and time slot.
Tuesday
19
St. Joseph's Center of Arkansas
9:00 AM
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CAMN is proud to be working again this year with the St. Joseph Center of Arkansas in North Little Rock to host 25 kids aged 7-10 during Spring Break (March 18-22) for “Junior Naturalist Camp.” This full-day (9:00 to 4:00) day camp is designed to introduce kids to a variety of nature topics in a fun and educational, hands-on way. If you would be available to assist, please contact John Sommer with your topic of choice, and a preferred day and time slot.
Wednesday
20
St. Joseph's Center of Arkansas
9:00 AM
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CAMN is proud to be working again this year with the St. Joseph Center of Arkansas in North Little Rock to host 25 kids aged 7-10 during Spring Break (March 18-22) for “Junior Naturalist Camp.” This full-day (9:00 to 4:00) day camp is designed to introduce kids to a variety of nature topics in a fun and educational, hands-on way. If you would be available to assist, please contact John Sommer with your topic of choice, and a preferred day and time slot.
Wednesday
20
Gaston Wildflower Meadow, Bull Shoals - White River State Park
10:00 AM
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The NCAMN Wildflower Meadow Team maintains the Gaston Wildflower Meadow at Bull Shoals-White River State Park from March through December. Team members will work for 2 hours on scheduled Wednesdays. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO VERIFY START TIME BY CHECKING THE WORKDAY EMAIL AS TIME MAY VARY DEPENDING ON TEMPERATURE. The workday email will also list plans for the day and any additional tools that you might need. Always wear gloves and sturdy garden shoes, dress comfortably and expect to get dirty. Volunteers will become familiar with native plants common in north central Arkansas and learn about their characteristics and requirements for growth. Please log your volunteer hours as follows: Activity - Volunteer - Natural Area Maintenance, Sponsor: State Park: Bull Shoals-White River State Park.
Thursday
21
St. Joseph's Center of Arkansas
9:00 AM
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CAMN is proud to be working again this year with the St. Joseph Center of Arkansas in North Little Rock to host 25 kids aged 7-10 during Spring Break (March 18-22) for “Junior Naturalist Camp.” This full-day (9:00 to 4:00) day camp is designed to introduce kids to a variety of nature topics in a fun and educational, hands-on way. If you would be available to assist, please contact John Sommer with your topic of choice, and a preferred day and time slot.
Thursday
21
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Early (pre-season) workday in preparation for April 8 eclipse. Bring your normal equipment for weeding and raking. Plan to lunch at the pavilion. Dwan will bring cookies!
Thursday
21
Fred Berry Crooked Creek Nature Center
10:00 AM
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Maintenance of wildflower gardens; assist staff with special projects and educational programs; general light maintenance; other duties as needed, in a multi-use natural area managed by AGFC.
Thursday
21
Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center
6:00 PM
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Presentation by Witt Stephens Nature Center Staff. Pizza served at 6:00. Presentation at 6:30.
Friday
22
St. Joseph's Center of Arkansas
9:00 AM
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CAMN is proud to be working again this year with the St. Joseph Center of Arkansas in North Little Rock to host 25 kids aged 7-10 during Spring Break (March 18-22) for “Junior Naturalist Camp.” This full-day (9:00 to 4:00) day camp is designed to introduce kids to a variety of nature topics in a fun and educational, hands-on way. If you would be available to assist, please contact John Sommer with your topic of choice, and a preferred day and time slot.
Saturday
23
Middle Fork Barrens
9:00 AM
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Our own Terry Thomason will be leading a Stream Team training event at the Middle Forks Barrens. Any members that have not participated in a Stream Team event are encouraged to attend. We have several opportunities during the year to use this training on both the Middle Fork of the Saline River and the Caddo River. The Stream Team program is part of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission‘s efforts to monitor the water quality of Arkansas‘s streams and rivers. This will give you an opportunity to visit the Middle Fork Barrens and have a chance to play in the middle fork of the Saline River. Terry recommends that you bring water shoes or wading boots, sun protection, a sack lunch, and water. The event is weather dependent, so watch the weather reports and check your emails. We will meet at 9am at the parking lot of the Dollar General on Hwy 5 North and can carpool from there. There is a map link on our website that will give you accurate directions to the Middle Fork Barrens site. This will earn you 6 hours of NIT training or continuing ed hours. Don‘t forget to log your time and milage.
Saturday
23
Several sites...see description...contact Kate with questions
9:00 AM
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3/23 Andover Condominiums - 9 to 1 Plant 12 Trees and have a party. We need a bigger crew for this one to finish on time. Sites are all in walking distance and likely visible from each other. Need 4 more Kate Spontak KateTree.CAMN@gmail.com 501-500-3434 201-410-4454
Saturday
23
Butterfly Park at The Railyard
10:00 AM
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We will identify the plants to anyone who is unsure what is a weed and what is not. We‘ll also answer specific questions from new volunteers. A little early weeding might be on the do-list. Dates are subject to change depending on the weather.
Saturday
23
UofA Extension Office
10:00 AM
Sunday
24
Larry Price Property
2:00 PM
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When: Sunday, March 24th, 2 – 4pm - Registration Recommended (Weather permitting) Where: Russellville Larry Price’s House: 35.278763,-93.063873 (copy and paste coordinates into Google Earth) 2nd Driveway, Parking by Barn Type of Project: Repotting native plants for upcoming projects. NiTs are WELCOME and ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!!!!! General Directions: From Conway, take I-40 West to Exit 84 and turn right on Bradley Cove Road (you will pass a large Flying J truck-stop on the right), approximately 1.5 miles, turn right on Old Cove Road and travel 0.3 miles and Larry’s place will be on the left. Larry has 2 entries. We will be using the 2nd entry. -The Pollinator Habitat sign marks the first entry. The 2nd entry is about 300ft farther and leads to the barn. Carpool/caravan from Conway is available. Please contact Robert the previous evening to coordinate. Questions: Email Larry at: dixielarry@gmail.com or Call or Text: Robert Fuhler at 501.733.4019
Tuesday
26
Bull Shoals - White River State Park
8:00 AM
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State Park Team Last Tuesday of the month, 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Give a helping hand to Bull Shoals White River State Park. Gather to help out with a variety of easy maintenance chores, often painting of fences and signs. A specific chore list will be sent about one week ahead of the work date. We‘ll volunteer 8:00-10:00, subject to change with the weather. Category: Volunteer, Natural Area Maintenance; Location: BSWRSP; Contact: Karen Tietmeyer. tietka8@gmail.com; 209-834-7969.
Wednesday
27
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Mark your calendars for a Work Day (Litter Pickup) at Terre Noire Natural Area. We will meet at 9 AM in the parking lot of Harps, 5536 Central Avenue, on Hwy 7, south of Hot Springs. From there, we will carpool to Terre Noire leaving at 9:15 AM. Bring your ‘Grabbers, gloves, insect repellent, and High Viz clothing as we will be working along Hwy 51 and Shiloh Road. Don‘t forget a snack/Lunch and drinks. Trash bags will be available.
Thursday
28
Several - contact Kate with questions
9:00 AM
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March 28 at Walnut Valley - 10 Walnut Valley Drive & 1218 Kings Mountain Drive- confirmed Kate, 2 more needed. Contact Kate with questions. Save our Planet by Saving our Native Trees & Native Insects Kate Spontak KateTree.CAMN@gmail.com 501-500-3434 201-410-4454
Thursday
28
Corps Engineers Campground
9:00 AM
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Dogwood Trail in Lakeview. We‘ll replace timber steps, remove eyesore washing machine, light maintenance. Pretty 1.7 mile linear trail, located near Lakeview Marina. Directions: Trailhead in Lakeview campground near Lakeview Marina, from Mountain Home drive west on Highway 178 to Lakeview, turn right on Boat Dock Road by Big Red’s Tackle Shop toward the lake, drive ½ mile into campground, make two right turns into the campground areas. Trailhead is uphill in campground C.
Thursday
28
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CALS Webinar - Perilous Journeys: Bird Migration in Arkansas and How You Can Help Each year billions of birds migrate through the United States. It‘s a perilous journey, however, and two of the most dangerous hazards are building windows and night lights. Learn what you can do at home and at work to help birds safely reach their destinations. Presenter Lynn Foster is the Vice President of the Arkansas Audubon Society. Here‘s a link to the registration page: https://events.cals.org/event/10325091 And here‘s a link to the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/perilous-journeys-bird-migrati/422755656870649/?mibextid=9l3rBW
Saturday
30
Double-Drop Falls Trailhead Bluffton Nature Preserve
10:00 AM
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Meet at the Double-Drop Falls Trailhead at 10:00 on Saturday, 30 March. Three tree plots have been approved by the TNC to be used for new Ozark Chinquapin plantings that will be planted on April 20th (possibly earlier). One plot has been prepped by selective clearing with two remaining; the objective is to selectively clear the remaining sites of small under-story trees. Both sites are off-trail; we will have to travel up the nose of a spur that will be an approximate 100’ elevation change. Please bring water and good hiking boots with ankle support. Directions: About 6.0 miles north of the Hwy 65/09 intersection in Clinton on Hwy 65, take County Road 79/Watergate Road (600 feet north and across from Botkinburg Foursquare Church – Correctly located on Google). Continue down Watergate Road (keep right at the fork) and watch for the Double-Drop Falls sign (35.653407,-92.525950 copy and paste into Google Earth or Maps). Call Robert with any questions at 501-733-4019.

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