Middlesex Fells Junior Rangers

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Dates:	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu from 8/11/14 - 8/14/14
Hours:	10:00-11:30 am daily, Monday 8/11-Thursday 8/14
Ages:	Kids
In/Outdoor:	Indoor, Outdoor
Cost:	Free see below
Category:	Nature & Outdoors

Free program for kids ages 7-11. Join our DCR (Department of Conservation and Recreation) Park Interpreter Gillian and guest appearances by our Rangers in exploring the Fells. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration includes participation in all four days, at the end of which will be a short graduation where participants will receive their Junior Rangers certificate of completion and an official patch.

Participants must attend all four consecutive days in order to receive a certificate and a patch.

(The programs below might occur out of order depending on the weather)

August 11: Basic orienteering and map reading with special guest Ranger Bill
August 12: Raptors!

We’ll explore owls, hawks, and other raptors in the Fells and will dissect a real owl pellet!
August 13: Life in a Pond.

We’ll take a walk to Quarter Mile Pond where we will identify key components of pond habitat.

August 14: Our Search and Rescue team Ranger Kathy and her partner Ava will demonstrate how they track missing people, talk about wilderness safety, and discuss what to do if you ever get lost in the woods.

COST

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Free, but pre-registration is required: (978) 937-2092 x 120

WEBSITE

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www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/programs-and-events/events/

LOCATION

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4 Woodland Rd, Stoneham, MA, 02180 map
Phone: (774) 722-3838

Meet daily at the Botume House Visitor Center, 4 Woodland Road Stoneham, MA

TIPS

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Binoculars encouraged! Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Consider bringing water and sunscreen. Insect repellant is highly recommended.