Kids Ecology Corps – Butterflies, Moths and Their Habitat
Butterflies, Moths and Their Habitat is presented by Kids Ecology Corps as part of the Snyder Park Restoration Project in partnership with the City of Fort Lauderdale, in cooperation with Hands On Broward. This program provides service learning opportunities for Broward County youngsters between 7-14 years old (and their adult chaperone).
Butterflies, Moths and Their Habitat is a fun-filled, educational program that will explore the nature of butterflies, moths and the connection between their life cycle stages and the specific plants they need. This program will include engaging, hands-on service learning activities followed by making two “no water necessary” terrariums to house butterfly-attracting plants:
– one to take home to start a butterfly garden
– one to leave at the Park to help beautify and populate the Butterfly Gardens at Snyder Park.
All materials are provided.
The program takes place the second Saturday of each month
from 9 am to 12 noon starting in May 2013.
May 11 * June 8 * July 13 * August 10
September 14 * October 12 * November 9 * December 14
Children must be accompanied by an adult. When you sign up, you will be asked for the names and ages of minors, so we can make sure every child is accompanied by an adult.
Weather permitting, activities will take place outdoors (and move indoors if there is rain). Your service experience will include a guided nature walk. It is best to wear long pants, socks and shoes, and a long-sleeved shirt. Bug spray and sunscreen are recommended. Water will be provided. A donation of unused gardening gloves of any size to support the restoration project at Snyder Park would be wonderful!
Location
Snyder Park
3299 S.W. 4th Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
(954) 828-4341
If you need assistance registering contact jennifer@
or call 954 233-1297
for additional registration information.
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Earth Day Exotic Plant Removal at Snyder Park
Re-Nourish Fort Lauderdale 2013
Kids Ecology Corps http://www.kidsecologycorps.
The Snyder Park Project is a program of Kids Ecology Corps in partnership with the City of Fort Lauderdale providing service learning opportunities for kids and adult volunteers from all over Broward County.
Snyder Park is an urban forest and part of the Eastern United States Flyway zone visited by a variety of migratory birds. These migratory birds depend on the native plant and tree species in Snyder Park for shelter and food. Over the years, the numbers of Florida Natives have decreased significantly because the introduction of invasive exotic trees and plants. The goal of the Snyder Park Project is to educate kids and adult volunteers by participating in a service learning project that connects them with a real-world restoration project.
Your service to the park will be combined with an educational learning opportunity and nature walk.
SIGN UP INFORMATION
http://www.handsonbroward.org/HOC__Volunteer_Opportunity_Details_Page?id=a0CA000000NxhItMAJ
Important Volunteer Information:
- · Proper attire is a t-shirt and long pants – things you do not mind getting dirty!
- · No flip-flops or sandals. All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes.
- · Due to the outdoor activity, it is recommended all volunteers wear a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent, plus bring their own water and snack.
- · All tools will be provided by Kids Ecology Corps; however, we would request that you bring a fresh pair of garden gloves to donate to a worthy cause!
To speed up registration on the day of the event, please complete this required form for each volunteer and bring it with you: click here for the link.
REQUIREMENTS
Age Minimum (with Adult) – 10, Minimum Age – 16+, Court Ordered Volunteer – Allowed, Orientation Required, Skill Category – N/A
If you need assistance registering a team or family to volunteer, you can contact jennifer@handsonbroward.org