Spring Outdoor Orienteering Continues at Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 8, 2004
CONTACT: Lisa Lillefjeld, Public Affairs Intern
Tel: 530-898-4143
Joe Wills
530-898-4143
Spring Outdoor Orienteering Continues at
Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
California State University, Chico’s Bidwell Environmental Institute is scheduled to continue its outdoor orienteering classes at the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve throughout April and May.
The classes typically last for two hours, and appropriate attire and water are recommended. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars and field guides to all classes. The meeting point for all walks is at the Highway 32 Park and Ride.
The classes are open to people with any level of experience. “The walks are really designed for the entire community, including the Chico State community,” said Jeff Mott, reserve manager.
The classes are as follows:
April 10 and 18, May 2 and 8
Wildflowers of the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
with Nancy Hawley
9 to 11 a.m.
Fee: none
April 18 and 24, May 9
Birds of the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
with Dr. Roger Lederer
8 to 10:30 a.m. (April 18 and 24)
8 a.m. to noon (May 9-special tour)
Fee: none April 18, 24
$25 May 9
May 2 and 16
Exploring the Natural History of Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
with Dr. Paul Maslin
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: $25 non-refundable
May 9 and 23
Geology of the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
with Dr. Richard Flory
9 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free
Dates to be Announced
Outdoor Orienteering and Wilderness Survival Skills
with Dave Mahon
Fee: $30 non-refundable
For further information or to register for classes, please contact Mott at 530-898-5010
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