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Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Take a Hike: Riverlink's free guided nature walks

Riverlink's March guided nature walks theme is "On the Lookout for Amphibians". The Walks series is a program designed to share the beauty and splendor of the region along the Wilma Dykeman RiverWay.

Groups will meet at the RiverLink office, located at 170 Lyman Street in the River Arts District, at 3:00 PM on March 17. Part 1 of each day will consist of a presentation outlining common species of amphibians found in the area, and defining characteristics of each. There will also be an audio presentation on frog and toad calls.

Part 2 of the day will consist of a drive over to Bent Creek Experimental Forest to go on the hunt for these beautiful creatures. Be prepared to get dirty while searching through the leaf litter on the hill sides and in the streams. Care will be given to leave the forest floor unaltered, and to safely release each salamander where it was found.

These outings are free and open to the public. They are designed to be beneficial and of great interest to beginners and experts alike. The nature walks will extend through August, with a new theme each month.

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