| BONNIE THE BIOLOGIST PROGRAMS ARE BACK! |
Bonnie the Biologist is one of the true gems of Burroughs Audubon’s Nature Center and Library. Her programs are fun and full of energy! Everyone of all ages are welcome and free to come and go during the time allotted. Programs are free and include free literature, and more!
Programs take place at our Nature Center and Bird Sanctuary unless otherwise stated.
PROGRAMS BEGIN AT 10:00 AM AND LAST FOR AN HOUR, PLUS.
MAY 2024
| * Wednesday, May 15 – “History of Missouri Geology” – Ever wonder why the plants you want to landscape with won’t grow where you live? It could be all about the geology and physiography of your location! The successful survival of swamps, prairies and forests has everything to do with prehistory, physical geography and geology in Missouri. We will gather at the Burroughs Nature Center at 10:00 a.m. See you then! |
| * Wednesday, May 29 – “History of Missouri Geology” – Ever wonder why the plants you want to landscape with won’t grow where you live? It could be all about the geology and physiography of your location! The successful survival of swamps, prairies and forests has everything to do with prehistory, physical geography and geology in Missouri. We will gather at the Burroughs Nature Center at 10:00 a.m. See you then! |
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JUNE 2024
| * Wednesday, June 12 – NEW PROGRAM! “Bryophytes–An Ancient Conversation in Miniature” – The secrets, astonishing success, and ecological impact of mosses and their allies. |
| * Wednesday, June 26 – NEW PROGRAM! “Bryophytes–An Ancient Conversation in Miniature” – The secrets, astonishing success, and ecological impact of mosses and their allies. |
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JULY 2024
| * Wednesday, July 10 – “Missouri’s Mysterious Insectivores!” – The mysterious natural history surrounding shrews, moles, armadillos, and more. New material and information! |
| * Wednesday, July 24 – “Missouri’s Mysterious Insectivores!” – The mysterious natural history surrounding shrews, moles, armadillos, and more. New material and information! |
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SEPTEMBER 2024
| * Wednesday, Sept. 11 – “The Canidae Family – Wolves, Coyotes and Coydogs” – Can understanding the difference among canids affect you? The latest in conservation, biology and mystique surrounding Man’s Best Friend! |
| * Thursday, Sept. 26 – “The Canidae Family – Wolves, Coyotes and Coydogs” – Can understanding the difference among canids affect you? The latest in conservation, biology and mystique surrounding Man’s Best Friend! |
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OCTOBER 2024
| * Thursday, Oct. 10 – “Missouri Rodentia” – The largest taxonomic Order of mammals in the world! From scary to cute, their impact on humans is both historic and profound to present and shocking. |
| * Wednesday, Oct. 23 – “Missouri Rodentia” – The largest taxonomic Order of mammals in the world! From scary to cute, their impact on humans is both historic and profound to present and shocking. Happy Halloween! |
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NOVEMBER 2024
| * Wednesday, Nov. 6 – “Winter Wildlife Gardening” – Providing food and habitat for birds and wildlife through fall, winter and into early spring is both beneficial and rewarding! Valuable information for all environments: from decks and patios to yards and property edge. Join in the fun and insight of gardening for birds and wildlife in the cooler months ahead! |
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Archives of previous program brochures can be accessed here:
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In Bonnie’s absence, guest programs were generously conducted by our MO Master Naturalist friends!
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