Allegany Nature Pilgrimage

Programs in the Main Tent

Bob McKinney - photo by Tom LeBlanc

Friday Night – June 1, 2012
A Tribute to Bob McKinney 8:00pm
Bob was an integral part of the pilgrimage for years, introducing many to the wonders of birds through his early morning bird banding demonstrations.  He was loved by all and will be greatly missed.  Join us to pay tribute to his contributions.

Carol Southby

Appalachian Spring 8:30pm
Join Carol and Dave Southby on a springtime journey to the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. We will see familiar wildflowers from our own New York woodlands and delight in the bounty of an Appalachian virgin forest. Along the way we will also enjoy some of the butterflies, with the plants they depend on for their lives.

Saturday Night, June 2, 2012, 8:00pm
DARWIN Speaks!

Listen to Darwin tell stories of his travels and his life in the 19th century.  Mark Carra, naturalist at Beaver Meadow Audubon Center will step us back in time.

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Walks and Other Programs

Each year, dozens of talented and knowledgeable folks step forward to offer a wide variety of learning opportunities.  Here are some possible topics:

• Birds and Birding:  bird walks, bird banding, beginning birding, birding by ear, owl prowl
• Insects:  Butterflies, dragonflies, pond life, field insect safari
• Other Animals:  beaver walk, animal tracking, herpetology
• Plants:  wildflowers, edible plants, ferns, non-flowering plants, trees
• Destinations:  Bridal Falls, Splash Hike, Old Growth Forest
• Miscellany:  paper making, yoga, photography, painting, history, native american culture, geology, nature for kids by kids

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