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Antler Amble at
March Jr. Naturalists
Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the
Jr. Naturalists program on Saturday, March 11th from 9:30am to 12pm at
Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville. This
month will focus on whitetail deer antlers. The deer grow a new set of
antlers every year and shed them in the late winter. Students will
venture off trail to hunt for shed antlers and see what treasures
they’ll discover along the way. Remember to dress for the weather and
for being off-trail.
The Jr. Naturalists is a series of monthly programs designed to give
3rd-6th grade students hands-on interaction with the natural world and
a look at our current and historical place within it. Hikes, games,
crafts, and service projects are all a part of this exciting integrated
study group. A fee of $3 is charged for the program, and registration
is required. For questions about the Jr. Naturalists program or any
other park district programs or to register for the March class, please
call the park office at (937) 548-0165 or email
info@darkecountyparks.org.
Photo: Whitetail deer antlers can grow up to one inch per day
during the peak growth period.
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