Each winter, the wildlife of our forests, marshes and rivers faces a life or death struggle for survival against the elements, and some have adopted ingenious ways of coping. On Sunday, Dec. 4, the Tulpehaking Nature Center will explore these amazing stories during a presentation of “Welcome Winter” from 1 to 3 p.m.
From the warmth of the nature center, a Mercer County park commission naturalist will share the ways in which animals have adapted to stay warm in the ice and snow. Guests will learn of the realities and hardships wildlife faces, but also have the opportunity to make this winter a little easier on our wild neighbors. After the lecture, guests will be able to give the furred and feathered friends a hand by making them tasty treats to hang in their backyards.
This program is $5 per person or $20 per family, and is appropriate for children ages 10 and up. Pre-registration is required; call (609) 888-3218 or e-mail natureprograms@mercercounty.org.
The Tulpehaking Nature Center is located at 157 Westcott Ave. in Hamilton. It is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.
For more information about the nature center, programs and schedule of events, go to mercercountyparks.org.
Squirrel tracks leading to the Tulpehaking Nature Center. Squirrels are an example of an animal that toughs it out by staying active each winter. (Photo by Kelly Rypkema),
