Preregistration required for this program that is geared for adults or interested teens (13 and up).
These lectures alternate times to serve both retirees and working adults. Each session will begin with a tribute to our volunteers and announcements from member action teams, followed by a guest lecture. On weekdays, feel free to bring lunch and go for a hike with experienced volunteers afterwards.
Ocean, Ice, Land, and Streams: The Natural History of the Cincinnati Region
Presented by Dr. Stan Hedeen
Join Dr. Hedeen as he tells the story of when our area was a warm sea, a glaciated terrain, a cold woodland, and a closed temperate forest. Come enjoy Dr. Hedeen’s easygoing conversational style and vast knowledge of the area as he explains what makes Cincinnati special.
Dr. Stan Hedeen taught ecology for over four decades at Xavier University, where he also variously served as Biology Department Chair and Dean of Arts and Sciences. He has published papers on such topics as population ecology, animal behavior, and water pollution, as well as books about the Natural History of Cincinnati, Little Miami River, the Mill Creek, and Big Bone Lick.
Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist graduates can apply this program to their continuing education hours.
Program participants meet on the back deck at Groesbeck Estate at our Rowe Woods location. (Inclement weather location will be at Rowe Woods Visitor Center's auditorium.)
Members $5; nonmembers $15 (includes daily admission).
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Pet Policy for Programs/Events: For the comfort and safety of all guests, no pets are allowed at programs or events. Service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are welcome. Therapy animals, whose function is to provide comfort or emotional support, do not qualify as service animals. For more information about pets on our grounds, please see our pet policies on our website.
Cancellation Policy: Please note that cancellations must be made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. All programs continue, rain or shine. In the event that Cincinnati Nature Center cancels a program, full refunds will be issued.
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