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Happy July everyone! As we celebrate the Fourth of July this month, we are reminded that the natural beauty and wonder of this great nation is a gift.
On the hill, we are revving up the summer with some great events. Don't miss out on
Music in the Meadow this month; Joe Freel of the Nashville Jazz Workshop will be joining us. We have many
art workshops coming up, and don't forget about our
Free Programs!
From all of us at Owl's Hill, have a safe and happy holiday.
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Bookmaking Workshop
Sun., August 2
1 - 5
p.m.
Learn to construct a book using traditional French binding. Also learn to recycle old fabrics to make your own book cloth! Bring in any large scraps of fabric to make into a cover for your book. This is an adults only workshop.
REGISTER NOW!
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Accordion Book with Printmaking Workshop
Sun., July 12
1 - 5 p.m.
Learn to construct an accordion book while learning about nature! Kids will collect objects from nature to stamp using basic printmaking methods and make a book from all the objects they have collected.
REGISTER NOW!
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Papermaking Workshop
Sun., July 19
1 - 5 p.m.
Reduce, reuse, and recycle by making your own paper! Bring in old mail, newspaper, and old paper scraps to make new decorative sheets of paper for greeting cards or to use as your own handmade drawing paper. This is an adults only workshop
REGISTER NOW!
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July 18 -- Joe Freel of the Nashville Jazz Workshop
Last year's evening of jazz with Annie Sellick was such a huge hit we've decided to bring you more Jazz in the Meadow! This year we are collaborating with the Nashville Jazz Workshop to bring you the fabulous Joe Freel, backed by a band of NJW musicians.
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In case you missed the show in June...
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Phil Keaggy rockin' out
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Concert goers enjoying the show
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Muriel Anderson: pickin' queen
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Summer Night Hikes
Thurs., July 23 & August 20
Led by naturalist Bob English of LEAPS, these hikes feature a lesson in naked-eye astronomy and nocturnal animal sound identification all while enjoying the summer night woods. Ages 9 & up.
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Fourth of July Butterfly Count
Saturday, July 11
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Help us count the butterflies! All the data we collect will be sent to national databases to help track migration, diversity and other wildlife population concerns. No experience is necessary
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Knee-High Naturalist: Water Works
Mon., July 6 or Tues., July 7
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Why do we need water? What is a tadpole? Wear your water shoes to have some fun in the water. We will also play in the sprinkler to cool off.
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Family Geocaching
Sat., July 11
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Register Now
Thanks to our generous Free Day Sponsor:
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Free Hike Day
Sat., August 1
1 - 3 p.m.
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Only a few spots left in summer camp!
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SCREECH OWL CAMP
Summer as It Used to Be
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A camp for children age 5 - 7. (Age 5 must be entering kindergarten fall of 2015)
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Campers learn about wildlife, nature, and the environment in a natural setting.
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Includes games, hikes, exploration, crafts, live animal programs and building in Fort Cedar or the Fairy Village.
NATURE ADVENTURE CAMP
Outdoor Summer Adventure and Exploration
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A camp for children age 5 - 11. (Age 5 must be entering kindergarten fall of 2015)
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A great camp for siblings to enjoy together.
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Environmental education and nature studies in a natural setting.
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Includes hiking, exploring, wading, fort building, fairy house construction and meeting live animals.
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New Owl Collection in the Gift Shop
Owl's Hill has received a wonderful collection of owl figurines and decor from all over the world, all price ranges, now available in the gift shop.
Give us a call before coming to make sure someone is available to help you: 615-370-4672.
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To all of our volunteers and donors who gave their time and contributions last month, we thank you sincerely. It is your commitment to Owl's Hill that allows us to fulfill our mission and work towards our vision of creating a widespread community of stewards.
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Thank You June Volunteers!
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Margaret Howell
Nancy Garden
Jean Buchanan
Denis Lovell
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Jan Felber
Margaret Smith
Gail Eichelberger
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Beth Boord
Holly Bush
Kathy Gupton
Kelly Zullo
Lee & Marguerite Peterseim
Thomas S. Hill
I.B.M International Foundation
Barbara N. Flagg of DBA Multimedia Research
Jan Felber
Scott & Katrina McCullough
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In memory of Shawna Lea Hickerson Smith
Wayne & Jean Qualls
In Honor of Norm & Debby Miede
Larry & Peggy Okuneff
In Memory of Mrs. Margaret Parr Wilburn
Jeff & Sonja Fulmer
Sponsors
Clayton Management, LLC
Sherrard & Roe, PLC
Cameron Worley, P.C.
R.B. Construction Co.
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Welcome to those joining
The Great Horned Owl Society
in June
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Clayton Management, LLC
Sherrard & Roe, PLC
Cameron Worley P.C.
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