In the August 2024 newsletter: George the duck’s gender reveal, special thanks for help with George's duck diet, mark your calendar for Barnyard Boogie events in September, new discoveries in the Gilcrease excavation, and join the BioBlitz wildlife photo event at Floyd Lamb Park.

🦆 Gender reveal confirms, George the duck is a boy!

As mentioned in last month's newsletter, when The Mirage was set to close, several people from the community started campaigning online to ensure that George, the duck, would be rehomed safely. Now that he's moved in at GNS, he has excellent healthcare provided by local veterinarians, and there was even a gender reveal party! See the Fox5Vegas news story.

We would like to extend a very special thank you to Kari Garcia (above-left) at tsp baking company for joining the party and sharing the delicious gender-reveal cookies!

And (above-right), special thanks also to Janna Hudson (left), City of Las Vegas Facility and Events Coordinator, and Jennifer Langford (right), GNS Director, for the big reveal!

George is not the only animal retired at GNS from casino life. We also provide forever homes for several retired Las Vegas show birds. Plan your visit to meet them!



🌭 George needs to eat - hotdogs and popcorn weren't cutting it!

Jennifer Langford (above-left) and George the duck (above-right), want to say THANK YOU to Carole from Resources for Rescues for their donation of waterfowl pellet. It is taking George a while to get used to a proper duck diet. He has been eating a lot of bread and other things given to him by the public.

Please don't give our wildlife bread and other junk foods. Feeding wildlife human food, like bread and popcorn, can actually harm their health. It doesn't provide the nutrients they need and can lead to malnutrition or other health issues. At GNS, we always stick to proper diets to keep our residents healthy and thriving!



🎨 Mark your calendar for an upcoming Barnyard Boogie by JELLY TOTS Entertainment

Educational, Engaging, and Extremely Exciting! Singing, dancing, puppets, instruments and shakers, dance & sensory props, glow toys, dress-ups, story time, interactive role play, themed coloring, bubbles, scavenger hunt. 

Events for September 2024 - 9.30-10.30AM 

•Thursday 5: Barnyard Boogie with Farmer Jelly Tots 

•Thursday 12: Boogie in the Jungle with Tilly Tiger 

•Thursday 19: Nature Boogie with Beeanca Bumble Bee 

•Thursday 26: Boogie with Bluey (inc. mascot appearance) 

•Suitable for babies, toddlers, preschool & school aged children 

Book All 4 Sessions & Receive a *FREE* Animal Hand Puppet. Classes take place inside at GNS with air conditioning! 

Prices are per session and include a day pass to Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary open 9 AM - 2:30 PM. Age 2 and over $10, Adults $15  Text Elisa to Book:725-285-7564 

🦜 Protectors of TULE SPRINGS presents: Re-examining the Gilcrease excavation—is there proof out there?

In the late 1980's, Bill Gilcrease was using a backhoe to dig into the rich sediments of a spring mound on land that is now the Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary; uncovering large teeth and a tusk fragment in the process. Further excavation of the site in 1992 - 1993 led to fascinating discoveries — the full importance of which may be just being uncovered.

The director of GNS, Jennifer Langford, will be sharing exciting new evidence that was discovered by Dr. Amy Foulks, retired archeology professor, upon re-examination and re-evaluation of the excavation's artifacts.

Join us on September 10, 2024 at a general meeting from 6 - 8:00 PM at Sun City Aliante Clubhouse, 7390 N. Aliante Pkwy, North Las Vegas, NV 89084.

Also in this meeting, learn about Protectors' successes over the summer and upcoming fall events. Get updates from Ice Age Fossils State Park. Meet Emilisa, the park's new interpretive Ranger, and more.

Learn more at:

protectorsoftulesprings.org

🎉 A special event for wildlife photo enthusiasts

Join the fun on Saturday, September 14, 10 AM - 2 PM at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, Hay Barn and Lakeside Courtyard.

Did you know that pollinators are an essential part of our ecosystem? The BioBlitz - an event where we take and upload photos of wildlife - to learn about pollinators and their habitat in our area and we need lots of budding photographers!

Observe and take photos of the pollinators, plants, and other wildlife. Upload your observations to our iNaturalist project page the entire month of September 2024 and see how high you can go on our leaderboard! 

Learn more at:

LasVegasNevada.gov/protectpollinators

🎉 Schedule your next event at GNS

Looking for a unique and beautiful venue for your next event? Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary offers a picturesque setting surrounded by nature and wildlife, perfect for any gathering. Whether it's a birthday party, corporate event, or family reunion, GNS provides a memorable experience for all. Contact us today to learn more about our facilities and book your event! Call (702) 645-4224 to schedule.

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Help make Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary a place where animals and our entire community thrive. We're looking forward to sharing more beautiful moments with you!

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