Beautiful fall weather is in the forecast for this weekend, just in time for two nature programs at Sodalis Nature Preserve.
Nature programs offered by Hannibal Parks & Recreation are free due to the generous sponsorship of Hannibal BASF.
- Bird Walk at Sodalis Nature Preserve 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15. Meet at the shelter off Ely Street. The insect-eating birds have migrated further south even as far as South America. We’ll listen for and observe which birds may be here for the winter. What are they eating this time of year? How are they going to survive the colder temperatures? Bring binoculars and check out the Merlin Bird App for learning bird calls. Beginner and experienced birders welcome.
- I Like Lichen and Moss Family Nature program 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16 at Sodalis Nature Preserve. Lichen is a unique organism given that it’s both green plant and fungi. Moss, too, is unique among plants. Both grow on top of rocks, roots, tree bark, and other surfaces to colonize and get the few nutrients they need to survive. We’ll search for both at the Sodalis Nature Preserve and see what we can learn about them.
These programs are led by Hannibal Parks & Recreation’s Nature Interpreter Gale Rublee and members of the Mississippi Hills Missouri Master Naturalist chapter. Sign up at www.hannibalparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program
