FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 14, 2016
QUINTE CONSERVATION’S WILD ABOUT WILDLIFE DAY COMES TO WELLINGTON PARK ON AUGUST 3RD
Quinte Conservation’s education staff will be holding a Wild about Wildlife day on Wednesday, August 3rd at Wellington Park, Prince Edward County from 11am-3pm. Conservation Education Coordinator, Maya Navrot, says, “We are expecting a great turn out for this year’s Wild about Wildlife days. These days are great opportunities for families to get outdoors and learn about their natural surroundings, explore their environment, and learn about fascinating creatures through hands-on interactive activities. Each day is jam packed with a variety of activities so that each child can learn and experience many different things.”
Activities Include:
 Make a paper pot and bring home a wildflower for bees and butterflies
 Meet live falcons and learn about raptors from 11-1
 Learn about water bugs and meet some creek critters
 Learn about your watershed with our watersheds model
 Learn about invasive species that live in our area
 Create art in nature
 Live interactive Ontario Reptiles At-Risk display
DATE: Wednesday, August 3rd LOCATION: Wellington Park, Prince Edward County TIME: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm ADMISSION: Free
In order for your child to participate in a Wild about Wildlife Day they must be accompanied by an adult. Maya Navrot, adds, “We hope you have the opportunity to come out to this free, and fun educational day. Don’t miss your chance to get wild about wildlife with Quinte Conservation.”