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    Petersburg

    National Battlefield Virginia

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Environmental Camp 2012

Dissecting Owl Pellets

Leslie McClammy

Dissecting Owl Pellets

Campers will explore the creeks, trees, birds, and bugs that live in Petersburg National Battlefield and will begin to understand the concept of an ecosystem and the dependence on one another. They will learn why the water cycle and water quality is important and what influences there are on them. They will learn that trees help hold soil in place and filter out unwanted sediment to keep water clean. They shade creeks and regulate water temperature for the many aquatic species that need clean, cool water. Many different animals live in the forest near the creeks and ponds of Petersburg National Battlefield. Otters, beavers, deer, herons, salamanders, snakes, frogs, turtles and many others depend on healthy forest creeks and ponds for food, water, homes and protection. For this reason, foresters, hydrologists, geologists, aquatic biologists and many others here at Petersburg National Battlefield work together to manage our creeks and ponds.

To achieve this, campers will don a pair of rubber boots and spend some time in the creek observing, collecting and studying the many living creatures in the creek. They will test water quality and discuss ways to preserve this habitat. They will explore the forest and seek out the bugs and other living creatures here on Petersburg National Battlefield.

 

Ages for the camp are 8-12 yr olds.

Dates for the Environmental Camps for 2012 are

18-20 July 2012

15-17 August 2012

Camps are limited to the first 12 campers and registration forms are available below.

The cost for this three day camp will be $15.00 per camper. The camp runs from 9 am to 1 pm each day.
Larger community or homeschool groups who would like to take advantage of this opportunity can call 804-732-3531 ext 204 for more information or to schedule this program.

For more information email our Education Specialist

 

Registration Form Here

 

Did You Know?

The Crater in Petersburg

The 4th Division of the Union 9th Corps lost 209 men killed and wounded at the Battle of the Crater. Poplar Grove National Cemetery is the resting spot for 331 United States Colored Troops. Most of these men are unidentified burials from the Crater battlefield. (Petersburg Nat'l Battlefield)