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Our backyard is far more active than you might realize! In this class we will explore the “night shift” of the wild animals that share our spaces, especially as habitat loss brings them closer to our doors. This course offers an in-depth look at the wildlife navigating our residential landscapes. Having seen a threefold increase in rehabilitation calls over the years, I am dedicated to teaching homeowners how to trade fear for understanding. Join me to learn how we can advocate for our wild nocturnal neighbors and foster an environment where we move toward a model of informed, peaceful coexistence.   

Analysis of Warfare since World War II An exploration of the evolution of warfare from 1945 to Putin’s disastrous invasion of Ukraine. We will examine counter insurgency struggles to full blown conflicts. Selective conflicts include the wars decolonization (1947-1975), the Vietnam War (1964-1975) the Iraq War (2003-2011), Afghanistan War (20001-2021), and Putin’s disastrous War in the Ukraine. The focus is NOT on a detailed history of these wars but to focus on the strategies and goals of the opposing sides and the lessons learned or not learned. How did generals and statemen adapt to various new weapons systems, theories and strategies? Noted military and civilian historians will be utilized to examine strategies- some which have been successful while some strategies reflect critical mistakes that have often been repeated time and again.

What makes good art good?  Is it all subjective?  Are there objective qualities to art?  What _is_ art, anyway?  In this class we will look at the philosophy of art, including major theories on these big questions, and others, such as: how should we interpret artworks?  Does the artist’s intention matter?  How would we know what that is?  Are concepts like Art and Beauty connected in any way?  We will also address social questions pertaining to the arts, such as issues of censorship, public funding, and related topics.

In this class will cover wild bird attributes, including habitats, habits and diets as well as the different classes of birds: Raptors, Songbirds, Sea Birds, Game Birds, Wading Birds and Waterfowl. We will discuss different poisons and diseases, including rodenticides. We will focus on how we can protect our native birds from extinction. I am teaching this class with my new Education Barn Owl, Baby.