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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom at the Vineyard Church
In this presentation, Matt Spoor will explore the wonderful world of Washtenaw County owls. He will unravel their natural history, physiology, behavior, breeding, conservation challenges, and methods of identification. Along the way, he will share fascinating facts about these remarkable creatures. Questions and curiosity are encouraged! Matthew Spoor, a naturalist with roots in birding, is a passionate environmental educator and enabler of habitat restoration efforts throughout Washtenaw County. As Park Steward Coordinator at the City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation, he works with volunteers to develop and implement ecological restoration workplans in Ann Arbor's natural areas. Matt volunteers his expertise as a Park Naturalist Assistant for Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation, as a Board Member and Field Trip Chair for the Washtenaw Bird and Nature Alliance, and as Ornithology Instructor for MSU Extension Michigan Master Naturalist Program. He co-founded and served as President of the Grand Forks Audubon Society for nearly a decade. Matt also developed and manages A2Nature.org, a simple, hand-curated website about Ann Arbor area nature events.
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Fee: $15.00
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Instructor(s): Matthew Spoor
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Dates: 9/12/2024 - 9/12/2024
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Building: Vineyard Church
Room: Classroom at the Vineyard Church
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom at the Vineyard Church
Most of us have always enjoyed, indeed loved, the outdoors, and we have cherished our walks to see flowers, birds, butterflies, and all of nature’s gifts. However, many of us have been slowed in recent years by knee surgeries, hip replacements, the effects of arthritis, and general loss of the energy we once had. Yet our love of the outdoors has remained steadfast. Today’s class provides an alternative to the walks we so enjoyed, and we will find that our communion with nature need not be curtailed, just modified. Join frequent Elderwise presenter Don Chalfant as he presents a motoring route in southwest Washtenaw County, plus a drive down his favorite road in the county, which will result in seeing a surprising number of nature’s treasures. Enjoy Don’s classroom photo trip; then plan one for yourself and your family. Don Chalfant has been entertaining and enlightening the Elderwise community for many years with his profound knowledge and stunning photographs of North America’s natural world. Don received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Michigan. Since retiring from teaching in the Ann Arbor Public Schools, Don is eager to share his passion for birds and other flora and fauna through his photos.
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Fee: $15.00
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Instructor(s): Don Chalfant
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Dates: 9/24/2024 - 9/24/2024
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Building: Vineyard Church
Room: Classroom at the Vineyard Church
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ONLINE: A Zoom invitation link will be sent one day before each class session begins.
This is the second half of the Planet Earth series begun in Spring 2024. Join us for a stunning viewing experience that captures rare action, impossible locations, and intimate moments with our planet’s best-loved, wildest, and most elusive creatures. This exciting series features six episodes of an astonishing BBC production released in 2006. Each episode features a global overview of a different biome or habitat on Earth.
October 18 Ice Worlds, Great Plains
October 25 Jungles, Shallow Seas
November 1 Seasonal Forests, Ocean Deep
Linda M. Gintowt holds an M.A. in drama from the University of Toronto. She has a passion for history and the preservation of art and culture. Londa served as the Elderwise Program Coordinator for five years. She is pleased to share her love of nature with Elderwise friends through this iconic series.
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Fee: $45.00
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Instructor(s): Linda M. Gintowt
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Dates: 10/18/2024 - 11/1/2024
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 3
Days: F
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Building: Online Course
Room: Online via Zoom
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1st Session is on Oct 18;
2nd Session is on Oct 25;
3rd Session is on Nov 1
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom at the Vineyard Church
Michigan is home to four distinct semi-aquatic furbearers, fur producing mammals that have adapted to freshwater habitats and complete their life cycle in or near water. These include Beaver, Mink, Muskrat, and Otter. They are among the most enjoyable wild animals to observe, but many people find identifying them to be confusing, especially as they often appear to be swimming blobs of fluff. Join naturalist Elle Bogle for an exploration of these furry fellows and learn all about their differences, similarities, and the very important roles they play in the ecosystem. To highlight her presentation, Elle will bring examples of skins and skulls of the various animals being described. Elle Bogle is a passionate outdoor educator and adventurer who takes pride in connecting people with the beauty of nature. She has been working as a naturalist with Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission for four years and as an environmental specialist with the Ann Arbor Public Schools for five years. Her specialties are amphibians and reptiles, dragonflies, and mindfulness in nature. She is an avid reader and book lover who also enjoys traveling, kayaking, hiking, and spending time with her family.
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Fee: $15.00
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Instructor(s): Elle Bogle
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Dates: 10/23/2024 - 10/23/2024
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Building: Vineyard Church
Room: Classroom at the Vineyard Church
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom at the Vineyard Church
Bud Thomas’s latest presentation will focus on the background and visuals of the fascinating experiences he has had associated with high-altitude mountain climbing in the Himalayas. He will discuss what is required to prepare physically in order to successfully summit high-altitude peaks, as well as the number of Nepalese porters required and their individual duties. We will also learn many interesting facts about Nepalese culture. Bud Thomas is a retired Aerospace Engineer with 50+ years of experience, including rocket engine design for the Saturn-V Apollo rocket, the Space Shuttle’s main engine, and jet engine design for commercial and military aircraft. He has taught Jet Engine Design at the graduate school level for 49 years and is now a mentor to Aerospace Engineering students at the University of Michigan. Bud also has climbing experience in the United States, Africa, Japan, France and Antarctica, and has had multiple dog sledding experiences in the Arctic.
 
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Fee: $15.00
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Instructor(s): Bud Thomas
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Dates: 11/13/2024 - 11/13/2024
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Building: Vineyard Church
Room: Classroom at the Vineyard Church
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