: glen helen calendar of events :

09.02.2010   Reception September 5th 2-4pm   Nature Photography by Scott Kissell
September 2-28 Nature photography by Scott Kissell. Opening Reception on Sunday, September 5th, 2-4pm.

LOCATION: Glen Helen Atrium Gallery
CONTACT: Glen Helen Building (937) 769-1902

09.04.2010   8 am   Critter Walk
Take a walk through the Glen looking for all types of critters and any signs of their activities. Bring a camera, you never know what you might find! Families welcome for this easy morning stroll.

LOCATION: Trailside Museum
CONTACT: Glen Helen Building (937) 769-1902

09.04.2010   10-noon   Photo Hike
Join photojournalist Rebecca Ingebo for a hike through the Glen visiting enchanting settings for the novice and advanced photographer alike. Don't have a camera, come along for the hike anyway! Hike starts and ends at Trailside Museum.

LOCATION: Trailside Museum
CONTACT: Glen Helen Building (937) 769-1902

09.05.2010   1-3pm   Wildflower Hike
Join volunteer Daniel Pearson on a hike through the Glen to catch a glimpse of wildflowers. Bring your cameras to capture the beauty of the stunning wildflowers of Glen Helen. This hike lasts approximately two hours and is of moderate intensity. Departs from Trailside, 1pm.

LOCATION: Trailside Museum
CONTACT: Glen Helen Building (937) 769-1902

09.10.2010   7:30-9:30pm   Family Night Hike
Bring the whole family and enjoy a rare opportunity to hike through the Glen at night! Learn about the nocturnal wildlife in the Glen and the amazing adaptations they use to navigate the night. Finish the hike off with a campfire and s'mores! Preregistration for this event is required: (937) 767-7648. $20 per family, spaces are limited!

LOCATION: Outdoor Education Center
CONTACT: Outdoor Education Center (937) 767-7648

09.11.2010   8-10am   Fall Migration Bird Hike
Join Glen Director Nick Boutis on a hike to spot the first of the fall migrants moving through the preserve. Hike begins and ends at the Grinnell Mill.

LOCATION: Grinnell Mill
CONTACT: Glen Helen Building (937) 769-1902

09.11.2010   11 am   Trailside Reptile Feeding Program
Join a Trailside volunteer for an interactive program with our live Box Turtle and Black Rat Snake.

LOCATION: Trailside Museum
CONTACT: Outdoor Education Center (937) 767-7648

09.12.2010   9am-1pm   Pancake Breakfast
Bring your friends and family for a delicious pancake breakfast with real maple syrup. You're guaranteed to have a good time and it's all for a great cause--supporting Glen Helen!

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LOCATION: Glen Helen Outdoor Education Center
CONTACT: Reception desk (937) 769-1902

09.12.2010   1 pm   Wildflower Hike
Join volunteer Daniel Pearson on a hike through the Glen to catch a glimpse of wildflowers. Bring your cameras to capture the beauty of the stunning wildflowers of Glen Helen. This hike lasts approximately two hours and is of moderate intensity. Departs from Trailside, 1pm.

LOCATION: Trailside Museum
CONTACT: Glen Helen Building (937) 769-1902

09.17.2010   9:30-10:30pm   Stargazing
Join the Wright State University Astronomy club to gaze at the stars, moon and perhaps a UFO or two! Stargazing at 9:30pm, at the lawn by the Antioch College Amphitheater. Stargazing is weather dependent so cross your fingers for clear skies and come on out!

LOCATION: 920 Corry Street, Yellow Springs, OH
CONTACT: Reception desk (937) 769-1902