February 19, 2013 Aiken Audubon Society in Colorado Springs presents Chico Basin Ranch and Death by Chocolate - this may sound like a murder mystery but it isn't. Join us as Lee Derr speaks about Chico Basin Ranch and we enjoy various chocolate desserts.
When: Wednesday, February 20, 2013 Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; Program starts at 7:00 p.m. Where: Colorado Division of Wildlife, 4255 Sinton Road, Colorado Springs - Rear entrance, back classroom Program: Presented by Lee Derr Chico Basin Ranch is one of the largest remaining contiguous sections of short-grass prairie in the region. It encompasses part of the historic Cherokee Trail and has a history that includes many interesting stories and personalities. The colorful history of ranching is integral to the longstanding preservation and current ranching practices are a key to ecosystem success. The meandering of water via springs, ponds and the Chico Creek make it one of the most successful bird habitats and banding stations in the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory service area. Biologist and Educator Lee Derr will lead a program on this unique ranch including its ownership, history, current efforts to preserve native habitat, relationship with RMBO and its efforts to provide public access. Each migratory season nearly 1000 local students have their first introduction to bird migration, prairie ecology, and the importance of ranching when they visit the Chico. This evening is also our annual “Death by Chocolate” potluck dessert. Bring your favorite chocolate dessert or treat to share. Mmmm… chocolate! Hope to see you there! Christine A. Bucher, President Aiken Audubon Society Colorado Springs, Colorado -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
