NATURE WALK: Maturing Mammals – Exploring the Secrets of Our Wild Furry Friends!

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF SIGN UPS. WE WILL TRY AGAIN THIS WINTER.

ABOUT THE EVENT:
This walk will be led by Kelly Dwyer, naturalist and owner of Nature Education Opportunities.

Fall brings seasonal changes for us and for many young mammals ready to leave their parents to begin their next chapter as young adults!
What skills and survival strategies are they learning as they prepare to navigate the challenges of various habitats in NH and the coming winter?

As we explore the beautiful Candia/Raymond Rockingham Rail Trail, we will delve into the following:

• The fascinating natural history of 7 mammal species often found near our homes.
• Sensory exploration of the types and purpose of fur using animal pelts.
• How to look for habitat clues of their presence, including calls and other “calling cards” they may leave behind.

Future walks with your pups may spotlight mammal signs along the trails you never noticed before!

Dogs will be provided with a yummy frozen Kong to keep them busy at the observation stops on our nature walk. If you dog has any allergies, please make us aware of this ahead of time.

In addition, participants will receive an entry towards our September giveaways (must sign in), which will be drawn on October 1st.

ABOUT KELLY DWYER:
Kelly, the owner of Nature Education Opportunities and an award-winning environmental educator and certified NH elementary teacher, has been creating and delivering engaging programming for audiences of all ages for over 15 years.

As a certified wellness coach, Kelly also brings a deep understanding of the numerous benefits of connecting with the natural world to reduce stress, improve health and embrace a more mindful approach to life and learning.

An avid gardener and cook, she loves to spend time with her family, which includes her husband and two daughters.

TRAIL RATING:
The trail is rated as Level 1, easy, flat and wide.

COST:
To cover insurance and planning time that goes into our events, we charge a fee.

• $25/non-member
• $20/member (use discount code in the event description of your private FB group)

Limited to 15 people. ONLY 1 dog/person please due to the stop and go nature of this program. To REGISTER, scroll to the bottom of this event to the BOOK EVENT section.

DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
Meet at the Depot Road Rockingham Rail Trail parking lot, Rte 27 to Langford Road, right onto Depot Road and the lot is on the right.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING AN EVENT:
Please review our Club Guidelines, sign our Liability Waivers & Release Forms, and read our covid guidelines on our Events & Activities page.

CANCELLATIONS:
If weather or covid conditions make gathering and walking unsafe, the event will be cancelled and announced in the Event section of the Facebook Group and on this Calendar page.

QUESTIONS:
If you have questions, text/call (603) 815-2453 or email woof@nhdogwalkingclub.com.