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Education Outing: Digging on Dragonflies-Sold Out
May 22 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$5 – $15
CRLC is honored to welcome Dr. Richard Groover as our featured educational outing guest on Wednesday, May 22. Join us at our Varina LandLab property along the banks of Four Mile Creek as Dr. Groover shares his insights on the life of the dragonfly as well as his current research into the fascinating behavior of black vultures.
Dr. Richard Groover is a Fellow of the Virginia Academy of Science. He teaches graduate seminars at George Mason University. Dr. Groover is the author of The Environmental Almanac of Virginia, 2nd edition and Environmental Cartoons for Teachers, and a co-author of Cicada Olympics. He has a PhD in Environmental Science & Public Policy from George Mason University. His current research is on coyotes of Hanover County, Virginia and black vultures’ behavior in Central Virginia. Dr. Groover is also owner of Hanover Films & Communications, a documentary film, and video production company, where he is an award-winning documentarian.
ABOUT THE EVENT
This is an easy-level hike along the nearly one-mile long Four Mile Creek Trail where we will gather along the waterside to look for and discuss dragonflies. Dr. Groover witll demonstrate techniques for catching and removal and discuss identification. Some nets will be available for attendees to share for close-up observations of the dragonflies, but attendees are invited to bring their own nets.
ParticipantS are advised to wear sun protection and comfortable, sturdy hiking shoes/boots as the trails can be muddy with recent rains. Bring water, plus a light snack if desired.
ABOUT THE AREA
The 353-acre Varina LandLab is located in eastern Henrico County adjacent to Deep Bottom Park and fronts the James River, Four Mile Creek, and Roundabout Creek. It was gifted to CRLC in 2021 to support public access to the outdoors and environmental education opportunities. The property has been permanently protected since 2017 by a conservation easement co-held by CRLC and the Henricopolis Soil and Water Conservation District. It is dubbed a “LandLab” for its purpose as an outdoor classroom for local K-12 students, University classes, and curious minds of all ages. The biodiversity that can be found at Varina LandLab is extraordinary and offers an opportunity to learn about ecology, sustainability, and effective land management.
The Varina LandLab is open from dawn to dusk and includes over four miles of trails.
Space is limited to 20 attendees.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
$15 Non-members
$5 Members (Those who have donated to CRLC in 2023)
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