Greetings!
April showers bring May flowers - and boy, do we have flowers (wild ones, that is)! May events highlight these natural beauties. Or if you'd rather look up - it's stargazing time again!
Nature News:
Stop Junk Mail:
Did you know that 4 million tons of junk mail gets sent out each year? Stop 75% by sending a postcard or letter to Mail Preference Service, Direct Marketing
Association, PO Box 643, Carmel, NY 15012-0643 Include your complete name,
address, zip code and a request to "activate the preference service". For up to
five years, this will stop mail from all member organizations that you have not
specifically ordered products from. Learn how to get rid of all of it here...
Natural Flea & Tick Control:
- Vacuum everything where fleas and eggs may live (carpets, rugs, couches) and sprinkle natural, unrefined diatomaceous earth twice a year where you (and the pets) cannot reach along your walls, under furniture, and any cracks.
- Add a small amount of Brewer's Yeast and garlic powder to your pet's food (check with your veterinarian for proper dosages depending on weight).
- Use one of these sprays or shampoos for further protection...
Shop and Support PNC
We have a new section on our new website with businesses that donate to Placer Nature Center when you shop. You can also support us through your internet searches with Good Search! Learn more here...
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Spring Strolls
Explore a private nature reserve & a wetland which had special importance to the local Maidu! Botanist Barry Anderson will walk you through our flora's natural history, physiology, unique adaptations & show how to "key out" a bloom! Learn more... |
Spring Wildflower Walks on the PNC Trail!
Saturday, May 9
11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
at PNC
Self-guided walks lead to exploration and discovery along the PNC trail during Friends & Family Day! Learn names of local and native wildflowers. All Exhibit Halls will be open as well as the Nature Shop!
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Stargazing for Friends & Families
Saturday, May 16
7:30-9:30 p.m.
at PNC
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Questions, comments, suggestions? Give us a call!
530-878-6053
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Kindest regards,
Founders Leslie and Linda, and all the docents, volunteers, and staff members at Placer Nature Center!
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