Montana Natural History Center June 2004 UPDATE

Summer Science Discovery Day Camps

Special offering! Eco-Mystery: Science camp for Girls 11-14, June 21-24

Interested in another camp for teens? Try our Teen Adventure Camp, July 26-30

Spend the summer with us, exploring nature! Descriptions and registration forms at http://www.TheNatureCenter.org. Members receive 25% off registration!

June 15th, 1904

On this date 100 years ago, the ground was broken by Secretary Samuel P. Langley for the new United States National Museum building (now known as the Natural History Building) at Tenth Street, N.W., on the south side of what is now Constitution Avenue. Today is a great day in Natural History and we are proud to be working on our own Natural History Museum and Education Center. Visit the Smithsonian on line! http://www.si.edu

Calendar of Events

Le Junque: June 19, 8 am – 5 pm at 120 Hickory

THE high-end rummage and bake sale of the year! Not your average rummage sale – includes place setting for 4 of Haviland and Co. Bone China, a 12 foot raft and rowing frame, two saddles (one western and one English), quilts, a huge chandelier, a sterling silver tea service, couches, a loveseat, Harvest table and ladderback chairs, art, CB radios, a drafting desk and more! Also a great chance to take a sneak peek at our new building, before renovations! You can still donate items for sale on Wednesday evening between 4 and 7pm! Contact us for more information [email protected].

Astronomy Series: June 19, 10:00 pm at MNHC, Fort location

$2 donation requested

Join the MNHC and the Western Montana Astronomical Association on for Earth’s Nearest Star: the Sun presented by Matt and Kyle Crawford. Find out how the daily activities of the sun affect us here on Earth. WMAA member telescopes will be set up outside for the public to view the night sky. There will be a ½ hour meeting for club members only or anyone who may want to join the WMAA at 9:30 pm.

Birds of the Black Mountain Burn: June 26, 8:30-11:30 am

Back by popular demand…Join MNHC, the Lolo National Forest and the UM Avian Science Center for a field trip led by Sue Reel (USFS) and Dr. Dick Hutto (UM). Learn about the unique adaptations of the black-backed woodpecker and discover how other birds respond to fire. This is a bird walk not to be missed!

Cost: $10 members, students, $15 non-members. Call 327-0405 to register.

Summer Camp for Seniors 55+
On the Trail with Lewis & Clark: A Montana Natural History Journey
Session 1: June 27 – July 2 Session 2: August 1 – 6
Cost: $295, full week of natural history programming, includes most lunches & dinners and transportation

Job Opening

MNHC is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant. In addition to general reception duties, we’re looking for an energetic person to assist our Development Director. View the job description at http://www.thenaturecenter.org. Cover letter (including statement detailing why applicant would like to work for a non-profit), resume and 3 references should be addressed to Brad Robinson, MNHC, Bldg T-2, Fort Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804. Deadline for receipt of applications is June 30th.

Transportation Needed!

We have found a couple of busses that would suit us to a tee! They hold 20 kids or 15 adults in style and safety. Beach Transportation is selling them so we can be certain they’ve been well maintained. Each Bus costs $5800. If you, or anyone you know, would like to help get summer campers out in the field drop us a line! We currently rent vans for all of our programs – increasing the cost just to cover the rental!

Thanks to Eagle Scout Eddie Marshall of Troop 1904!

His Eagle project was coordinating construction of a beautiful cedar archway that now defines the entrance to the Native Plant Garden at Fort Missoula. The cost was entirely donated by local merchants and private sources. The construction took two days, though Eddie’s effort to organize the project took over 150 hours. MNHC is proud to work with such community minded folks!

MNHC is an independent, non-profit educational organization. Membership gifts support MNHC’s mission of promoting and cultivating understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of nature through education.

Members receive special discounts on programs (including camp registration).

MNHC is proud to be a member of Montana Shares. Join us today!

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