October O.W.L.S. Topic Features Monarch Butterfly Preserve

Story County Conservation invites the public an Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors program at the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park, 56461 180th St., northeast of Ames. 

"Monarch Butterfly Preserve in Mexico" will be presented 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4.

Presenters Linda and Robert Scarth traveled to Michoacán, Mexico with Bill Calvert, one of the scientists to first document the monarch butterfly colony in Mexico in the 1970s. The Scarths will share information about the preserve as well as the archeological, cultural, and environmental sites of the area.

The livelier seniors programs are designed for "boomers" or older – but anyone can attend.  An optional luncheon follows the program at noon.  Lunch is catered for a $7 fee, and registration is required for lunch by 4:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 30.  The planned lunch menu for October is stuffed peppers, fresh fruit, breadstick, and brownies.  You do not need to pre-register if you wish to attend only the presentation.