OWLS: A Naturalist's Trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands

Story County Conservation invites the public to its monthly O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors) program at the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park (56461 180th Street) northeast of Ames.  "A Naturalist's Trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands" will be presented on Tuesday, January 3, beginning at 11:00 a.m.

 Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands lie within one of the most biologically diverse regions in the world.  Mainland Ecuador has an incredible variety of birds and wildlife that complements the uniqueness of life on the remote Galapagos Islands.  With an emphasis on birds, Steve Dinsmore will share experiences from his 2008 trip.  He'll also highlight some of the scenery and other wildlife he saw during his visit.

 O.W.L.S. programs are designed for "boomers" or older – but anyone can attend.  An optional luncheon follows the program at 12 p.m.  Lunch is catered for a $7.00 fee, and registration is required for lunch by 4:30 p.m., Friday, December 30.  The planned lunch menu for January is homemade chicken & noodles, mashed potatoes, California medley vegetables, roll, and cookie. 

For registration and information about the O.W.L.S. program, contact Story County Conservation at 515-232-2516 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday) or visit www.storycountyconservation.org.