{"id":18355,"date":"2014-07-15T10:00:34","date_gmt":"2014-07-15T15:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.discoverclarksville.com\/articles\/?p=18355"},"modified":"2014-07-14T00:18:06","modified_gmt":"2014-07-14T05:18:06","slug":"clarksvilles-dunbar-cave-state-park-programs-for-july-20th-through-july-26th-2014","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.discoverclarksville.com\/articles\/2014\/07\/15\/clarksvilles-dunbar-cave-state-park-programs-for-july-20th-through-july-26th-2014\/","title":{"rendered":"Clarksville’s Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for July 20th through July 26th, 2014"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Dunbar<\/a>Clarksville, TN<\/strong> – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area<\/a> has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.<\/p>\n

Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs this summer. There are programs for children and adults.<\/p>\n

Some of the upcoming events include: Bugs, Slugs and Other Uugs, National Moth Week, Lake Life, Port Royal History Walk, Evening Nature Hike, Kids Nature Games, and Cooling at the Cave.<\/p>\n

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Dunbar Cave State Park<\/p><\/div>\n

Children ages 6-14 can pick up a Junior Ranger Adventure Guide and complete a certain number of activities to earn a Junior Ranger badge and certificate.<\/p>\n

Guides are available in the park office.<\/p>\n

Programs marked with an * will help you earn your badge.<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 20th<\/h3>\n

Bugs, Slugs and Other Uugs*<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:30am\u201310:00am
\nAges:<\/strong> 4-adult<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s look for the creepy crawlies that hide under rocks and logs!<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 18th.
\nProgram Leader:<\/strong> Amy Wallace, Interpretive Specialist<\/p>\n

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National Moth Week*<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:00pm\u20139:30pm
\nAges:<\/strong> All Ages<\/p>\n

Bring your cameras and field guides out to Dunbar Cave to see what kinds of moths we can find in our light trap. We will set up a very specialized attractant to bring in really neat moths and other nocturnal insects. All species found will be turned in to the Butterflies and Moths of North America database.<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 18th.
\nProgram Leader:<\/strong> Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger<\/p>\n

Monday, July 21st<\/h3>\n

Lake Life*<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 3:30pm\u20135:00pm
\nAges:<\/strong> 5 \u2013 10<\/p>\n

What animals and plants live in and around the lake? Learn the answer through books and a short hike.<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 19th.
\nProgram Leader: <\/strong> Amy Wallace, Interpretive Specialist<\/p>\n

\n

“Bugs” DVD Showing<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 7:30pm\u20138:00pm
\nAges:<\/strong> All Ages<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t want to be outside in the heat but still want to learn about bugs and other insects, join us for this indoor program.<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 19th.
\nProgram Leader: <\/strong> Amy Wallace, Interpretive Specialist<\/p>\n

Tuesday, July 22nd<\/h3>\n

Port Royal History Walk*<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 7:00pm\u20138:00pm
\nAges:<\/strong> 5- adult<\/p>\n

Join us for a walk around Port Royal Historic Area to learn what it was like in the past. Meet at the upper parking lot (beside the Visitor Center).<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 20th.
\nProgram Leader:<\/strong> Adam Neblett, Ranger<\/p>\n

Wednesday, July 23rd<\/h3>\n

Evening Nature Hike*<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 7:15pm\u20138:30pm
\nAges:<\/strong> All ages<\/p>\n

We will take the easy Lake Trail to see what else is out around the water as the day ends and the sun goes down.<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 21st.
\nProgram Leader:<\/strong> Adam Neblett, Ranger<\/p>\n

Thursday, July 24th<\/h3>\n

Basic Trail First Aid<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 10:30am\u201311:30am
\nAges:<\/strong> 5 and Up<\/p>\n

Do you like to hike or spend time in the woods? Have you ever wondered how to treat some of the more common injuries encountered while hiking? Join us on a short hike around the natural area and practice some basic trail first aid as we walk.<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 22nd.
\nProgram Leader:<\/strong> Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger<\/p>\n

Friday, July 25th<\/h3>\n

Kids Nature Games<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 10:00am\u201311:00am
\nAges:<\/strong> All Ages<\/p>\n

Bring out the kids for fun games that will allow them to understand nature and enjoy the outdoors. Please have clothing that can get dirty and be ready to have fun.<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 23rd.
\nProgram Leader: <\/strong> Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 26th<\/h3>\n

Cooling at the Cave<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 3:00pm\u20135:00pm
\nAges:<\/strong> All ages<\/p>\n

The Friends of Dunbar Cave present a throwback to Dunbar\u2019s past as a music and dance cave. The Cumberland Winds Jazz Group will play at the cool cave entrance as you play games and enjoy homemade refreshments.<\/p>\n

Free, refreshments provided with a donation. T-shirts and memberships available to purchase. There will also be a silent auction of various items to raise funds for the Friends group and the good work they do for the park.<\/p>\n

No reservations needed.<\/p>\n

\n

National Moth Week<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:00pm\u20139:30pm
\nAges:<\/strong> All Ages<\/p>\n

Bring your cameras and field guides out to Dunbar Cave to see what kinds of moths we can find in our light trap. We will set up a very specialized attractant to bring in really neat moths and other nocturnal insects. All species found will be turned in to the Butterflies and Moths of North America database.<\/p>\n

Reservations By:<\/strong> 4:30pm July 24th.
\nProgram Leader: <\/strong> Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger<\/p>\n

Dunbar Cave State Park Programs Information<\/h3>\n

Programs are free unless noted otherwise. All programs require reservations by the Deadline Listed. Programs with no reservations by the deadline will be canceled.<\/p>\n

All programs begin at the Visitor Center unless another site is listed.<\/p>\n

Children must be accompanied by an adult (one adult for each three children).<\/p>\n

Age limits are definite \u2013 please do not sign up a child who is younger or older than the age limits given.<\/p>\n

Call 931.648.5526 for reservations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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