Adult Enrichment Spring Supplement Spring 2020 | Page 28

Paper Making PARK -N- PLAY Day of Discovery Friday, May 15 Oakdale Discovery Center Explore nature through a variety of experiences and activities on this day of discovery for adults. Enjoy just one class or stay all day. Who Was That Masked Bird? Get Close to Nature Kayak Paddle Paddle around Silver Lake on kayaks and discover why this lake is a gem within the city. You will learn how to paddle correctly, get in and out of a kayak easily and safely, and how to pack for a day on the water. No experience necessary. Wear shoes that can get wet and dress in layers for time on the water. Kerri Kolstad Time: 8:30–10:00 am Cost: $30 Class #: AEPP13 Location: Silver Lake Beach With 174 species of birds found in Oakdale Nature Preserve, this is a great place to learn basic skills that will help you identify birds. Class will start outdoors with a walk in the preserve followed by an indoor review session. Whooooo knows what you might discover! Class fee includes a book for beginning birders, a checklist of Minnesota birds and additional reference materials. Bring a pair of binoculars if you can and dress for the weather. Jill Sadler 28 Time: 8:00–10:30 am Cost: $30 Class #: AEPP10 Learn how to create impressive one-of-a- kind paper that can be used for beautiful note cards and other creative art projects. You’ll be able to make as many sheets as time allows. Take a walk in the park to collect seeds, bark, grasses, and other media that will be incorporated into your paper. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking along unpaved surfaces. Jill Hazel Time: 8:30–10:30 am Cost: $25 Class #: AEPP14 Fly Casting Clinic Learn how to cast a fly rod or improve your casting skills in this beginner lesson. Rods, reels and line provided, but bring your own if you have one. This class will be held outdoors rain or shine, so dress for the weather. You will also learn about the Fly Tiers Club and places to fish with your new skills. St. Paul Fly Tiers Club Time: 8:30–10:30 am Cost: $20 Class #: AEPP7