Tuesday, October 23, 2012

View from the crowd

One of our more popular programs at Birch Bay State Park is "Celtic Roots".
Many folks bring a chair and a picnic. This is a great event for the entire family.
Hope to see you Summer 2013!

FOBBSP

Friends of Birch Bay State Park
Mission
The Friends of Birch Bay shall assist Birch Bay State Park in its mission to inspire visitors and residents with an appreciation for the natural and cultural heritage of Birch Bay and to benefit, support and promote Birch Bay State Park as a most precious recreational and educational asset of the Birch Bay community.

Purpose

FOBBSP shall maintain a perpetual organization to:
  • Receive and disseminate gifts, grants, funds, property and in-kind donations for the benefit of Birch Bay State Park.
  • Enroll volunteer support for participation in activities and projects at Birch Bay State Park including but not limited to the following:
-Park maintenance, including buildings, structures, trails, grounds and water resources.

-Interpretive education including signs, brochures, seminars, workshops, guided walks and programs.

-Special events such as clean-ups, community gatherings, programs and performances including fund raising activities.

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Goodbye Summer 2012






Photographic Journey



A photographic exploration of Birch Bay State Park.

Bee's

CORE
Protecting Native Pollinators
Great show! We discussed ways to improve your yard to attract native pollinators. Alternative pollinators, such as Mason Bees, were discussed.

Celtic Roots

 




 
Traditional Celtic Music

Moon rise at Birch Bay


 
Hunters of the Sky

Jr Rangers had a wonderful time creating flower garderns.

Kids Gardening

Educational arts and craft project. Planting an earth-friendly garden was the focus. We painted ceramic pots and talked about plant life cycles. Great Jr Ranger program.

Ladybug Interpretive Coordinator

Painting Plants-Summer 2012
Sharing information about Birch Bay State Park Plants
Hosted by
FOBBSP - Heather Jackson (AKA Mama Ladybug)

Jr Ranger-Painting Plants 2012
This event was geared towards children ages 4 to 8. A closer look at plants in BBSP. Painting projects were available.
Summer in Birch Bay State Park