Science and Nature

Instructor: Blake Sasse 

Do you love bats and want to learn more about these amazing creatures? Join us for an engaging presentation that will discuss bat biology and habitat use. Of the 16 bat species found in Arkansas, four of them are federally endangered species. Challenges faced by bats such as human disturbance and disease will be covered, as well as the actions taken to help their populations recover.   

Blake has been the Nongame Mammal Program Leader for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission since its inception in 2000. He received his Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management from the University of Missouri and his Master of Science in Wildlife Management from the University of New Hampshire. Blake focuses his work on the management of endangered bats. 

Day of week: Thursday 

Date: October 29 

Time: 5:00 – 6:00 pm 

Cost: FREE! (Registration is required)

Instructor: Spencer Daniels 

Join us for an informative program on the black bears of Arkansas! This presentation will cover the history of black bears in our state, general black bear biology, and black bear research and management, including research techniques, bear safety, and bear conflict resolution. 

Spencer is the Bear Program Coordinator for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) and was born and raised in Mississippi, where he attended Mississippi State University and earned his degree in Wildlife, Fisheries, and Aquaculture Science.  

Day of the week: Tuesday 

Date: October 27 

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm 

Cost: FREE! (Registration is required) 

Instructor: Jamon Henderson 

Discover the incredible properties of essential oils and how to use them to improve your physical and mental health and well-being. Make a customizable first aid kit of essential oils for health and healing in this fun introductory class. You may wish to bring a notebook & pen or pencil. 

Jamon is a Certified Advanced Master Herbalist with over 15 years of experience as a medicine maker. He focuses on making herbal medications and sharing his knowledge with community groups. 

Day of the week: Tuesday 

Date: November 3 - 17 (3 sessions) 

Time: 5:00 – 6:00 pm 

Cost: $60 (supplies provided) 

Instructor: Jamon Henderson 

Plants have been used in healing for thousands of years. Learn to unlock the incredible power of plants in this informative, hands-on class. Students will be making infused oils and creating salves and creams that can be used in herbal healing. Both new and returning students are welcome, all supplies provided. 

Jamon is a Certified Advanced Master Herbalist with over 15 years of experience as a medicine maker. He focuses on making herbal medications and sharing his knowledge with community groups. 

Day of the week: Tuesday 

Dates: September 29 – October 27 (5 lessons) 

Time: 5:00 – 6:00 pm 

Cost: $90 (please bring a notebook & pencil) 

Instructor: Melissa Cady 

How well can you identify our water birds of the Ozarks? If you are interested in learning more about bird identification and the birds that may visit the lakes and creeks in our area, join us for a guided bird walk. Please bring binoculars if you have them and wear appropriate clothing. We will meet at Lake Harrison Park near the stage. 

 Melissa is the Natural Resource Program Manager for Buffalo National River and an avid birder. She has worked for 30 years as a wildlife biologist in five other western states, in addition to her home state of Arkansas. 

Day of the week: Thursday 

Date: October 15 

Time: 5:00 – 6:30 pm 

Cost: FREE! (Registration is required)