Marianne Hudson is a very special lady and we're lucky to have her as part of our community. Every month, she opens up for us the mysteries of Russell Forest and the critters who live there. It may be easy to overlook that she is also Auburn University's Assistant Director of Education and Raptor Training, but Southern Living magazine knows it, and in their September issue, placed her among four "Women Who Make Game Day Happen." Congratulations, Marianne!
Wildlife Presentations
Naturalist Cabin at Russell Crossroads
Sunday, September 6, 10 am–3 pm
Monday, September 7, 10 am–3 pm
Saturday, September 19, 10 am–3 pm
"Back to Class"
As summer draws to a close and school is back in session, we’ll have classes that teach about classes! This month, we’ll discuss how various Russell Forest residents are CLASSIFIED. Representatives from the bird, mammal, reptile, amphibian and insect groups will be at the Naturalist Cabin to display how their similarities and differences place them in separate classes. Each variety of critter will be used to illustrate how various features are used to categorize and classify living things.
If you have questions for Marianne, she can be contacted at 256.496.2710 or
[email protected].
Bark in the Park
Fort Toulouse Historic Park, Wetumpka
Sunday, September 20, 1–5 pm
A bit of Russell Forest will be appearing in Elmore County on Sunday, September 20. Naturalist Marianne will have a table of Russell Forest artifacts including living and non-living specimens on display. Stop by and see a variety of natural items and learn more about the wild world we live in. Bring your pooch! Bark in the Park is an event held annually to benefit the Elmore County Humane Society. Location: Fort Toulouse National Historic Park in Wetumpka. 1–5 pm. Admission for those 13 years of age and older is $5, and supports the animals in need at the Elmore County Humane Society.
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