Spring 2020 Course List

Over 150 years ago, the Civil War ended, Lincoln was assassinated, Andrew Johnson became President, and America was in conflict over how to reunite the country and what to do with the former slaves. This background led to the first Presidential impeachment – a fascinating story of partisan politics, Presidential power, scandal, and deeply divided beliefs, some of which we still struggle with today. Location: Marion Public Library, 445 E. Church Street, Marion This course is led by: Jim Slagle Jim is a former Marion County Common Pleas Judge, prosecutor, attor- ney, and presidential history buff. He received his B.S. in Political Science from The Ohio State University and his J.D. from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.    Wetlands Ecology Adventure Saturday, March 14, April 11, May 16 @ 1-3pm Class limited to 40 participants Wetlands Ecology Adventure seeks to pro- vide educational resources, opportunities and experiences to further the understand- ing, protection and enjoyment of Ohio’s hidden wonders found in the precious sea- sonal wetlands we call vernal pools. This course will feature three classroom experi- ences, including an introduction to ecology, an overview of vernal pool plants and an overview of vernal pool amphibians. There will be hands-on experiences and instruction with “iNaturalist,” an app that is easy to use and educational for people interested in na- ture. Participants can try out “iNaturalist” in the field also. Wetlands Ecology Adventure will include trips to a local vernal pool follow- ing all three classroom experiences. Sequen- tial expeditions will re- veal seasonal changes in our local ecology. Field destinations to be announced, but please dress appropriately for outside weather that day and wear comfortable and safe shoes. This will include a mix of sitting and walking. Some of the tour is on uneven, unpaved terrain so be sure to wear safe, comfortable walking shoes. Location: Marion Public Library, 445 E. Church Street, Marion This course is led by: Kyle Bailey Kyle is the Director of Natural Resources for the Richland County Park District based out of Gorman Nature Center in Mansfield. He sees his work with OWA as a means of extending the reach of his professional goals. He seeks to educate others about the necessity of conservation and protec- tion of valuable resources and habitats. Kyle brings with him experience as a for- mer board member of the Richland Soil & Water Conservation District, as a member of the Shelby Floodplain Management Commission and as current Vice President of the Ohio Odonata Society. Logan Dunn Logan is an enthusiastic Park Technician at Preservation Parks in Delaware County. He is a graduate student at Colorado State University, specializing in ecological restoration. He is experienced in wetland restoration, vegetation monitoring and public education. Logan has a B.S. in Environmental Policy and Management from The Ohio State University. Ray Stewart Ray is a retired public school science teacher and founder of Ohio Wetlands Association (OWA). Ray’s appreciation of wetlands goes back decades when he was first introduced to birding in the coastal