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SUMMARY:Webinar: Classifying Nature after Linnaeus: Charles Darwin’s Insight Changes the Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Rob Paratley\, University of Kentucky \nA famous 20th Century evolutionary biologist said\, “Nothing makes sense in biology except in the light of evolution.”   In this webinar with Rob Paratley\, we will see just how true this sweeping statement is\, as we explore one of Charles Darwin’s great insights in his groundbreaking Origin of Species\, the book that introduced the world to biological evolution.  Among Darwin’s many original ideas is one often overlooked- his direct connection between the reality that species change over time and the pattern of diversity we see in Nature. \n“Classifications are not passive ordering devices in a world objectively divided into obvious categories\,” the evolutionary biologist Stephan J. Gould once said\,  “Objective Nature does exist\, but we can converse with her only through the structure of our taxonomic systems.” \nThat conversation has been going on as long as there have been humans\, and there are as many such conversations with Nature as there are groups of people.  Rob’s presentation begins in 18th Century Sweden with botanist Carl Linnaeus\, the so-called “Father of Taxonomy” (the science of classifying Nature).  Linnaeus’ conversation with Nature\, the How and What of Nature’s diversity\, are with us yet today\, but he and those that followed left unanswered the questions of Why.  Why is Nature patterned the way that Linnaeus first saw?  What causes natural groups?  What does natural affinity actually mean?  Religious men and creationists\, the best they could do was to invoke the plan of the Deity. \nThis changed forever with Darwin’s Great Taxonomic Insight.  Rob will discuss how Darwin’s evolutionary thinking changed forever the way we converse with Nature.  We will look how Darwin reasoned his way to connecting the patterns that taxonomy reveals\, that Linnaeus had spelled out\, with the process of species changing across time.   Natural affinity\, Darwin realized\, is the result of common descent. \nWe will then explore how the field of classification\, the modern conversations with Nature\, were  shaped by evolution.  At first broad and somewhat haltingly\, evolutionary thinking in classification science (now called Systematics) developed by the late 20th Century into a powerful tool for discovering and understanding natural relationships. \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to all registered participants on the day before the event for early registrants and 2 hours before the event for those that register on the same day. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-classifying-nature-after-linnaeus-charles-darwins-insight-changes-the-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Hike: Signs of Spring Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike to find the earliest spring wildflowers. One hike will head to Elk Lick Falls\, while the other hike will look for the snow trilliums and feature Elk Lick Creek. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles (Elk Lick Creek\, moderate\, uneven terrain) or 1.5 miles (Elk Lick Creek\, moderately difficult) \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-signs-of-spring-wildflower-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Ecology of Spring Ephemerals
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Beverly James\, Preserve Director \nAs the days become longer and the temperatures begin to warm\, the forest floor comes alive with spring wildflowers and the wildlife they attract. This webinar will guide you through the wildflower season at Floracliff\, taking a closer look at the phenology\, pollinator relationships\, and natural history of our most treasured spring wildflowers. \nA link to the webinar will be emailed to all registered participants on the day before the event for early registrants and 2 hours before the event for those that register on the same day. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/webinar-the-ecology-of-spring-ephemerals/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Hike: Early Spring Wildflower Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wildflower hike to Elk Lick Falls. Hopefully\, we will see some of our earliest spring wildflowers\, such as bloodroot\, trout lilies\, and spring beauties. \nHike distances: 1.5 – 2 miles\, moderately difficult; this hike includes steep terrain as well as slick or uneven surfaces \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-early-spring-wildflower-hike/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hikes
DESCRIPTION:By late March\, our spring wildflower season should be in full swing. We will be offering two separate hikes to view wildflowers throughout the sanctuary. One hike will take our best wildflower trail and visit Elk Lick Creek. The other hike will head to Elk Lick Falls and Elk Lick Creek. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles (Wildflower Trail/Elk Lick Creek\, moderately difficult); 2.5 miles (Elk Lick Falls/Elk Lick Creek\, moderate to difficult due to steep\, uneven terrain) \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hikes/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hike: Wildflower Hike to Elk Lick Creek
DESCRIPTION:This should be a good time to view a variety of early spring ephemerals at Floracliff. We hope to see sessile trillium\, Virginia bluebells\, yellow trout lilies\, and many more. \nHike distances: 1.5 miles\, moderately difficult \nBring: water \nOptional: hiking poles\, snack\, camera \nHike Leader: Floracliff naturalists \nPlease note: Bathrooms and facilities are currently closed to visitors. Please come prepared. All hikers will be expected to practice physical distancing from the hike leader and others outside their household. All hikers are also expected to wear a mask while hiking. Masks can be removed when the group reaches certain destinations and can spread out appropriately. This hike will host no more than 10 hikers plus 2 hike leaders. \nRefund Policy: Refunds are permitted for cancellations made at least two weeks in advance of the event. No refunds or transfers of fees will occur if the request is made less than two weeks prior to the event. To request a refund\, email info@floracliff.org.
URL:https://www.floracliff.org/event/hike-wildflower-hike-to-elk-lick-creek/
LOCATION:Floracliff Nature Sanctuary\, 8000 Elk Lick Falls Road\, Lexington\, KY\, 40515\, United States
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