Amphibian Adventure: Dugger Mountain Vernal Pond


14 February, 2005 � A vernal pond is a special type of wetland that remains wet for only a portion of the year. A wide variety of animals like insects, frogs, crustaceans, and salamanders rely on these ponds as breeding grounds.

Join JSU�s Dr. George Cline ("Dr. Frog") and National Forest Ranger, Jeff Gardner as they explore the web of life supported in these temporary wetlands near Dugger Mountain. Participants who want to get �swampy� should bring waders.

Pre-registration is required. Transportation will be provided from JSU Martin Hall for a limited number of early registrants.

• Date of Event: 2/19/05
• Time of Event: 5:30 p.m.
• Location of Event: Secret Pond near Dugger Mountain
• Admission Charge: $5.00 per person

For more information contact Renee Morrison, LRCFS, at 782-5697 or rmorrison@jsu.edu.

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