Mad Hares of March Program Slated

The month of March marks the beginning of the intense social interaction of snowshoe hares, the white ghosts of the winter north woods.

Intent on courtship, hares increase their activity and range with the lengthening days.

The Amboy 4-H Environmental Education Center will offer Mad Hares of March on March 20 at 2 p.m.

Following an indoor presentation on the natural history of snowshoe hares, with naturalist Pat Carney, participants will wander through the woodland looking for tracks and other signs of hares.

Participants are encouraged to dress warmly and in layers.

The program fee of $4 per person (family rate, $12; children under 3, free) includes snowshoes if there is sufficient snow.

Therefore, participants should wear outdoor footwear, boots, which can be strapped into a snowshoe. Sneakers and fashion boots with heels do not fit in the straps making walking very difficult.

Amboy 4-H Environmental Educational Center is located on Route 183, between routes 13 and 69 in eastern Oswego County.

This program is designed for individuals, not organized groups. To arrange a group program or for more information about the facility and its programming, call the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County 4-H Office at 315 963 7286.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.

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