2011 Whispering Springs Haven
Wildlife Conservation Series
Designed to promote environmental awareness and responsible earth stewardship.

Join us for guided walks and nature studies within the "outside classrooms" of our private wildlife refuge. You'll learn alot while enjoying a breath of fresh air with family and like-minded friends old and new.

We offer 2 to 4 hour sessions, April thru November. Overnight rental packages are available. Any scheduled mini-workshop is also available for private lessons by request - perfect for special occassion gifts, field study programs, weekend getaways, custom retreats and vacation rentals.

April 15 - November 15

Wildlife Conservation Series
Designed to promote environmental awareness and responsible earth stewardship, we will discuss the issues effecting wildlife, how to help animals in nature without disturbing their natural habitat in a negative way, and how improving the environment will help our survival and the survival of wildlife.

April 15 - June 6 • September 15 - November 15
Wildlife Habitat Design, Site Preparation and Establishment
Learn conservation practices with these 1-7 day hands-on workshops within our private wildlife refuge. Learn about songbirds, migration species, and woodland animals and the habitat conservation practices to attract, nurture and protect them. Knowledge and skills learned will turn any home window box or gardens into a haven for you and nature to share. Perfect for Boys and Girls Scout badge projects, school field study, like-minded conservationists, hobbists, master gardeners, and educational activity during a custom retreat, getaway or vacation rental.
Special workstudy package rate
For personal service please contact: landmgr@whisperingspringshaven.com

April 22 • September 10, 24
Upland Birds and Migration Species
Choose one or both 2 hour sessions:
10am - Noon: Learn how to distinquish between a migrating bird and songbird, between butterflies and moths, how to attract and protect them and their relationship with pollination.
1 - 3PM: Group art project - Tole paint a butterfly house
Total Time: 4 hours

April 22 - 23
Earth Day
4/22, Friday, 4PM - 6PM -Upland Birds and Migration Species (noted above)
4/23, Saturday - choose one or both 2 hour sessions:
10am - Noon: Workshop discussion on environmental issues, how they negatively effect wildlife and what we can do to help reverse, dissolve and prevent further negative effects from occurring.
1 - 3PM: After a discussion on how to attract wildlife to our backyard habitats, we will prepare sites and plant seedlings and nursery stock.
Total Time: 4 hours

Wildlife and Survival
We will discuss the importance of wildlife survival and dangers of global warming, pollution and acid rain.
Total Time: 2 hours

Get to Know Your Trees
Using sample wood cuttings, we will first discuss the unique characteristics, properties and classification of each specific native North American tree, followed by a exploratory walk in the woods for students to apply the knowledge and identify each wood discussed in its natural standing.
Total Time: 4 hours

June 18 • 2 sessions
Arbor Day
Saturday - choose one or both 2 hour sessions:
10am - Noon: It's all trees! We will discuss non-controlled logging, importance of planting trees to replenish and reconditioned logging areas, the importance of trees to wildlife, humans and the enviroment, and why we plant specific trees in specific areas.
1 - 3PM: Learn the proper method of planting trees in prepared sites.
Total Time: 4 hours

Commercial Food and Wildlife Population
Effects commercial food products have on wildlife.
Total Time: 2 hours

Nature of the Beast
Discuss ethology and what it means - the study of animal behavior.
Roles of instinct, roles of learning and roles geneics
Total Time: 2 hours

Wildlife and Seasonal Changes
Discuss the necessities animals need throughout the change of seasons. How to create and place habitats, shelter and wind breaks, nesting houses and more.
Total Time: 4 hours

Hunting and the Effect on Wildlife
Legal and non-legal and effects on big game counts and populations.
Total Time: 2 hours

Whispering Springs Haven
Wildlife Conservation Series Rates & Packages

Conservation Series Mini-Workshops
Two Hours: Adult: $20, Kids 8-15 $10
Four Hours: Adult: $35, Kids 8-15, $15
Family of 4: 10% off total rates, 2 adults and 2 children up to 15 years old
Two Hours: $54
Four Hours: $90
Designed for individual attention, attendance is limited to 4-6 persons per session. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children 7 years old and younger free with paying adult. Special group program rates available.

Visitors by Reservation Only: landmgr@whisperingspringshaven.com

Special Conservation Series Overnight Weekend Package
Enjoy 2 nights/3 days "Hummingbird House" accommodations with fully-equipped amenities, Friday night guided nature walk upon arrival or late night creature observation. Choice of any conservation workshop(s).
starting at $345 /4 persons, same party
starting at $92 / each up to 4 persons, shared occuppancy

Available Any Weekend between:
April 15 - June 6 • September 15 - November 15
Check-in: Friday, 3PM, Check-out: Sunday, Noon

Weekend, 2 nights/3 days
Wildlife Habitat Design, Site Preparation & Establishment
With this hands-on work/study package you will learn about songbirds, migration species and woodland animals, and the habitat conservation practices to attract, nurture and protect them. Knowledge and skills learned will turn any home window box or gardens into a haven for you and nature
to share.
Includes: "Hummingbird House" accommodations with fully-equipped amenities, guided nature walk and wildlife conservation lessons each day, breakfasts and dinners prepared by a licensed chef.
$210 per person/work study reduced rate
Maximum occupancy: 4 persons
Also Available:
May 15 - June 6 • September 15 - November 15
Check-in: 3PM, Check-out: Noon
Mid-week, 3 nights/4 days: $282/per person work study reduced rate
Weekly, 6 nights/7 days: $490/per person work study reduced rate
Maximum occupancy: 4 persons

Available Any Weekend between:
May 13 - November 15
Friday, 3PM Check-in, Sunday, Noon Check-out

The Wild, Wonderful Nature Family Weekend
Includes: 2 nights/3 days "Hummingbird House" accommodations with
fully-equipped amenities, guided nature walk and choice of one (4 hour) wildlife conservation lesson. Enjoy time to relax and explore our private wildlife refuge on your own. Your kids will love our children's library and activity corner filled with puzzles, art supplies, games and animal friends. Our wildlife pond is also a special favorite of kids of all ages!
$378 / family of 4 ( 2 adults and 2 children up to 15 years old)
Additional adults: $50 each. Children 8- 15 years old: $15 each
Maximum occuppancy: 6 persons

The Art and Nature of Wildlife Conservation
Weekly Vacation Rental
Includes: 6 nights/7 days "Hummingbird House" accommodations with fully-equipped amenities, guided nature walk, two wildlife conservation lessons of choice, one group art project using reclaimed or recycled materials, and/or
private art or music lesson of choice for interested persons in rental party.
starting at $850/ 2 adults, $900 / 4 adults
starting at $865 / family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children up to 15 years old)
Maximum occuppancy: 6 persons, additional person fees apply

All rates subject to change without notice. Rates do not include state tax @ 6%

For further details or reservation requests
email Robin Richardson: landmgr@whisperingspringshaven.com

Please note: Workshops that receive less then 2 reservations may be re-scheduled. To confirm availability contact:
304-364-8911 • 856-221-3008 (or) landmgr@whisperingspringshaven.com