It’s not always easy to get out of the house in the winter, what with all the layers and boots and snow in the driveway – but the popular Armchair Adventures Travelogues series is one great reason to do so.
No need to pack a bag, go through security or worry about itineraries, either. These are easy opportunities to travel the world with adventurers eager to share their photos and tales.
The following travelogues can be enjoyed on the following designated Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The West Woods Nature Center, 9465 Kinsman Road (Route 87), Russell Township.
Magical Butterflies from the Rainforests of South America (January 8th, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.)
Cynthia Druckenbrod of the Cleveland Botanical Garden will showcase amazing plants, butterflies, moths and other fascinating insects from the lowland rainforests in Central and South America, specifically in Guatemala, Ecuador and Peru. She has been Vice President of Horticulture since 2000 and helped to build the Glasshouse in 2003. Her MS is in entomology from Auburn University.
Costa Rica (January 29th, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
Join Tom Sampliner, photographer and past Native Plant Society president, as he shares images of Costa Rica during the summer monsoon season. Presented in conjunction with the Native Plant Society of Northeastern Ohio.
A Local Botanist’s Look at the Flora of Kaua’I (January 29th, 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Naturalist Judy Barnhart shares images of her recent travels to Kaua’I, taking a look at how Polynesian culture and recent introductions have influences the flora of the island. Presented in conjunction with the Native Plant Society of Northeastern Ohio.
Namibia, Africa (February 19th, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
Join Becky Parkin and Andy Avram from Lake Metroparks for a photo journey of their graduate trip to Namibia Africa, and learn more about conservation efforts for cheetahs and the wild side of this amazing country.
Paddling with Shakes – The 99-Mile Wilderness Waterway (February 26th, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
Join photographers Bruce and Susan Bennett for an illustrated presentation of their 99-mile paddling journey across the Wilderness Waterway, from Everglades City to Flamingo Florida.
Since the debut travelogue in 2006, an average crowd is 100 people, sometimes braving blizzard-like conditions to enjoy local photographers’ and travelers’ stories of discovery. Many presenters also bring maps, souvenirs or the backpacks right off their backs so people can see what is involved in taking such a trip – what do you have to take with you? These items are set up in the back of the room for pre- and post- examination and questions.
Registration is not required for any of these free, all-ages programs, which are wheelchair/stroller accessible. Please call 440-286-9516 with questions.
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