REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL JUNE 1 OR UNTIL THE COURSE IS FULL, SO
REGISTER EARLY!
A Joint Project of the Illinois Natural History Survey and the University of Illinois Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences
SUMMER 2001 CLASS SCHEDULE
THE BUTTERFLIES OF ILLINOIS
Come and join Illinois butterfly authorities John Bouseman, Illinois Natural History Survey, and Dr. James Sternburg, professor emeritus, University of Illinois, for a unique three-day workshop on Illinois' most colorful and fascinating inhabitants. Bouseman and Sternburg are the authors of the new book Field Guide to Butterflies of Illinois. Together, they have over 130 years of experience studying Illinois butterflies! Class size is limited to 25 participants.
WHERE: The course will be offered at the Richardson Wildlife Foundation near Amboy, Lee County, in north-central Illinois. Access to this private site is by permission only and provides a great setting for the course. Dozens of Illinois butterfly species thrive in its varied habitats. Participants will stay at various motels within a short driving distance of the site.
WHEN: June 19-21, 2001. The course will begin with lunch at noon on June 19 and conclude around 3 pm on June 21.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course will be a mix of classroom and field experiences with two of Illinois' most knowledgeable butterfly experts. Students will learn how to identify Illinois butterflies, study their life cycles, explore butterfly behavior, learn how to properly curate and maintain a butterfly collection (optional), and explore the fascinating topic of mimicry. All field trips are within a short walk of the classroom building. Additional topics to be covered include butterfly photography and how to use butterflies as a measure of habitat quality.
Participants will receive as part of their materials a good-quality butterfly net, a signed copy of Field Guide to Butterflies of Illinois, numerous handouts, and other materials. Meals provided include lunch and dinner on Tuesday, June 19; lunch and dinner on Wednesday, June 20; and lunch on Thursday, June 21. Snacks and drinks will be provided during all breaks.
Participants should come prepared to spend considerable time in the field as well as in the classroom. The maximum walking distance during field trips will be approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of a mile. Evening classes are scheduled for both June 19 and 20.
COST: Tuition for the course is $175 and includes all course materials, the meals described above, and snacks. Breakfasts are on your own, as are lodging costs at nearby motels. A list of motels in the $45 to $65 per night range will be forwarded upon registration. Room arrangements are the registrant's responsibility and will not be made by IWIN staff.
REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL JUNE 1 OR UNTIL THE COURSE IS FULL, SO
REGISTER EARLY!
To register for the above class, or if you have any questions, call Susan L. Post at 217-493-9959, or leave a message on voice mail at 217-333-6659. You may also register by e-mail at the following address: spost@mail.inhs.uiuc.edu.
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