Critters in the Crick

July 31, 2009

Join Kenton County Parks & Recreation and Vikki Rawe from Out of Control Wildlife on Friday, July 31 for Critters in the Crick, an in-stream hike in Banklick Creek at Pioneer Park. You might get a bit wet so wear old shoes, or waterproof shoes, boots, or waders.

Vikki will lead a hike that will have participants investigating stream bed, stream banks, and everything in between! And, using seines and dip nets, all aquatic life will be examined ~ insects, salamanders, fish, frogs, and maybe even a turtle or water snake!

Meet at the parking lot near the Iron Bridge that crosses the creek to get to the Kenton Paw Park at 10:00 am. The hike will last about an hour. It's free!

Pioneer Park is easy to find! From I-275, take Exit 80 (Covington/Independence) and go south on KY Hwy. 16 about one mile. You will see the park on your right before you come to the entrance. Turn right into the park, then turn right again. Pass Shelterhouse 1, and look for us near the Iron Bridge.

Call Kenton County Recreation at (859) 525-PLAY (7529) to ask how you can help ~ we are always in need of volunteers and funding sponsors for our programs!

Remember, for news of upcoming programs, activities, and events to be held in Kenton County's parks, call the Parks & Recreation office at (859) 525-PLAY (7529).