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Ambler Campus: EarthFest Presents - The Science of Scary

    Temple University Ambler Campus
    Learn about the Science of Scary at Temple University Ambler on Sunday, October 20.

    Some things in nature are just plain scary…or at least pretty icky. But just because something seems scary, doesn’t mean that it is! Celebrate the fall season in a different way by learning about the science behind the things in nature that may scare you but serve an important role in their environment. All animals and insects, no matter how creepy or crawly, serve an essential purpose in their ecosystems and increase biodiversity!

    Connect with the world around you by learning about skunks, spiders, predatory birds, snakes, sharks, storms, scorpions and carnivorous plants to name a few! The event will also include fall snacks, crafts and more!

    The Science of Scary is being held in partnership with the Academy of Natural Sciences, Barn Nature Center, Elmwood Park Zoo, Franklin Institute, Center for Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium, the Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion, Ambler Arboretum of Temple University, Tyler School of Art, master beekeeper Vincent Aloyo and Sarah Naughton and her amazing tarantulas!

    Part of Temple Ambler’s EarthFest Presents series of events, the Science of Scary is a family-friendly event designed to help learners and citizen scientists of all ages gain a deeper understanding of the wonders of nature and the amazing things that may be found right in their own backyards. What will you discover?

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    Created By: Temple University Ambler Campus
    Sponsors: Temple University Ambler
    Open To: Public
    Intended Audience: Students // Faculty // Staff // elementary // middle and high school students // Alumni // general public
    Type: Exhibition // Fair // Festival // General Assembly // Meet and Mingle // Other // Volunteer Opportunity
    Tags: Temple Ambler // Temple University Ambler Campus // EarthFest // Stargazing // Division of Architecture and Environmental Design // Center for Sustainable Communities // Department of Landscape Architecture and Horticulture // Department of Planning and Community Development // Environmental and sustainability // Public Interest

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