Pinelands Preservation Lectures

In case you aren't on their mailing list, this just came to my e-mail: Come out of hibernation for two lectures at PPA! Today we face complicated issues that threaten life on this planet.  Finding and implementing solutions require a second Great Enlightenment.  We need to look back into the Earth's history - how did humans evolve?  And look forward through human history to explore what brought us to this point in time and how we must adapt.  Join Pinelands Adventure's Director of Education, John Volpa, for a two-part lecture series in PPA's cozy, warm barn exploring these fascinating and complicated issues.  Each lecture can stand alone but attending both lectures will provide a more complete perspective. These presentations are an interactive hands-on exploration of life on earth synthesizing a variety of scientific topics into a meaningful and relevant experience.  John combines thirty-seven years of public education experience and twenty years of leading outdoor adventures with his passion for the environment into two lively evenings of thought provocation.  The first presentation looks back in time and the second presentation starts with Human history and looks to the future.  January 25th - Pine  Barrens Time Machine Location:  PPA, 17 Pemberton Rd, Southampton NJ - directions Time: 7:00 pm Pine Barrens Time Machine is a hands-on presentation taking the curious on a journey into Earth's past.  Inspect rocks, fossils and get your hands dirty exploring our planet's past.  See how the land that became New Jersey and the Pine Barrens evolved over time. February 1st - Fire Sparks Humanity's Journey Location: PPA, 17 Pemberton Rd, Southamption, NJ - directions Time: 7:00 pm The interactive Fire Sparks Humanity's Journey examines our species' place within the biosphere and our current window of opportunity to shape the future of life on Earth.  We synthesize a wide variety of topics to hopefully create a new perspective and a new level of critical thinking resulting in positive personal social action. NOTE:  Fire Sparks Humanity's Journey is interactive (individually and group).  Participants will receive tickets to enter into an auction for prizes drawn at the close of the presentation.   Make your reservation online today! Cost: $15/per person PPA Members receive a 10% discount! Enter Code "PPA Member" at checkout. Not a member? Join Today!   You may also call Pinelands Adventures at 609-268-0189 with questions or to reserve your Pinelands Adventure today.