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6/9/2016

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This piece was just published in The Weekly Avocet. It is a set of remembered events from  job I held in Kentucky, 1989. 
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                           Grace Note  
 
I got a Talon in my hand once.
It didn't go all the way through.
Just a Red-tailed Hawk.
 
"If you work with them, you will bleed."
That's what my mentor said.
"Don't get careless again."
 
A Great Homed Owl grabbed another mentor.
They had to anesthetize him. The man too I suppose.
As sleep took hold the owl let go.
 
"That bald eagle has 1200 pounds per square inch.
Just hold that glove high.
Let her grab the fish and go.
 
The golden eagle is an imprint.
She sees you as a potential mate.
Don't let her get too close.
 
Always wear the falconer's glove.
It will protect you when talons rake,
but not if the bird clamps down.
 
That Barn Owl is a sweetheart though,
gentle as a lamb, and always
well received by the audience.
 
Disinfect that wound well.
You don't want it to swell up like a balloon.
Are you sure you wouldn't rather work with the snakes?" 

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Kayaking and Survival Skills

6/1/2016

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It has come to my attention that the Chattanooga Audubon Society will offer a class in First Aid and Survival Skills and also a class on Kayaking during the month of June. Call (423) 892-1499 for full information. 
​First Aid and Survival Skills
Saturday, June 25
10 AM to Noon
Learn and practice basic first aid and survival skills. All ages welcome. $49 for the class, certification, and book included. Taught by Dr. David Powers. You MUST be pre-paid by June 18 so books can be ordered.

Dr. Powers began his career as a combat medic and served in that role in the military, Federal service, and also as a private military contractor. He now serves as a counselor specializing in traumatic and cumulative stress. He's a best-selling author in the areas of cognitive psychology, experimental education theory, and martial arts. He's a decorated veteran of the Marine Corps and Army, and a founding member of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Married and the proud father of three feral boys and one princess that he and his wife homeschool, his mission in life is to find the magical best mug of coffee in the world. Be sure to check him out at drdavidpowers.com.
Please email LGrabowski@chattaudubon.org or drdave@drdavidpowers.com for more information.
To pay and register- squareup.com/store/warehouse-14/item/basic-first-aid-and-survival
South Chickamauga Creek Orientation
With opportunity to try out kayaks
Saturdy, June 11, 
1 PM to 3 PM
South Chickamauga Creek provides over 30 miles of paddling from Ringgold, Georgia to the Tennessee River above downtown Chattanooga. While its gentle currents provide fun for even novice paddlers, knowing where to put in and take out can be intimidating in its own right. This class will cover the most common places to launch boats from along South Chick, what obstacles may require portaging, and what resources are available for paddlers to help create your perfect day on the water.

TU Canoe Rental & Shuttle will be on hand after the class with several kayaks you can try out in the creek!

Talk begins at 1:00 pm in Walker Hall at Audubon Acres. No charge for class.
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