Prairie
Education
Prairie Education Programs are an important part of the day of the Symphony. The program is both experiential and presentational. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to explore the hundreds of acres of the Turkey Creek pasture on the Doyle Creek Ranch, the site of the Fourth Annual Concert.
At the Concert Site
From 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
- Horse Drawn Covered wagon rides from: 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Wildflower/prairie walks led by Kansas Native Plant Society members
- After concert star gazing
Presentations
Concertgoers are invited to participate in presentations and discussions on a variety of topics relating to the tallgrass prairie, the Flint Hills and the region’s fascinating culture and history. ‘A sense of place’ arises from knowledge and experience. Wildflowers, birds, grasses, and the human stories of the area are rich subjects.
HERITAGE AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM 2009
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
To Be Announced
CONCERT
6:30 Concert begins (90 minute performance plus 20 minute intermission)
During intermission food and beverages will be available in the High Point Tent and the Big Tent
AFTER THE CONCERT
9:00 – 11:00 Music with The Blackbury Band: L.B. Taulbee – Lead guitar, Garry Bury – vocals, Bob Black – Fiddle and Vocals, Richelle Basgall – Fiddle and Vocals, Dick Kruger – Bass, Felix Baz-Dresch – Banjo
Ongoing food and beverages served at the High Point Tent and the Big Tent until 11:00 p.m.
Stargazing at the observatory tent with telescopes hosted by Kansas Astronomical Observers until everyone has gone home.
The walking trail and parking lot will be illuminated as darkness falls.
Linger and enjoy a prairie evening. The parking lot is expected to be congested for a long while.