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Overview:
The Center for Wildlife Education offers
the use of its facilities to the public (both during and
after regular operating hours). The physical
facilities (five acres and two buildings) were built in
1997 and are of a very high quality. Two buildings
are suitable for rental and can be grounded with birds
on display. The facility ranks high on a national
scale of Nature Centers, and is an outstanding example
of environmental education and green space preservation
within a university campus.
All uses of The Center for Wildlife
Education must be requested by the party desiring use of the facility
and formally confirmed by the Business Manager of The Center for
Wildlife Education.
Included in the
facilities are:
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Lecture Hall-
The Lecture Hall is a spacious and bright
room, remodeled in November 2006, and is conducive to meetings,
speakers, discussion groups, etc. The lighting is very effective,
and the acoustics are pleasing. Approximately 100 chairs are available,
as well as 3 - 4 folding tables. Computer hook-up and
projection screen are available in the Lecture Hall.
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Restrooms-
Two large restrooms are located within
the central building. Cleanliness is of supreme importance and is
maintained very well in these facilities. Additional restroom
facilities are available at the Campground located directly behind the
Ecology Pavilion.
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Ecology Pavilion-
In a more rustic setting, the Pavilion is
located outside of the Center’s central building. This is a
covered area that is pleasant for any type of social gathering.
Approximately 15 picnic tables (seating eight people each) are
available. If desired, these tables can be moved and others can be
brought in. A small camp-fire is located just outside the
Pavilion. This adds nice atmosphere for an evening event.
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Boardwalk- A
scenic boardwalk winds through the grounds of The Center for Wildlife
Education. Native habitats of Georgia can be observed. Upon
request, the birds can be placed out on display.
Program options are available during the rental of the
Wildlife Center facilities and include...
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Birds on Display: Native
birds of Georgia will be displayed in their natural habitats along the
nature walk. Lighting is available for evening events. The display is
for a period of two hours.
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Wildlife Program:
A
wildlife program featuring birds, reptiles, and mammals will be
presented. Experienced falconers fly several species of birds of
prey, and explain the various adaptations that make this group of birds
so intriguing. The program lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Facility Rental
Guidelines:
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Reservations for facility rental must be made and confirmed through the
Pam Harley, Business Manager, at The Center for Wildlife Education.
Pam can be reached by phone at 912-478-0831, or by email at
pharley@georgiasouthern.edu.
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In compliance with current University policy, all
catering will be requested through the University Auxiliary Food
Services Department.
Caterer:
Georgia Southern University Catering Services
Phone:
(912) 478-5073
Fax:
(912) 478-0419
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For
alcohol-related events, an alcohol permit form must be completed and
signed. University Catering will supply the necessary bartender
services and the requestor will be required to pay an hourly bartending
fee. An additional charge will be assessed for required security
as indicated by Campus Security.
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A
Georgia Southern University employee must be present during all hours of
the facility rental.
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If
birds are on display, there is a limited time period of two hours.
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It is
permissible for chairs and tables to be rearranged. However, they
must be placed back into their original positions at the end of the
event.
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It is
permissible to decorate the facilities. However, at the end of the
event all decorations must be removed.
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If
additional equipment is required, it is the responsibility of the person
making the reservation to supply this equipment.
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All
functions must have a specified start and end time.
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No
animals are allowed on the premises.
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Children must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
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Cancellations must be made 15 days prior to the reservation. All
cancellations not made 15 days prior to an event are subject to a $35
cancellation fee.
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Users
are responsible for adequate clean-up of the facilities upon completion.
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Users
are expected to vacate the facilities within one half hour after the
termination of an event.
Prices For Facility Rental:
For-Profit,
Non-University related groups interested in renting facilities at the
The Center for Wildlife, the fees are as follows:
Pavilion - $150 per hour
Lecture Hall - $150 per hour
Birds on Display (for
2 hours) - Additional fee of $300
Wildlife Program -
Additional fee of $500
* NOTE:
University Departments, Student Organizations, and Non-profit
organizations receive a discount on facility rentals. Please call
for rental fees.
Reserving the Facilities:
If you are interested in reserving the Centers'
facilities for your next event, please contact Pam Harley, Business
Manager, at The Center for Wildlife Education.
Name:
Pam Harley, Business Manager
Phone: (912) 478-0831
Fax: (912) 478-1779
Email:
pharley@georgiasouthern.edu
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