Year: 2019

We weren’t sure if we would get to do Young Eagles this fall. It fell on the same day as one of my midterms. I took my midterm few days early so we were able to enjoy the day. The weather was wonderful and the winds were calm. E and I got put in the same plane. E was going to sit up front but to balance weight they had me in the passenger seat not him. I felt bad for E. E made the best of it by taking lots of photos while I got to fly the plane. I always love flying and I am go grateful for this program that lets youth experience small plane flight.

Mr. James did another insect program and I was able to bring my collections out and talk about insects before and after the program. We had a much better crowd this time but it was hard to compete with the crowds of yesterdays Native Plant Event. Whatever I was saying it must have been engaging!

Emmerson tackled the younger youth questions and I fielded the harder questions. I love these outreach programs.  After the event we decided that we wanted to go to Disney Springs so we took a spin out to Orlando in Dad’s new Tesla.

I opted to do an extra credit project for biology. I made a giant cookie and the decorated it with various cell parts. The project took me hours but it was worth it.Super pleased with my results.

This weekend was the Forest Ecology Clinic at the Austin Cary Forest in Gainesville. We went up the night before since the contest was so early. We had a great time learning about the plants and trees in the contest.  I went with the senior group to learn about Biltmore stick measuring and some of the other senior stations. We learned how to measure tree value and estimated timber yield. We worked on our compass and pacing skills. I showed off my insect collection skills and taught anyone willing to listen about insects. I had quite a following by the end of the day. At insect club we are learning about lifecycles and orders. We played a few games and met the new members of the club. We went off to collect insect for a few horus after the formal meeting. I love our little club. 

Our new pal Logan and his mom joined us for a day trip to Orlando to attend the Rick Riordan book release. It was an amazing event. We got cool shirts, signed books and a evening of laughter and entertainment. Rick Riordan was so funny. I really love his books and the way he spoke made me want to keep reading. There were little hints at future stories and references to past stories. I was shocked how many older kids were really into it too! Showing off our signed books! Guess I won’t be sleeping tonight!