Learn Basic Winter Skills. All ages are invited to join David Muska of Ondatra Adventures from 10 am to 1 pm for an introduction to the fundamentals of tracking and the stories animals leave behind. As a licensed NYS Wilderness Guide and Wilderness Skills Instructor, David works with youth and adults in the world of 'primitive' skills and 'nature connection' through Troy-based Ondatra Adventures. The class will begin indoors and move outside to the trails. Wear weather-appropriate footwear/clothing; bring snowshoes; a limited supply of snowshoes are available on a first come, first served basis. Meet at Eldridge Research Center, 284 Pond Hill Road, Rensselaerville. Cost of event: $5 non-members, members and children under 12 free.