C.P.A. Series - Pollinator Safari with Florrie Funk
Outdoor pollinator safari through blooming garden patches, learning to spot and identify bees, butterflies, and other insects with a smartphone. Hands-on practice using the iNaturalist app to document observations in the Asheville Botanical Garden.
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Late-night moth watching with sheets, UV lights, and bait stations to attract nocturnal “jewels” for up-close viewing and photography. Learn DIY ways to find moths at home plus natural history tips while exploring the Arboretum after dark.
Late-night moth watching with sheets, UV lights, and bait stations to attract nocturnal “jewels” for up-close viewing and photography. Learn DIY ways to find moths at home plus natural history tips while exploring the Arboretum after dark.
Late-night moth watching with sheets, UV lights, and bait stations to attract nocturnal “jewels” for up-close viewing and photography. Learn DIY ways to find moths at home plus natural history tips while exploring the Arboretum after dark.
Hands-on wildflower identification walk with naturalist Lauren Lampley through Arboretum trails, focusing on plant families, field marks, and practical tools for narrowing down tricky species. Ideal for beginner to intermediate plant enthusiasts.
Hands-on wildflower identification walk with naturalist Lauren Lampley through Arboretum trails, focusing on plant families, field marks, and practical tools for narrowing down tricky species. Ideal for beginner to intermediate plant enthusiasts.
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Hands on guidance for turning a traditional lawn into a thriving native meadow, with practical tips on site prep, planting, and long term maintenance. Learn plant choices that support pollinators and boost biodiversity in a botanical garden setting.
Hands on guidance for turning a traditional lawn into a thriving native meadow, with practical tips on site prep, planting, and long term maintenance. Learn plant choices that support pollinators and boost biodiversity in a botanical garden setting.
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Hands-on native cut-flower gardening workshop focused on planning, growing, and harvesting blooms for the vase, then arranging them into fresh seasonal bouquets. Hosted in a botanical garden setting with practical, take-home techniques for sustainable floral design.
Hands-on native cut-flower gardening workshop focused on planning, growing, and harvesting blooms for the vase, then arranging them into fresh seasonal bouquets. Hosted in a botanical garden setting with practical, take-home techniques for sustainable floral design.
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Docent-led walk through a multi-zone teaching garden with stops in the WNC Native, Rose, Cottage, Four Seasons, Dye, Vegetable, and Pollinator gardens plus a compost area. Practical horticulture tips on seasonal planting, sun vs shade beds, and habitat-friendly techniques.
Docent-led walk through a multi-zone teaching garden with stops in the WNC Native, Rose, Cottage, Four Seasons, Dye, Vegetable, and Pollinator gardens plus a compost area. Practical horticulture tips on seasonal planting, sun vs shade beds, and habitat-friendly techniques.
Docent-led walk through a multi-zone teaching garden with stops in the WNC Native, Rose, Cottage, Four Seasons, Dye, Vegetable, and Pollinator gardens plus a compost area. Practical horticulture tips on seasonal planting, sun vs shade beds, and habitat-friendly techniques.
Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.
Bug-brained curiosity takes over with interactive insect science exploring Western North Carolina species, from how flies see to whether insects can hear. A library-based nature learning program geared for kids and curious adults alike.
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Docent-led walk through themed plots like the WNC Native Garden, Rose and Cottage gardens, dye and vegetable beds, plus pollinator and compost areas. Expect practical horticulture insights on seasonal planting, sun vs shade, and garden maintenance.
Docent-led walk through themed plots like the WNC Native Garden, Rose and Cottage gardens, dye and vegetable beds, plus pollinator and compost areas. Expect practical horticulture insights on seasonal planting, sun vs shade, and garden maintenance.
Docent-led walk through themed plots like the WNC Native Garden, Rose and Cottage gardens, dye and vegetable beds, plus pollinator and compost areas. Expect practical horticulture insights on seasonal planting, sun vs shade, and garden maintenance.
Learn about Western North Carolina’s wild bees and their life cycle, then build a DIY bee hotel to support local pollinators. A hands on, beginner friendly conservation workshop in a cozy taproom setting.
Learn about Western North Carolina’s wild bees and their life cycle, then build a DIY bee hotel to support local pollinators. A hands on, beginner friendly conservation workshop in a cozy taproom setting.
Learn about Western North Carolina’s wild bees and their life cycle, then build a DIY bee hotel to support local pollinators. A hands on, beginner friendly conservation workshop in a cozy taproom setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
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Practical seed-saving instruction focused on preserving favorite plant varieties and strengthening local biodiversity. Expect a hands-on, community-minded gardening skills session with take-home know-how for future growing seasons.
Practical seed-saving instruction focused on preserving favorite plant varieties and strengthening local biodiversity. Expect a hands-on, community-minded gardening skills session with take-home know-how for future growing seasons.
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Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
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Intro botany class exploring how plants survive and reproduce using modified leaves, stems, and roots. Learn core plant structure and function with practical examples in an arboretum setting suited to beginners.
Intro botany class exploring how plants survive and reproduce using modified leaves, stems, and roots. Learn core plant structure and function with practical examples in an arboretum setting suited to beginners.
Intro botany class exploring how plants survive and reproduce using modified leaves, stems, and roots. Learn core plant structure and function with practical examples in an arboretum setting suited to beginners.
Hands-on landscape design fundamentals in a two-part class covering design principles, site assessment, and planning for sustainable, aesthetically appealing yards. Expect practical guidance on creating and managing landscapes in an arboretum learning setting.
Hands-on landscape design fundamentals in a two-part class covering design principles, site assessment, and planning for sustainable, aesthetically appealing yards. Expect practical guidance on creating and managing landscapes in an arboretum learning setting.
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A free small group guided hike through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across different forest types. Seasonal interpretation focuses on wildflowers, plant and tree identification, and local natural history with trained volunteer guides.
A free small group guided hike through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across different forest types. Seasonal interpretation focuses on wildflowers, plant and tree identification, and local natural history with trained volunteer guides.
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Guided foraging walk through Asheville-area landscapes focused on identifying edible wild plants and mushrooms safely. Learn seasonal harvesting ethics, habitat cues, and how to turn found ingredients into flavorful meals.
Guided foraging walk through Asheville-area landscapes focused on identifying edible wild plants and mushrooms safely. Learn seasonal harvesting ethics, habitat cues, and how to turn found ingredients into flavorful meals.