EcoExplore Badge Activities: Mammology
Hands-on activities introduce K–8 learners to mammalogy through an ecoExplore badge program, exploring mammals and wildlife observation while completing requirements for a science badge. Registration is required.
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A local naturalist guides children through Western North Carolina’s mammals, exploring habitats, behavior, and survival adaptations. This free, registration-required learning program is designed for ages 5–13.
A local naturalist guides children through Western North Carolina’s mammals, exploring habitats, behavior, and survival adaptations. This free, registration-required learning program is designed for ages 5–13.
A local naturalist guides children through Western North Carolina’s mammals, exploring habitats, behavior, and survival adaptations. This free, registration-required learning program is designed for ages 5–13.
Build reading confidence by practicing aloud with Toddy the therapy dog; appointments welcome elementary-aged children and adults developing their literacy skills in a supportive library setting.
Build reading confidence by practicing aloud with Toddy the therapy dog; appointments welcome elementary-aged children and adults developing their literacy skills in a supportive library setting.
Build reading confidence by practicing aloud with Toddy the therapy dog; appointments welcome elementary-aged children and adults developing their literacy skills in a supportive library setting.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Explore Western North Carolina arachnids beyond spiders, learning how to identify them by their features and discover where they live. A fun, nature-focused program introduces local wildlife and ecoEXPLORE.
Elementary-aged children and adults build reading confidence by reading aloud with therapy dog Wiggins in a welcoming library setting, with appointments supporting developing readers at varied skill levels.
Elementary-aged children and adults build reading confidence by reading aloud with therapy dog Wiggins in a welcoming library setting, with appointments supporting developing readers at varied skill levels.
Elementary-aged children and adults build reading confidence by reading aloud with therapy dog Wiggins in a welcoming library setting, with appointments supporting developing readers at varied skill levels.
Appointment-based reading practice with Teddy the therapy dog supports elementary children and adults developing literacy skills, creating a relaxed, encouraging setting for building confidence and fluency.
Appointment-based reading practice with Teddy the therapy dog supports elementary children and adults developing literacy skills, creating a relaxed, encouraging setting for building confidence and fluency.
Appointment-based reading practice with Teddy the therapy dog supports elementary children and adults developing literacy skills, creating a relaxed, encouraging setting for building confidence and fluency.
Young participants taste-test snacks and discover which treat won their election, turning a playful vote-counting celebration into a family-friendly library activity. Advance registration is required.
Young participants taste-test snacks and discover which treat won their election, turning a playful vote-counting celebration into a family-friendly library activity. Advance registration is required.
Young participants taste-test snacks and discover which treat won their election, turning a playful vote-counting celebration into a family-friendly library activity. Advance registration is required.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Learn to use the Libby app with library cards to borrow e-books, e-audiobooks, and read-alongs. Explore age-appropriate digital resources and practical ways to build reading into family routines.
Children ages 6–11 create clay creatures, design fantasy characters, and make a DIY dragon egg inspired by Reading Dragons & Friends. Registration is required, and each child receives an exclusive collectible card.
Children ages 6–11 create clay creatures, design fantasy characters, and make a DIY dragon egg inspired by Reading Dragons & Friends. Registration is required, and each child receives an exclusive collectible card.
Children ages 6–11 create clay creatures, design fantasy characters, and make a DIY dragon egg inspired by Reading Dragons & Friends. Registration is required, and each child receives an exclusive collectible card.
Casual drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists. Boards and pieces are provided for relaxed games, skill-building, and meeting fellow young players.
Casual drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists. Boards and pieces are provided for relaxed games, skill-building, and meeting fellow young players.
Casual drop-in chess welcomes players ages 8–17, from beginners to experienced strategists. Boards and pieces are provided for relaxed games, skill-building, and meeting fellow young players.
Explore what distinguishes arachnids from other creatures, discover the many kinds beyond spiders, and learn about their habitats and lives in Western North Carolina through a lively nature program.
Explore what distinguishes arachnids from other creatures, discover the many kinds beyond spiders, and learn about their habitats and lives in Western North Carolina through a lively nature program.
Explore what distinguishes arachnids from other creatures, discover the many kinds beyond spiders, and learn about their habitats and lives in Western North Carolina through a lively nature program.
Learn how to contribute to a community fiber-art installation through yarn bombing, with supplies available to pick up or bring from home. Adult participants are welcome.
Learn how to contribute to a community fiber-art installation through yarn bombing, with supplies available to pick up or bring from home. Adult participants are welcome.
Learn how to contribute to a community fiber-art installation through yarn bombing, with supplies available to pick up or bring from home. Adult participants are welcome.
Learn practical vermicomposting techniques and decorate a library worm bin in an inclusive, hands-on gardening activity designed especially for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while welcoming everyone.
Learn practical vermicomposting techniques and decorate a library worm bin in an inclusive, hands-on gardening activity designed especially for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while welcoming everyone.
Learn practical vermicomposting techniques and decorate a library worm bin in an inclusive, hands-on gardening activity designed especially for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while welcoming everyone.
Learn hands-on fermentation techniques in a beginner-friendly food preservation demonstration led by Cooperative Extension. Participants can pack a small jar to take home and ferment.
Learn hands-on fermentation techniques in a beginner-friendly food preservation demonstration led by Cooperative Extension. Participants can pack a small jar to take home and ferment.
Learn hands-on fermentation techniques in a beginner-friendly food preservation demonstration led by Cooperative Extension. Participants can pack a small jar to take home and ferment.
Explore the surprising diversity of Western North Carolina arachnids, from spiders to lesser-known eight-legged neighbors. Learn what defines them, where they live, and whether every arachnid spins a web.
Explore the surprising diversity of Western North Carolina arachnids, from spiders to lesser-known eight-legged neighbors. Learn what defines them, where they live, and whether every arachnid spins a web.
Explore the surprising diversity of Western North Carolina arachnids, from spiders to lesser-known eight-legged neighbors. Learn what defines them, where they live, and whether every arachnid spins a web.
Young children ages 1 to 5 engage with stories through interactive music, movement, and playful participation. A lively early childhood activity encourages listening, rhythm, and joyful group connection.
Young children ages 1 to 5 engage with stories through interactive music, movement, and playful participation. A lively early childhood activity encourages listening, rhythm, and joyful group connection.
Young children ages 1 to 5 engage with stories through interactive music, movement, and playful participation. A lively early childhood activity encourages listening, rhythm, and joyful group connection.
Explore raccoon behavior, nighttime habits, and adaptations with a North Carolina Park Ranger through an engaging nature program. A children’s book reading and hands-on activity welcome families and curious learners of all ages.
Explore raccoon behavior, nighttime habits, and adaptations with a North Carolina Park Ranger through an engaging nature program. A children’s book reading and hands-on activity welcome families and curious learners of all ages.
Explore raccoon behavior, nighttime habits, and adaptations with a North Carolina Park Ranger through an engaging nature program. A children’s book reading and hands-on activity welcome families and curious learners of all ages.
Build creative writing skills through guided practice, idea sharing, and supportive feedback with fellow adult aspiring writers. Advance registration is required for this community writing group.
Build creative writing skills through guided practice, idea sharing, and supportive feedback with fellow adult aspiring writers. Advance registration is required for this community writing group.
Build creative writing skills through guided practice, idea sharing, and supportive feedback with fellow adult aspiring writers. Advance registration is required for this community writing group.
A relaxed community crafting afternoon invites adults to contribute yarn work to a collaborative yarn bomb art project or bring their own supplies and continue a personal creative project.
A relaxed community crafting afternoon invites adults to contribute yarn work to a collaborative yarn bomb art project or bring their own supplies and continue a personal creative project.
A relaxed community crafting afternoon invites adults to contribute yarn work to a collaborative yarn bomb art project or bring their own supplies and continue a personal creative project.
A child-focused introduction to spiders and other eight-legged creatures explores their ecological roles and challenges common misconceptions. Designed for elementary students, the program connects arachnology with nature learning.
A child-focused introduction to spiders and other eight-legged creatures explores their ecological roles and challenges common misconceptions. Designed for elementary students, the program connects arachnology with nature learning.
A child-focused introduction to spiders and other eight-legged creatures explores their ecological roles and challenges common misconceptions. Designed for elementary students, the program connects arachnology with nature learning.
Explore the diverse arachnids of Western North Carolina and discover what distinguishes them from other creatures, where they live, and whether all spiders spin webs or have eight legs.
Explore the diverse arachnids of Western North Carolina and discover what distinguishes them from other creatures, where they live, and whether all spiders spin webs or have eight legs.
Explore the diverse arachnids of Western North Carolina and discover what distinguishes them from other creatures, where they live, and whether all spiders spin webs or have eight legs.