
EcoExplore: Mammalogy
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through ecoEXPLORE, examining skulls and skins while learning what defines a mammal and discovering local wildlife diversity. Designed for K–8 students; registration is required.
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Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and signs of wildlife visits, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins in a hands-on educational program.

Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and signs of wildlife visits, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins in a hands-on educational program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and signs of wildlife visits, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins in a hands-on educational program.

Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife signs, with close-up examination of skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen-science program.

Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife signs, with close-up examination of skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen-science program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife signs, with close-up examination of skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen-science program.

Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife tracking, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen science program.

Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife tracking, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen science program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and wildlife tracking, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins and an introduction to the ecoEXPLORE citizen science program.

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.

Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and animal signs, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins. Discover how to identify the wild visitors around us.

Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and animal signs, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins. Discover how to identify the wild visitors around us.
Explore Western North Carolina mammals through questions about hibernation and animal signs, with close-up looks at real skulls and skins. Discover how to identify the wild visitors around us.

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.

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.
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.

Mammals of WNC
MoreExplore Western North Carolina mammal ecology, from hibernation habits to clues that reveal wildlife visitors. Examine animal skulls and skins while learning about the ecoEXPLORE program.

Explore Western North Carolina mammal ecology, from hibernation habits to clues that reveal wildlife visitors. Examine animal skulls and skins while learning about the ecoEXPLORE program.
Explore Western North Carolina mammal ecology, from hibernation habits to clues that reveal wildlife visitors. Examine animal skulls and skins while learning about the ecoEXPLORE program.

Children ages 5–10 learn about mushrooms, then cut and arrange paper into a mosaic mushroom. This hands-on library activity combines nature education with a creative art project.

Children ages 5–10 learn about mushrooms, then cut and arrange paper into a mosaic mushroom. This hands-on library activity combines nature education with a creative art project.
Children ages 5–10 learn about mushrooms, then cut and arrange paper into a mosaic mushroom. This hands-on library activity combines nature education with a creative art project.

A biologist explains how artificial light disrupts amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects, connecting dark-sky protection with biodiversity conservation and practical ways households can reduce nighttime illumination.

A biologist explains how artificial light disrupts amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects, connecting dark-sky protection with biodiversity conservation and practical ways households can reduce nighttime illumination.
A biologist explains how artificial light disrupts amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects, connecting dark-sky protection with biodiversity conservation and practical ways households can reduce nighttime illumination.

Children practice reading aloud in relaxed 15-minute sessions with a certified therapy dog, building confidence and comfort with books. Bring a selected book; registration is required.

Children practice reading aloud in relaxed 15-minute sessions with a certified therapy dog, building confidence and comfort with books. Bring a selected book; registration is required.
Children practice reading aloud in relaxed 15-minute sessions with a certified therapy dog, building confidence and comfort with books. Bring a selected book; registration is required.

Explore library genealogy resources, share family stories, and contribute to a collaborative craft in an all-ages workshop centered on ancestry, memory, and connection across generations.

Explore library genealogy resources, share family stories, and contribute to a collaborative craft in an all-ages workshop centered on ancestry, memory, and connection across generations.
Explore library genealogy resources, share family stories, and contribute to a collaborative craft in an all-ages workshop centered on ancestry, memory, and connection across generations.

Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.

Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.

Young scientists explore asteroids, meteoroids, meteorites, and impact craters, then create craters to test how different space rocks strike a surface. Designed for grades K–8; registration is required.

Young scientists explore asteroids, meteoroids, meteorites, and impact craters, then create craters to test how different space rocks strike a surface. Designed for grades K–8; registration is required.
Young scientists explore asteroids, meteoroids, meteorites, and impact craters, then create craters to test how different space rocks strike a surface. Designed for grades K–8; registration is required.

Browse free children’s books, stickers, and bookmarks while meeting local literacy advocates during a school-age celebration of Children’s Book Week. A playful, community-centered outing for grades K–5.

Browse free children’s books, stickers, and bookmarks while meeting local literacy advocates during a school-age celebration of Children’s Book Week. A playful, community-centered outing for grades K–5.
Browse free children’s books, stickers, and bookmarks while meeting local literacy advocates during a school-age celebration of Children’s Book Week. A playful, community-centered outing for grades K–5.

Little hands explore polar-themed crafts and tiny-paw creations in a playful winter activity designed for children ages 2–5, with registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation.

Little hands explore polar-themed crafts and tiny-paw creations in a playful winter activity designed for children ages 2–5, with registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation.
Little hands explore polar-themed crafts and tiny-paw creations in a playful winter activity designed for children ages 2–5, with registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation.

Learn step by step to transform loose pages into a handcrafted journal, sketchbook, or mini storybook. All materials are provided, and beginners ages 10 and up are welcome.

Learn step by step to transform loose pages into a handcrafted journal, sketchbook, or mini storybook. All materials are provided, and beginners ages 10 and up are welcome.
Learn step by step to transform loose pages into a handcrafted journal, sketchbook, or mini storybook. All materials are provided, and beginners ages 10 and up are welcome.

Children use real fall leaves to decorate an adorable hedgehog friend in a hands-on seasonal craft activity. Advance registration is required for this library program.

Children use real fall leaves to decorate an adorable hedgehog friend in a hands-on seasonal craft activity. Advance registration is required for this library program.
Children use real fall leaves to decorate an adorable hedgehog friend in a hands-on seasonal craft activity. Advance registration is required for this library program.

Little hands explore animal-inspired polar crafts in a playful program designed for ages 2–5. A cozy winter activity gives toddlers a chance to create and enjoy a hands-on outing.

Little hands explore animal-inspired polar crafts in a playful program designed for ages 2–5. A cozy winter activity gives toddlers a chance to create and enjoy a hands-on outing.
Little hands explore animal-inspired polar crafts in a playful program designed for ages 2–5. A cozy winter activity gives toddlers a chance to create and enjoy a hands-on outing.

An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.

An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.

Young readers ages 8–12 explore a shared theme through chapter books, graphic novels, or nonfiction, then turn open-ended discussion into a creative sketchbook activity with supplied materials.

Young readers ages 8–12 explore a shared theme through chapter books, graphic novels, or nonfiction, then turn open-ended discussion into a creative sketchbook activity with supplied materials.
Young readers ages 8–12 explore a shared theme through chapter books, graphic novels, or nonfiction, then turn open-ended discussion into a creative sketchbook activity with supplied materials.
