Marvelous Moths
After-dark mothing with a naturalist photographer, spotlighting National Moth Week and the surprising diversity of local species. Expect hands-on learning, close-up observation, and community nature exploration at a signup-only location.
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Late-night mothing under National Moth Week lights up a field setup where participants observe and identify local moth species. Naturalist photographer Sharon Mammoser guides hands-on learning about moth diversity and behavior at a signup-only location.
Late-night mothing under National Moth Week lights up a field setup where participants observe and identify local moth species. Naturalist photographer Sharon Mammoser guides hands-on learning about moth diversity and behavior at a signup-only location.
Late-night mothing under National Moth Week lights up a field setup where participants observe and identify local moth species. Naturalist photographer Sharon Mammoser guides hands-on learning about moth diversity and behavior at a signup-only location.
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.
A family friendly NC Moth Week night of self paced discovery with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close viewing and ID practice. Learn moth ecology and take guided night tours to spot nocturnal wildlife.
A family friendly NC Moth Week night of self paced discovery with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close viewing and ID practice. Learn moth ecology and take guided night tours to spot nocturnal wildlife.
A family friendly NC Moth Week night of self paced discovery with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close viewing and ID practice. Learn moth ecology and take guided night tours to spot nocturnal wildlife.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
A guided LGBTQ+ friendly hike that blends forest trail walking with mushroom identification and foraging basics. Expect hands on spotting tips, seasonal fungi talk, and a welcoming group pace at the Rice Pinnacle Trailhead.
A guided LGBTQ+ friendly hike that blends forest trail walking with mushroom identification and foraging basics. Expect hands on spotting tips, seasonal fungi talk, and a welcoming group pace at the Rice Pinnacle Trailhead.
A guided LGBTQ+ friendly hike that blends forest trail walking with mushroom identification and foraging basics. Expect hands on spotting tips, seasonal fungi talk, and a welcoming group pace at the Rice Pinnacle Trailhead.
A guided garden walk with a local bee expert explores native pollinators and habitat-friendly planting on a working farm. Friendly alpaca feeding, farm exploring, and light refreshments round out an easygoing afternoon at the estate.
A guided garden walk with a local bee expert explores native pollinators and habitat-friendly planting on a working farm. Friendly alpaca feeding, farm exploring, and light refreshments round out an easygoing afternoon at the estate.
A guided garden walk with a local bee expert explores native pollinators and habitat-friendly planting on a working farm. Friendly alpaca feeding, farm exploring, and light refreshments round out an easygoing afternoon at the estate.
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.
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.
Telescope-guided stargazing and bite-size astronomy lessons on planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and meteors. A community night under dark skies with fun space facts and skywatching tips.
Telescope-guided stargazing and bite-size astronomy lessons on planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and meteors. A community night under dark skies with fun space facts and skywatching tips.
Telescope-guided stargazing and bite-size astronomy lessons on planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and meteors. A community night under dark skies with fun space facts and skywatching tips.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of the moon, planets, constellations, and deep-sky sights like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of the moon, planets, constellations, and deep-sky sights like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of the moon, planets, constellations, and deep-sky sights like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on textile summer camp where kids explore the journey from farm fibers to finished fabric through playful weaving, dyeing, and simple sewing projects. Emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and making skills in a community studio setting.
Hands-on textile summer camp where kids explore the journey from farm fibers to finished fabric through playful weaving, dyeing, and simple sewing projects. Emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and making skills in a community studio setting.
Hands-on textile summer camp where kids explore the journey from farm fibers to finished fabric through playful weaving, dyeing, and simple sewing projects. Emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and making skills in a community studio setting.
Imaginative creative-writing session built around playful prompts and page-turning story ideas in a supportive group setting. Expect quick writes, sharing (optional), and craft tips to spark new scenes, characters, and drafts.
Imaginative creative-writing session built around playful prompts and page-turning story ideas in a supportive group setting. Expect quick writes, sharing (optional), and craft tips to spark new scenes, characters, and drafts.
Imaginative creative-writing session built around playful prompts and page-turning story ideas in a supportive group setting. Expect quick writes, sharing (optional), and craft tips to spark new scenes, characters, and drafts.
Kid-focused coloring time in a cozy cat-filled space, pairing simple art making with gentle feline hangouts. Expect a relaxed, low-pressure activity where kids can create, chat, and enjoy calm cat company.
Kid-focused coloring time in a cozy cat-filled space, pairing simple art making with gentle feline hangouts. Expect a relaxed, low-pressure activity where kids can create, chat, and enjoy calm cat company.
Kid-focused coloring time in a cozy cat-filled space, pairing simple art making with gentle feline hangouts. Expect a relaxed, low-pressure activity where kids can create, chat, and enjoy calm cat company.
Cozy story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical local magic shop setting. A gentle, community-minded evening for animal lovers and families who want relaxed reading vibes and feline companionship.
Cozy story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical local magic shop setting. A gentle, community-minded evening for animal lovers and families who want relaxed reading vibes and feline companionship.
Cozy story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical local magic shop setting. A gentle, community-minded evening for animal lovers and families who want relaxed reading vibes and feline companionship.
A lively birdhouse auction and community fundraiser supporting Bountiful Cities, set in an outdoor orchard setting. Browse and bid on handcrafted birdhouses while connecting with neighbors and supporting local food access work.
A lively birdhouse auction and community fundraiser supporting Bountiful Cities, set in an outdoor orchard setting. Browse and bid on handcrafted birdhouses while connecting with neighbors and supporting local food access work.
A lively birdhouse auction and community fundraiser supporting Bountiful Cities, set in an outdoor orchard setting. Browse and bid on handcrafted birdhouses while connecting with neighbors and supporting local food access work.
After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.
After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.
After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.
Cozy story time centered on cat themed books while kids relax inside a cat lounge surrounded by resident cats. Designed for families with children age 7 and under for a calm, cuddly evening.
Cozy story time centered on cat themed books while kids relax inside a cat lounge surrounded by resident cats. Designed for families with children age 7 and under for a calm, cuddly evening.
Cozy story time centered on cat themed books while kids relax inside a cat lounge surrounded by resident cats. Designed for families with children age 7 and under for a calm, cuddly evening.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Hands-on sewing camp for teens with guided instruction on machine setup, stitching techniques, and simple garment or accessory projects. Creative afternoons in a textile studio with plenty of practice time and peer camaraderie.
Hands-on sewing camp for teens with guided instruction on machine setup, stitching techniques, and simple garment or accessory projects. Creative afternoons in a textile studio with plenty of practice time and peer camaraderie.
Hands-on sewing camp for teens with guided instruction on machine setup, stitching techniques, and simple garment or accessory projects. Creative afternoons in a textile studio with plenty of practice time and peer camaraderie.
Late-night moonwatching at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory with telescopes trained on a bright, cratered Moon for close-up viewing and informal learning. A community stargazing meetup at Mayland Earth to Sky Park focused on lunar geology and observation.
Late-night moonwatching at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory with telescopes trained on a bright, cratered Moon for close-up viewing and informal learning. A community stargazing meetup at Mayland Earth to Sky Park focused on lunar geology and observation.
Late-night moonwatching at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory with telescopes trained on a bright, cratered Moon for close-up viewing and informal learning. A community stargazing meetup at Mayland Earth to Sky Park focused on lunar geology and observation.