Methods of Teaching Environmental Education Workshop, NC EE Criteria I
Educators build practical skills for designing environmental education programs grounded in North Carolina Essential Standards. The workshop supports curriculum planning and standards-aligned instruction for nature and science learning.
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Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Learn tabby and twill weaving techniques through paper selection and design concepts, experimenting with varied materials to create handmade holiday pieces in an adult creative workshop.
Learn tabby and twill weaving techniques through paper selection and design concepts, experimenting with varied materials to create handmade holiday pieces in an adult creative workshop.
Learn tabby and twill weaving techniques through paper selection and design concepts, experimenting with varied materials to create handmade holiday pieces in an adult creative workshop.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
Trace watershed processes along the Davidson River, examining stream order, flow and flood indicators, cut banks, point bars, and flood channels in a hands-on Blue Ridge field study.
Trace watershed processes along the Davidson River, examining stream order, flow and flood indicators, cut banks, point bars, and flood channels in a hands-on Blue Ridge field study.
Trace watershed processes along the Davidson River, examining stream order, flow and flood indicators, cut banks, point bars, and flood channels in a hands-on Blue Ridge field study.
Shape cattail leaves and colored ribbons into handmade wild ornaments during a hands-on crafting workshop. Explore natural materials and seasonal decoration techniques in a creative adult learning setting.
Shape cattail leaves and colored ribbons into handmade wild ornaments during a hands-on crafting workshop. Explore natural materials and seasonal decoration techniques in a creative adult learning setting.
Shape cattail leaves and colored ribbons into handmade wild ornaments during a hands-on crafting workshop. Explore natural materials and seasonal decoration techniques in a creative adult learning setting.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore how native plants sustain pollinators, strengthen local ecosystems, and benefit everyday life through an informative slide presentation on ecological gardening and biodiversity in Western North Carolina.
Explore why successful rose gardens take shape during winter, with thoughtful planning during the quiet season laying the groundwork for spring growth and a thriving garden.
Explore why successful rose gardens take shape during winter, with thoughtful planning during the quiet season laying the groundwork for spring growth and a thriving garden.
Explore why successful rose gardens take shape during winter, with thoughtful planning during the quiet season laying the groundwork for spring growth and a thriving garden.
Explore how outdoor education and multigenerational learning deepen people’s connection to nature and inspire environmental stewardship. Horticulture educator Isaac Wyatt shares ways learning outdoors can benefit communities and the environment.
Explore how outdoor education and multigenerational learning deepen people’s connection to nature and inspire environmental stewardship. Horticulture educator Isaac Wyatt shares ways learning outdoors can benefit communities and the environment.
Explore how outdoor education and multigenerational learning deepen people’s connection to nature and inspire environmental stewardship. Horticulture educator Isaac Wyatt shares ways learning outdoors can benefit communities and the environment.
Decorate handmade seasonal cards with stencils, acrylic paint, glitter pens, and basic art supplies, exploring playful designs for festive greetings in a relaxed, hands-on creative workshop.
Decorate handmade seasonal cards with stencils, acrylic paint, glitter pens, and basic art supplies, exploring playful designs for festive greetings in a relaxed, hands-on creative workshop.
Decorate handmade seasonal cards with stencils, acrylic paint, glitter pens, and basic art supplies, exploring playful designs for festive greetings in a relaxed, hands-on creative workshop.
Field-based foraging instruction focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, emphasizing safety, ethics, and seasonal harvesting. Expect hands-on ID practice outdoors with practical tips for cooking and home use.
Field-based foraging instruction focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, emphasizing safety, ethics, and seasonal harvesting. Expect hands-on ID practice outdoors with practical tips for cooking and home use.
Field-based foraging instruction focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, emphasizing safety, ethics, and seasonal harvesting. Expect hands-on ID practice outdoors with practical tips for cooking and home use.
Explore woodland trails and diverse forest types with trained volunteer guides. Learn about wildflowers, tree identification, and natural history while hiking through the North Carolina Arboretum’s seasonal landscapes.
Explore woodland trails and diverse forest types with trained volunteer guides. Learn about wildflowers, tree identification, and natural history while hiking through the North Carolina Arboretum’s seasonal landscapes.
Explore woodland trails and diverse forest types with trained volunteer guides. Learn about wildflowers, tree identification, and natural history while hiking through the North Carolina Arboretum’s seasonal landscapes.
Learn foundational mosaic techniques while designing a handmade mirror embellished with colorful tiles. This seasonal adult workshop turns a creative evening into a festive, personalized home decor project.
Learn foundational mosaic techniques while designing a handmade mirror embellished with colorful tiles. This seasonal adult workshop turns a creative evening into a festive, personalized home decor project.
Learn foundational mosaic techniques while designing a handmade mirror embellished with colorful tiles. This seasonal adult workshop turns a creative evening into a festive, personalized home decor project.
Practical strategies for spotting burnout early, setting clear boundaries, and building sustainable self care habits while supporting young people. Designed for adults working with youth who want healthier routines and long term impact.
Practical strategies for spotting burnout early, setting clear boundaries, and building sustainable self care habits while supporting young people. Designed for adults working with youth who want healthier routines and long term impact.
Practical strategies for spotting burnout early, setting clear boundaries, and building sustainable self care habits while supporting young people. Designed for adults working with youth who want healthier routines and long term impact.
Hands-on nature lesson on animal camouflage and survival tactics, led by naturalist and environmental educator Eric Young. Expect guided outdoor observation challenges on the arboretum grounds that sharpen spotting skills for hidden wildlife.
Hands-on nature lesson on animal camouflage and survival tactics, led by naturalist and environmental educator Eric Young. Expect guided outdoor observation challenges on the arboretum grounds that sharpen spotting skills for hidden wildlife.
Hands-on nature lesson on animal camouflage and survival tactics, led by naturalist and environmental educator Eric Young. Expect guided outdoor observation challenges on the arboretum grounds that sharpen spotting skills for hidden wildlife.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
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.
A hands-on art and design activity invites participants to build a quiet house, exploring architecture and creative making through an experimental, learning-centered approach inspired by Black Mountain College.
A hands-on art and design activity invites participants to build a quiet house, exploring architecture and creative making through an experimental, learning-centered approach inspired by Black Mountain College.
A hands-on art and design activity invites participants to build a quiet house, exploring architecture and creative making through an experimental, learning-centered approach inspired by Black Mountain College.
Shape wool into an adorable 10-inch snowman during a three-hour hands-on craft session. The finished seasonal decoration makes a cheerful holiday display or a handmade gift.
Shape wool into an adorable 10-inch snowman during a three-hour hands-on craft session. The finished seasonal decoration makes a cheerful holiday display or a handmade gift.
Shape wool into an adorable 10-inch snowman during a three-hour hands-on craft session. The finished seasonal decoration makes a cheerful holiday display or a handmade gift.