Nature Journaling with Sue Dolamore
Hands-on nature journaling practice focused on sketching plants, capturing small botanical details, and sharpening observation skills. Work through simple, beginner-friendly techniques in a plant-filled nursery environment.
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Hands-on guidance for building a thriving vegetable garden by boosting biodiversity, from companion planting to habitat for beneficial insects and pollinators. Practical, planet-friendly tips shared in a working plant nursery setting.

Hands-on guidance for building a thriving vegetable garden by boosting biodiversity, from companion planting to habitat for beneficial insects and pollinators. Practical, planet-friendly tips shared in a working plant nursery setting.
Hands-on guidance for building a thriving vegetable garden by boosting biodiversity, from companion planting to habitat for beneficial insects and pollinators. Practical, planet-friendly tips shared in a working plant nursery setting.

Guided, hands on art class exploring seasonal flora and fauna through observational sketching and nature inspired techniques on the WNC Nature Center grounds; ideal for beginners and anyone seeking outdoor, creative study.

Guided, hands on art class exploring seasonal flora and fauna through observational sketching and nature inspired techniques on the WNC Nature Center grounds; ideal for beginners and anyone seeking outdoor, creative study.
Guided, hands on art class exploring seasonal flora and fauna through observational sketching and nature inspired techniques on the WNC Nature Center grounds; ideal for beginners and anyone seeking outdoor, creative study.

A guided spring walk on arboretum trails focused on ephemeral wildflowers that bloom fast before canopy trees leaf out. Learn identification tips and life cycle timing while spotting early-season forest flowers.

A guided spring walk on arboretum trails focused on ephemeral wildflowers that bloom fast before canopy trees leaf out. Learn identification tips and life cycle timing while spotting early-season forest flowers.
A guided spring walk on arboretum trails focused on ephemeral wildflowers that bloom fast before canopy trees leaf out. Learn identification tips and life cycle timing while spotting early-season forest flowers.

Beginner friendly hands-on field workshop focused on nature photography in Linville, combining outdoor composition techniques, natural light mastery, and landscape and close-up shots across forests and overlooks over a weekend.

Beginner friendly hands-on field workshop focused on nature photography in Linville, combining outdoor composition techniques, natural light mastery, and landscape and close-up shots across forests and overlooks over a weekend.
Beginner friendly hands-on field workshop focused on nature photography in Linville, combining outdoor composition techniques, natural light mastery, and landscape and close-up shots across forests and overlooks over a weekend.

Hands-on field identification of common native cool and warm season grasses using dry samples and habitat observations, with practical tips for choosing species for home landscapes and supporting grass skippers and other butterflies.

Hands-on field identification of common native cool and warm season grasses using dry samples and habitat observations, with practical tips for choosing species for home landscapes and supporting grass skippers and other butterflies.
Hands-on field identification of common native cool and warm season grasses using dry samples and habitat observations, with practical tips for choosing species for home landscapes and supporting grass skippers and other butterflies.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Practical guidance on integrating native perennials, shrubs, and pollinator friendly groundcovers into suburban home landscapes, led by N.C. Cooperative Extension educators; includes site assessment, plant selection, and maintenance tips.
Practical guidance on integrating native perennials, shrubs, and pollinator friendly groundcovers into suburban home landscapes, led by N.C. Cooperative Extension educators; includes site assessment, plant selection, and maintenance tips.
Practical guidance on integrating native perennials, shrubs, and pollinator friendly groundcovers into suburban home landscapes, led by N.C. Cooperative Extension educators; includes site assessment, plant selection, and maintenance tips.
Hands on terrarium building workshop with demonstrations of terrarium tools and step by step instruction for creating your own mini glass ecosystem; ideal for beginners learning plant selection, layering techniques, and basic care.
Hands on terrarium building workshop with demonstrations of terrarium tools and step by step instruction for creating your own mini glass ecosystem; ideal for beginners learning plant selection, layering techniques, and basic care.
Hands on terrarium building workshop with demonstrations of terrarium tools and step by step instruction for creating your own mini glass ecosystem; ideal for beginners learning plant selection, layering techniques, and basic care.
Weeklong spring break program for youth exploring forest trails, gardens, and hands-on nature activities—wildlife observation, plant identification, and basic outdoor skills. Includes creative nature journaling, team games, and stewardship projects.
Weeklong spring break program for youth exploring forest trails, gardens, and hands-on nature activities—wildlife observation, plant identification, and basic outdoor skills. Includes creative nature journaling, team games, and stewardship projects.
Weeklong spring break program for youth exploring forest trails, gardens, and hands-on nature activities—wildlife observation, plant identification, and basic outdoor skills. Includes creative nature journaling, team games, and stewardship projects.

Hands-on gardening seminar focused on selecting, planting, and caring for conifers that thrive in Western North Carolina’s mountain climate. Learn how evergreens add privacy, texture, winter interest, and bold landscape structure year-round.

Hands-on gardening seminar focused on selecting, planting, and caring for conifers that thrive in Western North Carolina’s mountain climate. Learn how evergreens add privacy, texture, winter interest, and bold landscape structure year-round.
Hands-on gardening seminar focused on selecting, planting, and caring for conifers that thrive in Western North Carolina’s mountain climate. Learn how evergreens add privacy, texture, winter interest, and bold landscape structure year-round.

Delicate wet on wet watercolor instruction focused on spring meadow florals and small study compositions, combining step by step demos and hands on practice for beginners in a relaxed community art studio.

Delicate wet on wet watercolor instruction focused on spring meadow florals and small study compositions, combining step by step demos and hands on practice for beginners in a relaxed community art studio.
Delicate wet on wet watercolor instruction focused on spring meadow florals and small study compositions, combining step by step demos and hands on practice for beginners in a relaxed community art studio.
Hands-on beginner class on identifying Blue Ridge Mountain mushrooms with certified wild foragers, focusing on key field marks and local species. Ideal for new foragers wanting practical, safety-minded ID skills.
Hands-on beginner class on identifying Blue Ridge Mountain mushrooms with certified wild foragers, focusing on key field marks and local species. Ideal for new foragers wanting practical, safety-minded ID skills.
Hands-on beginner class on identifying Blue Ridge Mountain mushrooms with certified wild foragers, focusing on key field marks and local species. Ideal for new foragers wanting practical, safety-minded ID skills.

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.
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.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.

Gentle guided nature walk for young naturalists at the WNC Nature Center, exploring habitats, spotting native wildlife, and taking part in hands on animal themed activities designed for preschool and early elementary kids.

Gentle guided nature walk for young naturalists at the WNC Nature Center, exploring habitats, spotting native wildlife, and taking part in hands on animal themed activities designed for preschool and early elementary kids.
Gentle guided nature walk for young naturalists at the WNC Nature Center, exploring habitats, spotting native wildlife, and taking part in hands on animal themed activities designed for preschool and early elementary kids.

Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.

Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Hands-on foraging workshop teaching identification and preparation of local native and nonnative plants into a delicious edible treat, led by Julie Fox Jones of WildKitchen Supply for beginner friendly wild-food skill building.
Hands-on foraging workshop teaching identification and preparation of local native and nonnative plants into a delicious edible treat, led by Julie Fox Jones of WildKitchen Supply for beginner friendly wild-food skill building.
Hands-on foraging workshop teaching identification and preparation of local native and nonnative plants into a delicious edible treat, led by Julie Fox Jones of WildKitchen Supply for beginner friendly wild-food skill building.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.