Streams & Creeks of the Arboretum
Lauren leads a guided nature walk along forested streams and creeks, examining aquatic life, erosion dynamics, and riparian plants to reveal how waterways support the arboretum’s biodiversity and overall park ecology.
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Stroll the Arboretum with staff naturalists, identifying plants, spotting wildlife, and interpreting animal signs during a two hour exploratory outdoor walk that adapts to seasonal findings and participant questions.
Stroll the Arboretum with staff naturalists, identifying plants, spotting wildlife, and interpreting animal signs during a two hour exploratory outdoor walk that adapts to seasonal findings and participant questions.
Stroll the Arboretum with staff naturalists, identifying plants, spotting wildlife, and interpreting animal signs during a two hour exploratory outdoor walk that adapts to seasonal findings and participant questions.
Guided outdoor tour of 12 Thomas Dambo troll sculptures tying each installation to specific environmental conservation topics; Lauren Lampley leads interpretive discussions along easy trails and paved walkways.
Guided outdoor tour of 12 Thomas Dambo troll sculptures tying each installation to specific environmental conservation topics; Lauren Lampley leads interpretive discussions along easy trails and paved walkways.
Guided outdoor tour of 12 Thomas Dambo troll sculptures tying each installation to specific environmental conservation topics; Lauren Lampley leads interpretive discussions along easy trails and paved walkways.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Demonstrations with wild birds and indoor live raptor presentations accompany guided bird walks through winter sparse gardens, plus a local bird art market; participants are invited to contribute sightings to the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Demonstrations with wild birds and indoor live raptor presentations accompany guided bird walks through winter sparse gardens, plus a local bird art market; participants are invited to contribute sightings to the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Demonstrations with wild birds and indoor live raptor presentations accompany guided bird walks through winter sparse gardens, plus a local bird art market; participants are invited to contribute sightings to the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Four-hour introductory geology course covering Earth’s interior, plate tectonics, and a formation model for the Southern Appalachian Mountains, combining lectures, discussions, and self-guided field explorations.
Four-hour introductory geology course covering Earth’s interior, plate tectonics, and a formation model for the Southern Appalachian Mountains, combining lectures, discussions, and self-guided field explorations.
Four-hour introductory geology course covering Earth’s interior, plate tectonics, and a formation model for the Southern Appalachian Mountains, combining lectures, discussions, and self-guided field explorations.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands-on introduction to eBird and Merlin for birders at all levels, covering checklist creation, location tagging, and using sightings to contribute to citizen science data. Practical demos and Q&A at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Hands-on introduction to eBird and Merlin for birders at all levels, covering checklist creation, location tagging, and using sightings to contribute to citizen science data. Practical demos and Q&A at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Hands-on introduction to eBird and Merlin for birders at all levels, covering checklist creation, location tagging, and using sightings to contribute to citizen science data. Practical demos and Q&A at the North Carolina Arboretum.
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.
Guided winter bird walk across Hickory Nut Gap’s farm pastures and woodlots, spotting sparrows, raptors, and winter migrants while learning binocular techniques, field identification tips, and habitat cues from experienced naturalists.
Guided winter bird walk across Hickory Nut Gap’s farm pastures and woodlots, spotting sparrows, raptors, and winter migrants while learning binocular techniques, field identification tips, and habitat cues from experienced naturalists.
Guided winter bird walk across Hickory Nut Gap’s farm pastures and woodlots, spotting sparrows, raptors, and winter migrants while learning binocular techniques, field identification tips, and habitat cues from experienced naturalists.
Guided dusk birdwatching along easy paved trails to listen for American Woodcock and possible Barn Owl; bring binoculars to spot migratory songbirds and learn identification tips from naturalist Shane Myers.
Guided dusk birdwatching along easy paved trails to listen for American Woodcock and possible Barn Owl; bring binoculars to spot migratory songbirds and learn identification tips from naturalist Shane Myers.
Guided dusk birdwatching along easy paved trails to listen for American Woodcock and possible Barn Owl; bring binoculars to spot migratory songbirds and learn identification tips from naturalist Shane Myers.
Explores extreme courtship displays and bizarre reproductive strategies across global bird species, with illustrated lecture examples and discussion. Ideal for ornithology enthusiasts seeking natural history insights at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Explores extreme courtship displays and bizarre reproductive strategies across global bird species, with illustrated lecture examples and discussion. Ideal for ornithology enthusiasts seeking natural history insights at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Explores extreme courtship displays and bizarre reproductive strategies across global bird species, with illustrated lecture examples and discussion. Ideal for ornithology enthusiasts seeking natural history insights at the North Carolina Arboretum.
Leisurely garden-to-pond stroll through the NC Arboretum along Running Cedar Road and Wesley Branch Trail to Lower Willow Pond. Meet at Baker Visitor Center at noon; dress for weather and bring water.
Leisurely garden-to-pond stroll through the NC Arboretum along Running Cedar Road and Wesley Branch Trail to Lower Willow Pond. Meet at Baker Visitor Center at noon; dress for weather and bring water.
Leisurely garden-to-pond stroll through the NC Arboretum along Running Cedar Road and Wesley Branch Trail to Lower Willow Pond. Meet at Baker Visitor Center at noon; dress for weather and bring water.
Moonlit forest trek to glimpse bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies during a guided night hike, focusing on quiet, dim light viewing and naturalist interpretation of seasonal mating displays.
Moonlit forest trek to glimpse bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies during a guided night hike, focusing on quiet, dim light viewing and naturalist interpretation of seasonal mating displays.
Moonlit forest trek to glimpse bioluminescent blue ghost fireflies during a guided night hike, focusing on quiet, dim light viewing and naturalist interpretation of seasonal mating displays.
Peaceful lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska led by Marga Fripp of the Pollinators Foundation, focusing on calm, rejuvenation and informal pollinator education; free weekly drop in walks for all ability levels.
Peaceful lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska led by Marga Fripp of the Pollinators Foundation, focusing on calm, rejuvenation and informal pollinator education; free weekly drop in walks for all ability levels.
Peaceful lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska led by Marga Fripp of the Pollinators Foundation, focusing on calm, rejuvenation and informal pollinator education; free weekly drop in walks for all ability levels.
Forest trails come alive with giant handcrafted trolls tucked among rhododendron and maple, turning a group hike into a playful scavenger hunt for art, nature connection, and social outdoor camaraderie.
Forest trails come alive with giant handcrafted trolls tucked among rhododendron and maple, turning a group hike into a playful scavenger hunt for art, nature connection, and social outdoor camaraderie.
Forest trails come alive with giant handcrafted trolls tucked among rhododendron and maple, turning a group hike into a playful scavenger hunt for art, nature connection, and social outdoor camaraderie.
Hands-on evening foraging walk through Asheville woodlands and greenways, identifying wild edibles and seasonal plant uses; expert guided plant identification, sustainable harvesting tips, and safety practices for beginner foragers.
Hands-on evening foraging walk through Asheville woodlands and greenways, identifying wild edibles and seasonal plant uses; expert guided plant identification, sustainable harvesting tips, and safety practices for beginner foragers.
Hands-on evening foraging walk through Asheville woodlands and greenways, identifying wild edibles and seasonal plant uses; expert guided plant identification, sustainable harvesting tips, and safety practices for beginner foragers.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.
Twelve life-sized troll sculptures crafted from fallen branches and wooden pallets invite hands-on interaction and contemplative reflection on human life along the NC Arboretum's woodland trails for all ages.
Twelve life-sized troll sculptures crafted from fallen branches and wooden pallets invite hands-on interaction and contemplative reflection on human life along the NC Arboretum's woodland trails for all ages.
Twelve life-sized troll sculptures crafted from fallen branches and wooden pallets invite hands-on interaction and contemplative reflection on human life along the NC Arboretum's woodland trails for all ages.