
7th Annual Great Buzz Gathering
Immersive community gathering centered on biodiversity, native plants, and pollinator protection, with practical conservation guidance for beginners and seasoned environmentalists interested in bees, butterflies, and habitat stewardship.
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Celebrate community driven biodiversity at Devil's Foot Brewery with native plant gardening tips, conservation talks, and hands on ways to support bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators in a lively taproom setting.

Celebrate community driven biodiversity at Devil's Foot Brewery with native plant gardening tips, conservation talks, and hands on ways to support bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators in a lively taproom setting.
Celebrate community driven biodiversity at Devil's Foot Brewery with native plant gardening tips, conservation talks, and hands on ways to support bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators in a lively taproom setting.
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.
Transformative earthskills immersion in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 300+ hands on classes, nightly communal music, and intergenerational camping at Wild Human Preserve for skill building, nature connection, and community.
Transformative earthskills immersion in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 300+ hands on classes, nightly communal music, and intergenerational camping at Wild Human Preserve for skill building, nature connection, and community.
Transformative earthskills immersion in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 300+ hands on classes, nightly communal music, and intergenerational camping at Wild Human Preserve for skill building, nature connection, and community.
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.

Neighborhood Pi Day pie bake off in a lively taproom where amateur bakers present sweet and savory pies for community judging and mingling over Devil's Foot beverages.

Neighborhood Pi Day pie bake off in a lively taproom where amateur bakers present sweet and savory pies for community judging and mingling over Devil's Foot beverages.
Neighborhood Pi Day pie bake off in a lively taproom where amateur bakers present sweet and savory pies for community judging and mingling over Devil's Foot beverages.

Monthly science salon delivering expert-led talks with vivid research visuals and a lively Q and A, followed by taproom mingling over beer, wine, or soda. Cultivates curiosity and community through enthusiastic, accessible presentations.

Monthly science salon delivering expert-led talks with vivid research visuals and a lively Q and A, followed by taproom mingling over beer, wine, or soda. Cultivates curiosity and community through enthusiastic, accessible presentations.
Monthly science salon delivering expert-led talks with vivid research visuals and a lively Q and A, followed by taproom mingling over beer, wine, or soda. Cultivates curiosity and community through enthusiastic, accessible presentations.
Hands on spring planting of native seeds and seedlings to restore a neighborhood garden, combining community volunteerism with family friendly outdoor education and skill sharing at the Verner Center for Early Learning.
Hands on spring planting of native seeds and seedlings to restore a neighborhood garden, combining community volunteerism with family friendly outdoor education and skill sharing at the Verner Center for Early Learning.
Hands on spring planting of native seeds and seedlings to restore a neighborhood garden, combining community volunteerism with family friendly outdoor education and skill sharing at the Verner Center for Early Learning.

Female-led pop up market of local makers and women vendors at The Mule, offering handmade goods, gifts, and community shopping to support small businesses for International Women's Day.

Female-led pop up market of local makers and women vendors at The Mule, offering handmade goods, gifts, and community shopping to support small businesses for International Women's Day.
Female-led pop up market of local makers and women vendors at The Mule, offering handmade goods, gifts, and community shopping to support small businesses for International Women's Day.
Practical native plant and invasive removal guidance to attract and sustain songbirds, with plant lists, seasonal planting tips, and backyard habitat planning in a hands on workshop at Wild Birds Unlimited.
Practical native plant and invasive removal guidance to attract and sustain songbirds, with plant lists, seasonal planting tips, and backyard habitat planning in a hands on workshop at Wild Birds Unlimited.
Practical native plant and invasive removal guidance to attract and sustain songbirds, with plant lists, seasonal planting tips, and backyard habitat planning in a hands on workshop at Wild Birds Unlimited.
Hands-on workshop covering native plant selection, soil health, water-wise planting, and pollinator habitat creation, equipping home gardeners with practical, low-maintenance techniques to build resilient, wildlife-friendly landscapes.
Hands-on workshop covering native plant selection, soil health, water-wise planting, and pollinator habitat creation, equipping home gardeners with practical, low-maintenance techniques to build resilient, wildlife-friendly landscapes.
Hands-on workshop covering native plant selection, soil health, water-wise planting, and pollinator habitat creation, equipping home gardeners with practical, low-maintenance techniques to build resilient, wildlife-friendly landscapes.

High energy Jeopardy-style tournament across three weekly qualifier nights leading to a Final Jeopardy championship; teams compete in buzzer-style rounds to earn top-two spots and advance to the grand final.

High energy Jeopardy-style tournament across three weekly qualifier nights leading to a Final Jeopardy championship; teams compete in buzzer-style rounds to earn top-two spots and advance to the grand final.
High energy Jeopardy-style tournament across three weekly qualifier nights leading to a Final Jeopardy championship; teams compete in buzzer-style rounds to earn top-two spots and advance to the grand final.
Hands on seed starting workshop focused on sowing flower, herb, and vegetable varieties for spring, with practical potting, timing tips, and cultivar selection guidance for beginner home gardeners.
Hands on seed starting workshop focused on sowing flower, herb, and vegetable varieties for spring, with practical potting, timing tips, and cultivar selection guidance for beginner home gardeners.
Hands on seed starting workshop focused on sowing flower, herb, and vegetable varieties for spring, with practical potting, timing tips, and cultivar selection guidance for beginner home gardeners.
Six day gathering centered on practical natural health with interactive nutrition workshops, herbal remedy demonstrations, and a vendor marketplace of sustainable living goods; community talks emphasize plant based nutrition and low impact lifestyle practices.
Six day gathering centered on practical natural health with interactive nutrition workshops, herbal remedy demonstrations, and a vendor marketplace of sustainable living goods; community talks emphasize plant based nutrition and low impact lifestyle practices.
Six day gathering centered on practical natural health with interactive nutrition workshops, herbal remedy demonstrations, and a vendor marketplace of sustainable living goods; community talks emphasize plant based nutrition and low impact lifestyle practices.

Hands-on workshop teaching how to assemble compact first aid kits tailored to herbalists and survivalists, blending wilderness first aid protocols with herb based remedies, trauma care supplies, and lightweight packing strategies.

Hands-on workshop teaching how to assemble compact first aid kits tailored to herbalists and survivalists, blending wilderness first aid protocols with herb based remedies, trauma care supplies, and lightweight packing strategies.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to assemble compact first aid kits tailored to herbalists and survivalists, blending wilderness first aid protocols with herb based remedies, trauma care supplies, and lightweight packing strategies.

Hands-on fruit tree pruning workshop teaching seasonal cuts and shaping for apples, pears, persimmons, pawpaws, blueberries, and mulberry, followed by a live demonstration in Tempie Avery Park; bring pruning tools for practice.

Hands-on fruit tree pruning workshop teaching seasonal cuts and shaping for apples, pears, persimmons, pawpaws, blueberries, and mulberry, followed by a live demonstration in Tempie Avery Park; bring pruning tools for practice.
Hands-on fruit tree pruning workshop teaching seasonal cuts and shaping for apples, pears, persimmons, pawpaws, blueberries, and mulberry, followed by a live demonstration in Tempie Avery Park; bring pruning tools for practice.
Heartfelt community forum for animal rescuers and adopters, with practical talks on fostering, rehabilitation, and adoption strategies, plus networking and volunteer signups set in a rustic barn at Tall Oaks.
Heartfelt community forum for animal rescuers and adopters, with practical talks on fostering, rehabilitation, and adoption strategies, plus networking and volunteer signups set in a rustic barn at Tall Oaks.
Heartfelt community forum for animal rescuers and adopters, with practical talks on fostering, rehabilitation, and adoption strategies, plus networking and volunteer signups set in a rustic barn at Tall Oaks.

Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.

Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.
Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.

Evening creekside bonfires and seasonal rituals mark the Spring Equinox weekend at Firelight at Shope Creek, with flickering firelight, acoustic gatherings, and community outdoor celebrations welcoming all ages.

Evening creekside bonfires and seasonal rituals mark the Spring Equinox weekend at Firelight at Shope Creek, with flickering firelight, acoustic gatherings, and community outdoor celebrations welcoming all ages.
Evening creekside bonfires and seasonal rituals mark the Spring Equinox weekend at Firelight at Shope Creek, with flickering firelight, acoustic gatherings, and community outdoor celebrations welcoming all ages.

Immersive nature-inspired installations blend textured botanical palettes, wildlife motifs, and layered ambient sound to create contemplative contemporary visual experiences; an evening gallery opening spotlighting local and regional artists exploring human nature resonance.

Immersive nature-inspired installations blend textured botanical palettes, wildlife motifs, and layered ambient sound to create contemplative contemporary visual experiences; an evening gallery opening spotlighting local and regional artists exploring human nature resonance.
Immersive nature-inspired installations blend textured botanical palettes, wildlife motifs, and layered ambient sound to create contemplative contemporary visual experiences; an evening gallery opening spotlighting local and regional artists exploring human nature resonance.

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.