BearWise and FireWise: Coexistence with Nature in the Southern Appalachians
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.
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A guided springtime stroll through Asheville Botanical Garden focused on wildflower identification and local plant ecology with Dr. David Clarke. Expect slow-paced trail walking, field naturalist insights, and plenty of time for questions and close-up viewing.
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.
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A hands-on lecture and listening session focused on identifying Western North Carolina frogs by visual traits and distinct breeding calls. Learn seasonal calling patterns and how monitoring changes can signal climate impacts for citizen-science reporting.
A hands-on lecture and listening session focused on identifying Western North Carolina frogs by visual traits and distinct breeding calls. Learn seasonal calling patterns and how monitoring changes can signal climate impacts for citizen-science reporting.
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Hands-on tree identification class using bark, buds, and early leaf-out clues alongside field guides to spot common Western North Carolina species. A relaxed outdoor walk on easy trails and paved paths around the arboretum grounds.
Hands-on tree identification class using bark, buds, and early leaf-out clues alongside field guides to spot common Western North Carolina species. A relaxed outdoor walk on easy trails and paved paths around the arboretum grounds.
Hands-on tree identification class using bark, buds, and early leaf-out clues alongside field guides to spot common Western North Carolina species. A relaxed outdoor walk on easy trails and paved paths around the arboretum grounds.
Field-based drawing workshop in the Native Azalea Collection, combining close observation with basic plant-illustration techniques. Learn to identify native plant communities while making sketchbook studies outdoors in the Arboretum.
Field-based drawing workshop in the Native Azalea Collection, combining close observation with basic plant-illustration techniques. Learn to identify native plant communities while making sketchbook studies outdoors in the Arboretum.
Field-based drawing workshop in the Native Azalea Collection, combining close observation with basic plant-illustration techniques. Learn to identify native plant communities while making sketchbook studies outdoors in the Arboretum.
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.
Hands-on basket weaving with Appalachian kudzu vine, turning an invasive plant into a sturdy, functional handmade basket. Earthskills instructor Carleigh Fairchild guides materials prep, weaving technique, and finishing details.
Hands-on basket weaving with Appalachian kudzu vine, turning an invasive plant into a sturdy, functional handmade basket. Earthskills instructor Carleigh Fairchild guides materials prep, weaving technique, and finishing details.
Hands-on basket weaving with Appalachian kudzu vine, turning an invasive plant into a sturdy, functional handmade basket. Earthskills instructor Carleigh Fairchild guides materials prep, weaving technique, and finishing details.
Practical gardening seminar on deer resistant flowers, shrubs, and perennials that thrive in Western North Carolina. Learn proven deterrent strategies like natural and commercial repellents, fencing options, and wildlife smart garden design.
Practical gardening seminar on deer resistant flowers, shrubs, and perennials that thrive in Western North Carolina. Learn proven deterrent strategies like natural and commercial repellents, fencing options, and wildlife smart garden design.
Practical gardening seminar on deer resistant flowers, shrubs, and perennials that thrive in Western North Carolina. Learn proven deterrent strategies like natural and commercial repellents, fencing options, and wildlife smart garden design.
Interactive, hands-on gardening workshop focused on building living soil and boosting soil health through natural methods. Learn practical techniques to turn garden beds into a thriving soil ecosystem with expert guidance and demos.
Interactive, hands-on gardening workshop focused on building living soil and boosting soil health through natural methods. Learn practical techniques to turn garden beds into a thriving soil ecosystem with expert guidance and demos.
Interactive, hands-on gardening workshop focused on building living soil and boosting soil health through natural methods. Learn practical techniques to turn garden beds into a thriving soil ecosystem with expert guidance and demos.
Bonsai-focused experience in the Blue Ridge setting of the North Carolina Arboretum, blending garden immersion with practical instruction. Expect up-close viewing of miniature trees plus guidance on pruning, wiring, and long-term plant care.
Bonsai-focused experience in the Blue Ridge setting of the North Carolina Arboretum, blending garden immersion with practical instruction. Expect up-close viewing of miniature trees plus guidance on pruning, wiring, and long-term plant care.
Bonsai-focused experience in the Blue Ridge setting of the North Carolina Arboretum, blending garden immersion with practical instruction. Expect up-close viewing of miniature trees plus guidance on pruning, wiring, and long-term plant care.
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.
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.
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.
Guided neighborhood foraging walks identifying seasonal wild edibles while teaching safe harvesting, plant ID, and ethical foraging practices. Walks emphasize hands-on learning, community connection, and observation green spaces.
Guided neighborhood foraging walks identifying seasonal wild edibles while teaching safe harvesting, plant ID, and ethical foraging practices. Walks emphasize hands-on learning, community connection, and observation green spaces.
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Beginner botanical watercolor lessons focused on brushwork, layering, and experimental techniques to develop personal style. Four Tuesday morning sessions include all supplies, with students leaving each class with in progress or finished paintings.
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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.
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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 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.
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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.
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Hands-on outdoor service-learning field course focused on identifying and managing non-native invasive species in local habitats. Expect practical habitat management techniques, ecological context, and guided stewardship work in the field.
Hands-on outdoor service-learning field course focused on identifying and managing non-native invasive species in local habitats. Expect practical habitat management techniques, ecological context, and guided stewardship work in the field.
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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.
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