
No Time to Despair: Protecting Pollinators from Pesticides
An ecology focused talk in a botanical garden on how pesticides affect bees and other pollinators, with practical strategies for creating safer habitats. Expect science based guidance for gardeners and local environmental stewards.
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A practical deep-dive into Southern Appalachian soil types, what makes them thrive, and how to improve structure and fertility for healthier gardens and landscapes. Hosted in a botanical garden setting with region-specific tips for local growing conditions.

A practical deep-dive into Southern Appalachian soil types, what makes them thrive, and how to improve structure and fertility for healthier gardens and landscapes. Hosted in a botanical garden setting with region-specific tips for local growing conditions.
A practical deep-dive into Southern Appalachian soil types, what makes them thrive, and how to improve structure and fertility for healthier gardens and landscapes. Hosted in a botanical garden setting with region-specific tips for local growing conditions.
Hands-on build session creating a take-home bee hotel while learning about Western North Carolina’s native bee species and their habitat needs. Limited-capacity workshop at a local nursery focused on pollinator support and backyard conservation.
Hands-on build session creating a take-home bee hotel while learning about Western North Carolina’s native bee species and their habitat needs. Limited-capacity workshop at a local nursery focused on pollinator support and backyard conservation.
Hands-on build session creating a take-home bee hotel while learning about Western North Carolina’s native bee species and their habitat needs. Limited-capacity workshop at a local nursery focused on pollinator support and backyard conservation.

A science focused community talk on how urban forests support ecosystem services and climate resilience, and why tree canopy is often undervalued in development planning. Led by UNCA and MHU biology professors with Q and A discussion.

A science focused community talk on how urban forests support ecosystem services and climate resilience, and why tree canopy is often undervalued in development planning. Led by UNCA and MHU biology professors with Q and A discussion.
A science focused community talk on how urban forests support ecosystem services and climate resilience, and why tree canopy is often undervalued in development planning. Led by UNCA and MHU biology professors with Q and A discussion.

Hands on intro to rain gardens focused on capturing stormwater runoff while creating native plant habitat for birds and pollinators. Practical tips on site selection, soil and drainage, plant choices, and long term maintenance.

Hands on intro to rain gardens focused on capturing stormwater runoff while creating native plant habitat for birds and pollinators. Practical tips on site selection, soil and drainage, plant choices, and long term maintenance.
Hands on intro to rain gardens focused on capturing stormwater runoff while creating native plant habitat for birds and pollinators. Practical tips on site selection, soil and drainage, plant choices, and long term maintenance.

Field based botanizing focused on sedges, covering key ID features, habitat ecology, and how different Carex species function in local landscapes. Expect an outdoor walk through garden and wild settings with practical takeaways for gardeners and naturalists.

Field based botanizing focused on sedges, covering key ID features, habitat ecology, and how different Carex species function in local landscapes. Expect an outdoor walk through garden and wild settings with practical takeaways for gardeners and naturalists.
Field based botanizing focused on sedges, covering key ID features, habitat ecology, and how different Carex species function in local landscapes. Expect an outdoor walk through garden and wild settings with practical takeaways for gardeners and naturalists.

Hands-on wildflower gardening workshop paired with Land Trust Day community celebration, focused on native plant basics and conservation. Learn simple steps to start a pollinator-friendly garden while connecting with local land stewardship efforts.

Hands-on wildflower gardening workshop paired with Land Trust Day community celebration, focused on native plant basics and conservation. Learn simple steps to start a pollinator-friendly garden while connecting with local land stewardship efforts.
Hands-on wildflower gardening workshop paired with Land Trust Day community celebration, focused on native plant basics and conservation. Learn simple steps to start a pollinator-friendly garden while connecting with local land stewardship efforts.

A women focused talk on bird friendly gardening with practical tips for creating habitat using native plants. The evening wraps with casual mingling and community conversation after the speaker.

A women focused talk on bird friendly gardening with practical tips for creating habitat using native plants. The evening wraps with casual mingling and community conversation after the speaker.
A women focused talk on bird friendly gardening with practical tips for creating habitat using native plants. The evening wraps with casual mingling and community conversation after the speaker.

A monthly lunchtime talk and discussion on urban forests and the ecosystem services they provide, exploring how tree canopy and green infrastructure are often overlooked in development planning. Expect conservation focused community conversation and practical context for local policy.

A monthly lunchtime talk and discussion on urban forests and the ecosystem services they provide, exploring how tree canopy and green infrastructure are often overlooked in development planning. Expect conservation focused community conversation and practical context for local policy.
A monthly lunchtime talk and discussion on urban forests and the ecosystem services they provide, exploring how tree canopy and green infrastructure are often overlooked in development planning. Expect conservation focused community conversation and practical context for local policy.
Hands-on garden workshop covering dye plants, growing requirements, and how different species yield specific natural color palettes for fiber dyeing. Practical guidance on planning a dye garden and sourcing plants in an outdoor learning setting.
Hands-on garden workshop covering dye plants, growing requirements, and how different species yield specific natural color palettes for fiber dyeing. Practical guidance on planning a dye garden and sourcing plants in an outdoor learning setting.
Hands-on garden workshop covering dye plants, growing requirements, and how different species yield specific natural color palettes for fiber dyeing. Practical guidance on planning a dye garden and sourcing plants in an outdoor learning setting.

Beginner mycology course covering mushroom anatomy, fungal ecology, and key structures used for identification. Builds skills for recognizing mushroom diversity and using field guides without focusing on foraging or species specific IDs.

Beginner mycology course covering mushroom anatomy, fungal ecology, and key structures used for identification. Builds skills for recognizing mushroom diversity and using field guides without focusing on foraging or species specific IDs.
Beginner mycology course covering mushroom anatomy, fungal ecology, and key structures used for identification. Builds skills for recognizing mushroom diversity and using field guides without focusing on foraging or species specific IDs.

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.

Practical bear safety guidance for living and recreating in Western North Carolina, with strategies to prevent conflicts and protect wildlife. Learn BearWise habits for trash, food storage, and neighborhood awareness in bear country.

Practical bear safety guidance for living and recreating in Western North Carolina, with strategies to prevent conflicts and protect wildlife. Learn BearWise habits for trash, food storage, and neighborhood awareness in bear country.
Practical bear safety guidance for living and recreating in Western North Carolina, with strategies to prevent conflicts and protect wildlife. Learn BearWise habits for trash, food storage, and neighborhood awareness in bear country.

An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.

An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.
An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.

Field-based Appalachian foraging instruction focused on identifying seasonal edible plants and practicing ethical harvesting techniques. Expect guided walks with practical safety tips and a nature-immersed learning vibe.

Field-based Appalachian foraging instruction focused on identifying seasonal edible plants and practicing ethical harvesting techniques. Expect guided walks with practical safety tips and a nature-immersed learning vibe.
Field-based Appalachian foraging instruction focused on identifying seasonal edible plants and practicing ethical harvesting techniques. Expect guided walks with practical safety tips and a nature-immersed learning vibe.

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.

Practical educator training focused on environmental education methods, blending curriculum design with outdoor, place based activities. Ideal for teachers and facilitators seeking classroom ready tools for ecological literacy and field learning.

Practical educator training focused on environmental education methods, blending curriculum design with outdoor, place based activities. Ideal for teachers and facilitators seeking classroom ready tools for ecological literacy and field learning.
Practical educator training focused on environmental education methods, blending curriculum design with outdoor, place based activities. Ideal for teachers and facilitators seeking classroom ready tools for ecological literacy and field learning.

Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.

Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
A four hour commercial pesticide recertification workshop focused on maintaining licensure and safe application practices. Led by N.C. Cooperative Extension at the Buncombe County Center for working applicators needing continuing education.
A four hour commercial pesticide recertification workshop focused on maintaining licensure and safe application practices. Led by N.C. Cooperative Extension at the Buncombe County Center for working applicators needing continuing education.
A four hour commercial pesticide recertification workshop focused on maintaining licensure and safe application practices. Led by N.C. Cooperative Extension at the Buncombe County Center for working applicators needing continuing education.

A free outdoor honey and pollinator festival with 50+ local vendors spanning artists, makers, bakers, and beekeepers. Browse native plant sales and sample local and international honeys for a sweet, family friendly afternoon.

A free outdoor honey and pollinator festival with 50+ local vendors spanning artists, makers, bakers, and beekeepers. Browse native plant sales and sample local and international honeys for a sweet, family friendly afternoon.
A free outdoor honey and pollinator festival with 50+ local vendors spanning artists, makers, bakers, and beekeepers. Browse native plant sales and sample local and international honeys for a sweet, family friendly afternoon.

Hands-on dusk foraging walks exploring edible wild plants and mushrooms around Asheville, led by local guides who teach identification, sustainable harvesting, and seasonal ethnobotanical uses.

Hands-on dusk foraging walks exploring edible wild plants and mushrooms around Asheville, led by local guides who teach identification, sustainable harvesting, and seasonal ethnobotanical uses.
Hands-on dusk foraging walks exploring edible wild plants and mushrooms around Asheville, led by local guides who teach identification, sustainable harvesting, and seasonal ethnobotanical uses.