WNC Sierra Club Sept. 2nd Meeting: Birds We Love
A Blue Ridge Audubon talk dives into western North Carolina birds—why they matter, what they eat, and how native plants support habitat amid climate change and migration. Wraps with bird ID tips plus photos and songs from two dozen local species.
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An Audubon-led talk dives into western North Carolina birds—habitat needs, native plant food sources, migration patterns, and practical bird ID tips. Wraps with photos and recorded songs from two dozen-plus local species in a UNCA classroom meetup.
An Audubon-led talk dives into western North Carolina birds—habitat needs, native plant food sources, migration patterns, and practical bird ID tips. Wraps with photos and recorded songs from two dozen-plus local species in a UNCA classroom meetup.
An Audubon-led talk dives into western North Carolina birds—habitat needs, native plant food sources, migration patterns, and practical bird ID tips. Wraps with photos and recorded songs from two dozen-plus local species in a UNCA classroom meetup.
Seasonal birding walk focused on September fall migration, spotting warblers, hawks, and other songbirds moving through the Hickory Nut Gap landscape. Expect binocular-friendly wildlife viewing, field ID tips, and a relaxed pace for all levels.
Seasonal birding walk focused on September fall migration, spotting warblers, hawks, and other songbirds moving through the Hickory Nut Gap landscape. Expect binocular-friendly wildlife viewing, field ID tips, and a relaxed pace for all levels.
Seasonal birding walk focused on September fall migration, spotting warblers, hawks, and other songbirds moving through the Hickory Nut Gap landscape. Expect binocular-friendly wildlife viewing, field ID tips, and a relaxed pace for all levels.
Fall birdwatching outing timed for peak sparrow migration in the Hickory Nut Gap landscape near Fairview. Expect a guided nature walk focused on identification tips, seasonal behavior, and shared sightings in a small-group setting.
Fall birdwatching outing timed for peak sparrow migration in the Hickory Nut Gap landscape near Fairview. Expect a guided nature walk focused on identification tips, seasonal behavior, and shared sightings in a small-group setting.
Fall birdwatching outing timed for peak sparrow migration in the Hickory Nut Gap landscape near Fairview. Expect a guided nature walk focused on identification tips, seasonal behavior, and shared sightings in a small-group setting.
Monthly women’s gathering centered on bird friendly gardening, with a guest speaker and practical nature focused tips. Conversation continues afterward as attendees linger to mingle at the community center.
Monthly women’s gathering centered on bird friendly gardening, with a guest speaker and practical nature focused tips. Conversation continues afterward as attendees linger to mingle at the community center.
Monthly women’s gathering centered on bird friendly gardening, with a guest speaker and practical nature focused tips. Conversation continues afterward as attendees linger to mingle at the community center.
An outdoor nature talk centered on monarch butterflies, tracing their epic migration and the habitats that sustain them. Expect practical pollinator and garden stewardship insights with local ecology context in a botanical garden setting.
An outdoor nature talk centered on monarch butterflies, tracing their epic migration and the habitats that sustain them. Expect practical pollinator and garden stewardship insights with local ecology context in a botanical garden setting.
An outdoor nature talk centered on monarch butterflies, tracing their epic migration and the habitats that sustain them. Expect practical pollinator and garden stewardship insights with local ecology context in a botanical garden setting.
In-the-field birdwatching course at Grandfather Mountain centered on the wonders of seasonal migration. Expect naturalist-led identification practice, migration ecology insights, and time outdoors scanning ridgelines and forests for traveling species.
In-the-field birdwatching course at Grandfather Mountain centered on the wonders of seasonal migration. Expect naturalist-led identification practice, migration ecology insights, and time outdoors scanning ridgelines and forests for traveling species.
In-the-field birdwatching course at Grandfather Mountain centered on the wonders of seasonal migration. Expect naturalist-led identification practice, migration ecology insights, and time outdoors scanning ridgelines and forests for traveling species.
Leisurely lakeside walk along Lake Julian's shore to spot waterfowl, warblers, and raptors; suitable for beginners to advanced birders and kids ages 5+, with limited binoculars available—free but registration required.
Leisurely lakeside walk along Lake Julian's shore to spot waterfowl, warblers, and raptors; suitable for beginners to advanced birders and kids ages 5+, with limited binoculars available—free but registration required.
Leisurely lakeside walk along Lake Julian's shore to spot waterfowl, warblers, and raptors; suitable for beginners to advanced birders and kids ages 5+, with limited binoculars available—free but registration required.
A 35th anniversary celebration centered on backyard birding and the local bird lover community. Expect a casual drop in gathering at a specialty bird and nature shop with bird feeding talk and neighborly vibes.
A 35th anniversary celebration centered on backyard birding and the local bird lover community. Expect a casual drop in gathering at a specialty bird and nature shop with bird feeding talk and neighborly vibes.
A 35th anniversary celebration centered on backyard birding and the local bird lover community. Expect a casual drop in gathering at a specialty bird and nature shop with bird feeding talk and neighborly vibes.
A fall birding gathering at Chimney Rock State Park with wildlife watching and outdoor exploration in the Hickory Nut Gorge. Expect guided spotting of migrating raptors and songbirds alongside nature talks and community meetup vibes.
A fall birding gathering at Chimney Rock State Park with wildlife watching and outdoor exploration in the Hickory Nut Gorge. Expect guided spotting of migrating raptors and songbirds alongside nature talks and community meetup vibes.
A fall birding gathering at Chimney Rock State Park with wildlife watching and outdoor exploration in the Hickory Nut Gorge. Expect guided spotting of migrating raptors and songbirds alongside nature talks and community meetup vibes.
An annual community meeting focused on permanently affordable housing and land trust strategies in Old Fort and across Western North Carolina. Hear updates, connect with local partners, and learn practical ways to support long term housing stability.
An annual community meeting focused on permanently affordable housing and land trust strategies in Old Fort and across Western North Carolina. Hear updates, connect with local partners, and learn practical ways to support long term housing stability.
An annual community meeting focused on permanently affordable housing and land trust strategies in Old Fort and across Western North Carolina. Hear updates, connect with local partners, and learn practical ways to support long term housing stability.
Casual conservation themed happy hour in Black Mountain’s Old Town District, blending laid back drinks and conversation with local environmental advocacy. A social mixer geared toward meeting neighbors and connecting around sustainability efforts.
Casual conservation themed happy hour in Black Mountain’s Old Town District, blending laid back drinks and conversation with local environmental advocacy. A social mixer geared toward meeting neighbors and connecting around sustainability efforts.
Casual conservation themed happy hour in Black Mountain’s Old Town District, blending laid back drinks and conversation with local environmental advocacy. A social mixer geared toward meeting neighbors and connecting around sustainability efforts.
Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
Civic training session on serving as a Buncombe County poll observer, with a clear walkthrough of guidelines, rules, and expectations. Live Q and A plus registration details for county residents interested in supporting local elections.
Civic training session on serving as a Buncombe County poll observer, with a clear walkthrough of guidelines, rules, and expectations. Live Q and A plus registration details for county residents interested in supporting local elections.
Civic training session on serving as a Buncombe County poll observer, with a clear walkthrough of guidelines, rules, and expectations. Live Q and A plus registration details for county residents interested in supporting local elections.
Nature photography gathering centered on Western North Carolina’s dramatic mountains, waterfalls, cliffs, old growth trees, and rich botanical diversity. Expect a community meetup vibe with inspiration, learning, and shared appreciation for Appalachian landscapes and wildlife.
Nature photography gathering centered on Western North Carolina’s dramatic mountains, waterfalls, cliffs, old growth trees, and rich botanical diversity. Expect a community meetup vibe with inspiration, learning, and shared appreciation for Appalachian landscapes and wildlife.
Nature photography gathering centered on Western North Carolina’s dramatic mountains, waterfalls, cliffs, old growth trees, and rich botanical diversity. Expect a community meetup vibe with inspiration, learning, and shared appreciation for Appalachian landscapes and wildlife.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting at the courthouse for public governance and local decision making. Expect agenda items, formal votes, and opportunities to follow county policy discussions in person.
Docent-led walk through themed garden beds like the WNC Native Garden, Rose and Cottage gardens, Pollinator and Vegetable gardens, plus the compost area and sun and shade plantings. Practical horticulture tips and seasonal growing insights throughout the tour.
Docent-led walk through themed garden beds like the WNC Native Garden, Rose and Cottage gardens, Pollinator and Vegetable gardens, plus the compost area and sun and shade plantings. Practical horticulture tips and seasonal growing insights throughout the tour.
Docent-led walk through themed garden beds like the WNC Native Garden, Rose and Cottage gardens, Pollinator and Vegetable gardens, plus the compost area and sun and shade plantings. Practical horticulture tips and seasonal growing insights throughout the tour.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
A relaxed neighborhood garden walk through West Asheville, with chances to see locally grown flowers, shrubs, and creative yard landscapes up close. Wander at your own pace and chat with neighbors while exploring different garden styles.
Midweek community gathering to meet neighbors, share local resources, and connect people who need help with those offering services. Open public meeting geared toward Swannanoa community support and mutual aid.
Midweek community gathering to meet neighbors, share local resources, and connect people who need help with those offering services. Open public meeting geared toward Swannanoa community support and mutual aid.
Midweek community gathering to meet neighbors, share local resources, and connect people who need help with those offering services. Open public meeting geared toward Swannanoa community support and mutual aid.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.
Learn how Asheville Buncombe Community Land Trust’s model creates permanently affordable homes through shared equity and stewardship. The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.
An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.
An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.
An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.