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Thursday,
September
2, 2010
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2214 Tar Kiln Drive
Preschoolers will have a chance to discover nature while making new friends. A new topic will be explored each session through stories, crafts, and activities. Pre-registration is requested.
3-6 yrs with a parent; 10:30-11:30 am; Free; Register by the Tues. before the program none. Parking Fee: none.
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100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Location: The North Carolina Arboretum $19 Member/$23 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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Saturday,
September
4, 2010
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2112 County Park Dr.
Birding often requires us to use our ears as well as our eyes. See how well you can identify birds by listening to their calls as we brush up on some common bird songs heard by our year round resident birds as well as those that are only found during the breeding season. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Meet at the Playground. $3/person or $5/family. Parking Fee: none. (919)387-4342.
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2112 County Park Dr.
We’ve all seen them – call them roly polys or pill bugs; these isopods are fun to investigate and study! Learn what an isopod is as we collect pill bugs to do some really cool activities and experiments designed to explore the lowly, yet fascinating, world of the pill bug! Meet at the Amphitheater. $3/person or $5/family. Parking Fee: none. (919)387-4342.
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4620 Lake Wheeler Road
Come out to Yates Mill Pond for a morning canoe float. After basic instructions participants will be able to "paddle the pond" and explore its many fascinating features as seen only from the water. Canoes, paddles, and lifejackets will be provided. Prior canoeing and swimming experience is desired but not required. $5 per person or $10 per boat. 919-856-6675.
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1400 Aviation Parkway
Meet at the Waterwise Garden (1st parking lot on right). Join our bird enthusiast, Vernon, for an easy walk while looking and listening for our feathered friends. Discover different types of birds and thier habitats. No preregistration required. Program is Free. Program is conducted every 1st Saturday of each month FREE 919-460-2723.
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1400 Aviation Parkway
Join our bird enthusiast, Vernon, for an easy walk while looking and listening for our feathered friends. Discover different types of birds and their habitats. No pre-registration required.
Meet at the Waterwise Garden none. Parking Fee: none. 919 460 3390.
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2785 NC 126
Join us for a fun-filled activity and craft, and learn about beavers. Meet at the park office at 10:00 A.M.
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1489 Live Oak Road
Join exotic animals from Noah's Landing and raptors from the Wildlife Rescue Center for bluegrass and barbecue this Labor Day weekend. $8/person. Parking Fee: None. 910-897-6624.
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Sunday,
September
5, 2010
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1489 Live Oak Road
Join exotic animals from Noah's Landing and raptors from the Wildlife Rescue Center for bluegrass and barbecue this Labor Day weekend. $8/person. Parking Fee: None. 910-897-6624.
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Monday,
September
6, 2010
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2785 NC 126
Learn about the different tracks and signs that animals leave behind in the park. The program will include a short hike and you can even make your own tracks to take home. Meet at the park office at 10:00 A.M.
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Tuesday,
September
7, 2010
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631 Sherman Drive
Drop in every Tuesday to enjoy playtime like it used to be. The garden will be set up for fort building, flower and vegetable gardening, digging, mud pies,and crafts with all natural materials. Cathy Linskens, The Loblolly Lady, will be on hand to guide and inspire. For ages 10 and younger. Free. Free. Parking Fee: Free. 910-433-1579.
MapQuest
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2112 County Park Dr.
It‘s fun to observe and learn about nature with your child! Our Tuesdays are for Tots programs are designed for preschoolers to explore the natural world through easy-paced hikes, fun hands-on activities and show and tells. These programs meet at the Cypress Shelter. $3/child with parent or $5/family. Parking Fee: none. (919)387-4342.
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2214 Tar Kiln Drive
These archery classes are designed to introduce the sport of archery to beginners through a series of one hour classes. Participants will use state of the art compound bows as they learn the basics of archery. Safety, proper stance and follow through will be taught. You will be hitting the bull’s eye in no time!
8+; Tues., Sept. $25 for four weeks. Parking Fee: none.
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2900 Rocky River Road
Get outside, get moving and get healthy! Fresh air, sunshine, beautiful surroundings and wonderful people are included! This is a medium to fast paced walk.
Ages 12 and older • FREE
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2900 Rocky River Road
Relax with yoga as you take in the sights and sounds of nature! All levels and abilities are welcome! Call Reedy Creek Nature Center to register at 704.598.8857
Ages 12 and older • $8 per class or $25/month
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Wednesday,
September
8, 2010
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Location: The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, NC
Instructor: Alexandra Holland
Wednesdays, Sept 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
9:30 a.m. $119 Member/$134 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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2112 County Park Dr.
Get interactive as you explore the “wild” side of the woods during these Wednesday programs. Nature hikes and creative activities will aid your nature discovery while having fun at the same time. Pre-registration is required for all programs, so call (919)387-4342 to sign up today!
Soon, summer will be fading into fall. $4/person or $7/family. Parking Fee: none. (919)387-4342.
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2214 Tar Kiln Drive
Hands-on activities are used to find out all about trees and how important they are to us not just for breathing but for many others things
10-13 yrs; 4-5 pm; Free; Pre-register by the Mon. before the class
Wed., Sept. 8; “Tree Cookies”
Wed., Sept. 29; “Trees to Meet You”
Wed., Oct. 20; “Gifts from the Sun”
Wed. free. Parking Fee: none. 910-424-6134.
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100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Location: The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, NC
Instructor: Carlton Burke
Wednesdays, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6
1:00 to 4:30 p.m. $119 Member/$134 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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4803 Sweet Home Church Road
Project Learning Tree (PLT) is an interdisciplinary environmental education program designed for educators of ANY background. The hands-on activities facilitate the exploration of topics including communication, economics, energy and fuels, geology, government, history, recycling, transportation, watersheds, wildlife, and much more! Workshop and materials are provided free of charge. Please pre-register and make a personal commitment to attend the workshop so ensure there are enough materials. Please cancel in a timely manner if you cannot attend. Parking Fee: n/a. 910-588-4161.
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Thursday,
September
9, 2010
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2214 Tar Kiln Drive
Snakes live relatively quiet, obscure, and secretive lives. At a glance, they look different from familiar animals. Add to our unfamiliarity, the myths and folklore of culture, and we have nature’s most misunderstood animal. The Snakes Alive experience will provide a “get acquainted” opportunity to these fascinating, unique animals. free. Parking Fee: none.
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100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Location: The North Carolina Arboretum $19 Member/$23 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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Saturday,
September
11, 2010
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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2785 NC 126
Join Park Ranger Earl Weaver for an interpretive boat tour on the shore birds that can be seen on Lake James. This program is limited by space and you MUST be registered to participate! Please call the Park Office at (828) 652-5047 for program registration. No children under the age of 7 years.
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11 West Jones Street
The 14th annual version of the world’s biggest and most popular “buggy” event will offer outstanding displays, activities and compound-eye-popping shows. Come celebrate our theme arthropods: Aquatic Bugs! Free!. Parking Fee: Free. 919-733-7450 ext. 503.
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Sunday,
September
12, 2010
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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2785 NC 126
Join us for a hike on one of the park’s nature trails. Local plants and animals will be identified. Meet at the park office at 9:00 A.M.
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Monday,
September
13, 2010
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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1400 Aviation Parkway
These programs are geared toward homeschool students, but are open to tracked-out students, as well. Each lesson is two hours and meets at the Beech Shelter *(Unless otherwise noted). These programs are open to students ages 5–12. Preregistration is required. Visit website for registration information. $8 per child. Parking Fee: None. 919-460-2723.
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1400 Aviation Parkway
These programs are geared toward homeschool students. but are open to tracked out students as well. Each lesson is two hours. Ages 5 - 12.
What do you do if you're lost in the woods? Do you know how to use a map and compass to find your way? Which plants and animals should you watch out for? $8 per child. Parking Fee: none. 919 460 3390.
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625 7th Ave., NE
The focus of this 10 hour workshop is to prepare participants from a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences in both the formal and non-formal sectors to use exemplary Environmental Education teaching methods. Free, but pre-registration is required. Parking Fee: None.
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Tuesday,
September
14, 2010
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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Ages: 2 ½ - 4, with parent
What is a reptile? Share a morning of discovery with your growing “sweet pea” learning about our scaly friends and exploring their habitats through a nature walk, stories, and simple craft. No strollers or non-registered siblings, please. Pre-registration required. Call 919-962-0522. $5 per child/adult pair. 919-962-0522.
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631 Sherman Drive
Drop in every Tuesday to enjoy playtime like it used to be. The garden will be set up for fort building, flower and vegetable gardening, digging, mud pies,and crafts with all natural materials. Cathy Linskens, The Loblolly Lady, will be on hand to guide and inspire. For ages 10 and younger. Free. Free. Parking Fee: Free. 910-433-1579.
MapQuest
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Leopold is an innovative, interdisciplinary conservation ethics curriculum targeted to
grades 6-12. The goal of the program is to create an ecologically literate citizenry. $40 Registration Fee 828-456-3575.
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2214 Tar Kiln Drive
These archery classes are designed to introduce the sport of archery to beginners through a series of one hour classes. Participants will use state of the art compound bows as they learn the basics of archery. Safety, proper stance and follow through will be taught. You will be hitting the bull’s eye in no time!
8+; Tues., Sept. $25 for four weeks. Parking Fee: none.
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100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Location: The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, NC
Instructor: Diane Almond
Tuesday, September 14
Noon to 4:00 p.m. $19 Member/$23 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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2900 Rocky River Road
Get outside, get moving and get healthy! Fresh air, sunshine, beautiful surroundings and wonderful people are included! This is a medium to fast paced walk.
Ages 12 and older • FREE
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2900 Rocky River Road
Relax with yoga as you take in the sights and sounds of nature! All levels and abilities are welcome! Call Reedy Creek Nature Center to register at 704.598.8857
Ages 12 and older • $8 per class or $25/month
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Wednesday,
September
15, 2010
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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Location: The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, NC
Instructor: Alexandra Holland
Wednesdays, Sept 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
9:30 a.m. $119 Member/$134 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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1369 Tyler Dewar Lane
Home school/track out event focusing on local history. Explore local history from the slave cemetery to the log cabin. $10/person up to 14; 15 or more $7.50/person. Adults $1.00 each. 919-552-9421 x 210.
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Crabtree Casters
Wednesday, Jul 7, 2010 until Wednesday, Sep 15, 2010 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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1400 Aviation Parkway
Meet at the Boat Rental parking lot (near tower).
Join us after work for an evening of fishing and fun. Bring your own fishing pole or borrow one of ours through our Tackle Loaner Program. Bring the kids and we’ll help them learn to cast a line, as well. Bait is provided by the park. FREE. Parking Fee: None. 919-460-2723.
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1400 Aviation Parkway
Join us after work for an evening of fishing and fun. Bring your own fishing pole or borrow one of ours through our Tackle Loaner Program. Bring the kids and we'll help them learn to cast a line as well. Bait is provided by the park. All participants 16 years of age or older must have a valid North Carolina Fishing License. 919 460 3390.
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2214 Tar Kiln Drive
10-13 yrs; 4-5 pm; Free; Pre-register by the Mon. before the class
Wed., Sept. 15; “The Shape of Things”
Wed., Oct. 6; “Planet Diversity”
Wed., Oct. 27; “Peppermint Beetle”
Wed., Nov. 17; “Silt: A Dirty Word” free. Parking Fee: none.
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100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Location: The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, NC
Instructor: Sylvia Elwyn
Wednesday, September 15
10:00 a.m. to Noon
$11 Member/$14 Public
Containers add color and interest to any size landscape. $11 Member/$14 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Location: The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, NC
Instructor: Carlton Burke
Wednesdays, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6
1:00 to 4:30 p.m. $119 Member/$134 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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Thursday,
September
16, 2010
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Since 1995, the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer is celebrated. This date has been designated by the United Nations General Assembly in its resolution 49/114, to celebrate the signing of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way
Location: The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville, NC
Instructor Doug Dearth
Thursday, September 16
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $105 Member/$129 Public 828-665-2492 x 317.
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Friday,
September
17, 2010
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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Discover the ecology of a barrier island and how to use journaling as a technique for enhancing science learning. $100 919-733-7450x620.
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Saturday,
September
18, 2010
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World Water Monitoring Day™ (WWMD) is an international education and outreach program that builds public awareness and involvement in protecting water resources around the world by engaging citizens to conduct basic monitoring of their local water bodies.
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Life Is Your Lab! Experience it with us during the 2010 North Carolina Science Festival. Everyone’s invited! The Festival is a multi-day celebration that will showcase science throughout the state, featuring hands-on activities, lab tours, science talks, exhibits, performances and more.
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Discover the ecology of a barrier island and how to use journaling as a technique for enhancing science learning. $100 919-733-7450x620.
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1369 Tyler Dewar Lane
Project Learning Tree (PLT) is an interdisciplinary environmental education program designed for educators of ANY background. The hands-on activities facilitate the exploration of topics including communication, economics, energy and fuels, geology, government, history, recycling, transportation, watersheds, wildlife, and much more! Workshop and materials are provided free of charge. Please pre-register and commit to come to the workshop in order to guarantee enough materials. Parking Fee: n/a. 919-552-9421 x 210.
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2112 County Park Dr.
This workshop, designed for formal and non-formal educators, explores North Carolina’s bat species through a presentation and hands-on activities. Participants will receive free materials and will test classroom activities. Environmental Education Certification credits are available upon workshop completion. Preregistration is required. Free. Parking Fee: none. (919)387-4344.
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4620 Lake Wheeler Road
Relive history the 3rd weekend of each month and experience the traditional way corn was ground into meal and wheat into flour, using waterpower, simple machines & millstones. Shell corn, see the mill in operation, and hear how the gristmill works from costumed interpreters. Tours are offered every 20 minutes. $5 for adults, $3 for children age 16 & under, $3 for seniors age 60 & over, babes age 6 & under are FREE. Parking Fee: none.
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