Moth Madness!
Moth Madness!
Join NCBP member David George for a moth night event at the Chapel Hill Public Library. Details to come.
Moth Night at the New Hope Bottomlands
Moth Night at the New Hope Bottomlands
Join NCBP member David George at a public moth night event at the New Hope Bottomlands in Durham. Details to come!
Moth Night at Durant Nature Preserve
Moth Night at Durant Nature Preserve
Moths are incredibly diverse and beautiful! With nearly 3,000 species documented in NC, they come in an amazing array of colors, shapes, and sizes, and also play a vital role in the ecosystem. Please join David George, science educator and co-author of the Moths of North Carolina website, for a late-night program at Durant Nature Preserve. Many different kinds of moths, as well as a range of other interesting night-flying insects, are sure to show up at the lights - and hopefully so will you!
Pollination: Advertising, Robbery, and Deception
Pollination: Advertising, Robbery, and Deception
Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve in Raleigh.
Description: Pollination usually involves a relationship between plants and animals. Often it is beneficial to both plants and animals, yet sometimes one partner deceives the other. We'll talk about the pollination process, and we'll look for pollinators on plants at Horseshoe Farm Preserve, documenting them on iNaturalist. Children must be accompanied by adults. Pre-registration is required.
Botanizing by Boat
Botanizing by Boat
Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Durant Nature Preserve in Raleigh.
Description: Ever wanted to see the world from a different perspective? We'll take a nature "hike" on the water, to view plants and the organisms that live in them (birds, insects, etc.). We'll explore our lake by canoe to learn about the ecology of Durant. Bring a water bottle, and a waterproof bag to put things you want to keep dry. Some prior boating experience recommended. Adults only--please pre-register online.
Cost: $5
Lifestyles of the Small and Squishy
Lifestyles of the Small and Squishy
Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Durant Nature Preserve in Raleigh.
How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways… (Reproductive ecology)
How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways… (Reproductive ecology)
Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Durant Nature Preserve in Raleigh.
Description: In honor of pride month, we'll explore the vast array of reproductive adaptations and behaviors in organisms around the preserve. From female insects that reproduce just fine without a male, to plants that have male and female body parts, to critters where males present as females and females present as males, life at the preserve is fascinating. Join us as we learn and celebrate the diversity in nature all around us. Bring a water bottle. Please pre-register online.
History of Horseshoe Farm
History of Horseshoe Farm
Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve in Raleigh.
Description: Have you ever wondered about people who lived in this area hundreds of years ago? Horseshoe Farm Preserve has a rich and complicated history. Come to explore that history with us. Children must be accompanied by adults. Preregistration is required for planning purposes.
Cost: $5
Plant Detectives
Plant Detectives
Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Durant Nature Preserve in Raleigh.
Description: According to NCpedia.org, there are over 4000 native plant species In North Carolina - if you look outside and just see a sea of green, you are not alone! This workshop will provide you with tools you can use to help distinguish one plant from another. We will also discuss why it matters which plants are which, to us and to other animals that eat plants. No experience necessary. Children must be accompanied by adults. Children and adults must register.
Birding by Ear
Birding by Ear
Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Durant Nature Preserve in Raleigh.
Description: Help us celebrate World Migratory Bird Day (coming later this month)! Although it is sometimes difficult to spot birds, many people enjoy birds for their songs. Birds sing for many reasons, and often it helps them if their songs are different from those of other birds. We will discuss ways we can identify birds and learn about birds by listening to their songs. Children must be accompanied by adults. Children and adults must register.
Cost: $5