Vascular Plants

Botanizing by Boat

lepidopteran — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:17:33 +0000

Botanizing by Boat lepidopteran Wed, 03/18/2026 - 00:17

Fri, Aug 14 2026, 9 - 11am

Location: Durant Nature Preserve

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: $10

Registration

Botanizing by Boat

lepidopteran — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:12:04 +0000

Botanizing by Boat lepidopteran Fri, 02/27/2026 - 18:12

Fri, Jun 12 2026, 9 - 11am

Location: Durant Nature Preserve

Cost: $10

Registration

How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways… Reproductive ecology at Durant

lepidopteran — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:09:20 +0000

How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways… Reproductive ecology at Durant lepidopteran Fri, 02/27/2026 - 18:09

Thu, Jun 4 2026, 6 - 7:30pm

Location: Durant Nature Preserve

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.

Cost: $5

Registration

Plant Detectives

lepidopteran — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:07:58 +0000

Plant Detectives lepidopteran Fri, 02/27/2026 - 18:07

Sat, May 9 2026, 2 - 4pm

Location: Durant Nature Preserve

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.

Cost: $5

Registration

Pollination: Advertising, Robbery, and Deception

lepidopteran — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:03:35 +0000

Pollination: Advertising, Robbery, and Deception lepidopteran Fri, 02/27/2026 - 18:03

Sat, Jun 27 2026, 9 - 11am

Location: Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve

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.

Cost: $5

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Pollination: Advertising, Robbery, and Deception

lepidopteran — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:01:06 +0000

Pollination: Advertising, Robbery, and Deception lepidopteran Fri, 02/27/2026 - 18:01

Sat, Apr 11 2026, 2 - 4pm

Location: Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve

Cost: $5

Registration link

Wildflowers: now you see them, now you don't

lepidopteran — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:58:17 +0000

Wildflowers: now you see them, now you don't lepidopteran Fri, 02/27/2026 - 17:58

Sat, Mar 21 2026, 2 - 4pm

Location: Durant Nature Preserve

Description: Wildflowers called spring ephemerals put on a stunning display in early spring, then they all but disappear from the woods for the rest of the year. We'll explore why plants might do this, and we'll walk around and enjoy the display. Bring a warm coat! Children must be accompanied by adults. Pre-registration is required.

Cost: $5

Registration link

NC Longleaf Summit

lepidopteran — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:34:09 +0000

NC Longleaf Summit lepidopteran Sat, 11/29/2025 - 00:34

Wed, Dec 3 2025, 9:30am - 3:30pm

NCBP member David George will present an update on the survey currently being conducted at the Sandhills Game Lands.

Botanizing by Boat

lepidopteran — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:56:29 +0000

Botanizing by Boat lepidopteran Tue, 04/01/2025 - 01:56

Fri, Jun 13 2025, 2 - 4pm

Join NCBP member Tracy Feldman for a program at Durant Nature Preserve in Raleigh.

Cost: $5

Plant Detectives

lepidopteran — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:42:26 +0000

Plant Detectives lepidopteran Tue, 04/01/2025 - 01:42

Sat, May 3 2025, 2 - 4pm

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.

Cost: $5