Bee City
Celebrate Earth Day at the Farmer’s Market
Davidson Farmers Market Next to Town Hall, between Main & Jackson St., Davidson, NC, United StatesDrop by and visit us on April 23, 2022 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at the Davidson Farmer's Market for a wildflower giveaway. We will be giving away native pollinator plants and seeds to promote a transformation from wildlife-sterile lawns to wildlife-friendly yards. Stop by to learn more about our 4 pillars of conservation, as
World of Wonder: Bird Walk with Rob Van Epps
Plum Creek Park 18928 Bartlett Creek Dr, Davidson, NC, United StatesSaturday, May 7, 9:00-10:30 a.m. Plum Creek Park, 18928 Bartlett Creek Drive, Davidson Join us on a nature expedition with local birder, pollinator expert, and naturalist, Rob Van Epps. We'll walk along a trail discovering the activities of our local wildlife. This walk is during the peak of Spring migration, so chances of seeing colorful migrants is
Milkweed Flagging at Abersham Park
Abersham Park 3540 Pleasant Garden Dr, Davidson, NC, United StatesJoin DLC and monarch butterfly expert, Cathy Denham, for a family-friendly flag-making event. We'll learn all about the life cycle of the monarch butterfly, whose larvae depend on the milkweed plant for survival. The flags we create will help educate visitors and protect vital habitat from being mowed. Registration is required; please sign up HERE.
Inside the Hive with Amanda Bohmont, Certified Beekeeper
Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NCSaturday, June 18, 10:00 -11:30 Woodland Discovery, 8755 Poplar Tent Drive, Concord Join World of Wonder for an inside look inside the world of bees. We plan to open the beehive, take a look at the bee brood, and talk about the life and jobs of bees as they work together to ensure their colony survival. If
Bikes & Butterflies: Guided Tour of Davidson’s Pollinator Gardens
Davidson Lands Conservancy 120 S Main Street, Davidson, NC, United StatesJoin DLC for a guided bicycle tour to celebrate National Pollinator Week. We will gather at the town green (119 Main St, Davidson, NC 28036) at 10:00 am and visit several pollinator-friendly gardens. Experience the beauty of landscaping with hardy native perennials that will draw butterflies and birds to your yard. Learn how native gardening
Magnificent Moths: A Nocturnal Adventure
West Branch Nature Preserve 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson, NC, United StatesCelebrate National Moth Week by contributing to community science! We will venture into the dark and utilize citizen science tools to document as many species as we can. No experience needed at this family-friendly event. West Branch Nature Preserve; Meet in the parking area at 18444 Shearer Road; Davidson, NC. Adult participation required if under
WOW: Butterflies, Bees, Bugs, and Dragonflies
Abersham Park 3540 Pleasant Garden Dr, Davidson, NC, United StatesThis World of Wonder family outing will take place Saturday, August 20 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. We hope you’ll join us on a nature outing with a local pollinator expert and naturalist, Rob Van Epps on Saturday, August 20. We'll be walking along local trails discovering butterflies, bees, bugs and dragonflies. You'll have a
NEW DATE – Earth Day next to the Davidson Town Green
The Town Green 119 South Main Street, Davidson, NC, United StatesThis year, the Town of Davidson’s Earth Day Festival will include a native plant giveaway from Davidson Lands Conservancy, a composting demonstration, and a series of family-friendly, hands-on, and informative Learning Zones hosted by Davidson College students. These Learning Zones will include posters, displays, and fun activities related to nine different environmental topics: air, biodiversity,
World of Wonder: Inside the Hive with Beekeeper Amanda Bohmont
Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NCInside the Hive with Amanda Bohmont, Certified Beekeeper Saturday, June 17th | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NC 28027 World of Wonder invites you to discover the fascinating world of bees. With our expert guidance, we'll delve into the inner workings of a beehive, observing the bee brood