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SUMMARY:World of Wonder: Inside the Hive with Beekeeper Amanda Bohmont
DESCRIPTION:Inside the Hive with Amanda Bohmont\, Certified Beekeeper\nSaturday\, June 17th | 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nWoodland Discovery\n8755 Poplar Tent Road\, Concord\, NC 28027 \nWorld 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 and learning about the various roles and responsibilities of these amazing insects as they work together to ensure the survival of their colony. If the bees are feeling particularly calm\, you may even have the chance to get up close and personal with a bee frame! \nThis educational and engaging event is perfect for families with children aged 4 and above. Younger siblings are welcome as tag-alongs\, provided they are supervised by an adult. We recommend bringing a stroller to help keep them contained. \nPlease note that for safety reasons\, we ask that no dogs are brought along. Additionally\, wearing long pants and closed-toed shoes is mandatory for this outing. Preregistration is required\, please register HERE. \n(If the weather prevents us from opening the hive\, we will notify everyone on the 17th by 8:00 a.m. to postpone the outing.) \n 
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/world-of-wonder-inside-the-hive-with-beekeeper-amanda-bohmont/
LOCATION:Woodland Discovery\, 8755 Poplar Tent Road\, Concord\, NC
CATEGORIES:Bee City,World of Wonder
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE - Earth Day next to the Davidson Town Green
DESCRIPTION:This 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\, climate\, environmental justice\, energy\, food\, urbanization\, water\, and waste. Each Learning Zone will provide information about the history\, key dynamics\, and current status of these environmental domains\, and they will also include interactive components\, opportunities for deliberation about smart sustainability choices\, and ideas for learning more and taking action. Students in Dr. Graham Bullock’s US Environmental Politics and Policy course are developing and will run these Learning Zones during the Festival. Festival participants will be given Learning Passports that they can get stamped after they visit each Learning Zone; everyone who completes their passport will earn a prize and be eligible for a grand prize lottery drawing. \n  \nPress Release: DAVIDSON\, N.C. – Earth Day\, traditionally celebrated on April 22 since 1970\, is a global\ninitiative which seeks to raise awareness of environmental issues\, as well as empower individuals\nto make changes in their daily lives that positively impact the environment. The Town of\nDavidson\, Davidson Lands Conservancy\, and Davidson College invite the community to enjoy a\nfestival of Earth Day activities. Come and join in on the fun Saturday\, April 29 next to Davidson\nTown Green at the DCPC Congregation House lawn at Lorimer and Concord between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.\nThis year\, the Town of Davidson’s Earth Day Festival will include a series of family-friendly\,\nhands-on\, and informative Learning Zones hosted by Davidson College students on nine\ndifferent environmental topics: air\, biodiversity\, climate\, environmental justice\, energy\, food\,\nurbanization\, water\, and waste. The Davidson Lands Conservancy will be giving away native\nplants (while supplies last\, so stop by early!) to encourage wildlife-friendly yards. Festival\nparticipants will be given Learning Passports to complete for entry in a prize lottery. Residents\nare encouraged to walk or bike to the festival\, get “premium parking\,” and also be entered to\nearn a prize.\nAlso featured will be other area non-profits and local businesses ready to answer your questions\nand offer solutions to help you reduce your carbon footprint\, including Mecklenburg County\nBeekeepers Association\, Davidson Farmers Market\, Davidson College Presbyterian Church’s\nGreen Team\, and more. Learn about the importance of pollinators\, recycling right\, electric\nvehicles\, climate action\, and how to establish a wildlife friendly yard.\nHear from area businesses who are working to make a difference for a healthy planet and healthy\npeople\, including Better Tomorrow Solar\, Sheets Laundry Club\, Good Earth Essentials\, Cereset\nDavidson\, Coaching with Karen\, A Small Change\, Pedego Electric Bikes Lake Norman\, and\nmore. Additional ecofriendly prizes are sponsored by Dearness Gardens\, Ace Hardware\, Harris\nTeeter\, Bradford Market\, and others.\nBring your taste buds along to try Zizi’s Vegan Cuisine Food Truck\, Ben and Jerry’s ice cream\,\nBoomerang Water\, and Summit Coffee’s drink options while learning about their sustainability\nefforts.\nTown of Davidson Sustainability Committee members and town staff will be on hand to help\nresidents take advantage of homeowner incentive programs\, electric vehicle tax rebates\, and the\nupcoming community-wide 2023 Climate Action planning process.\nVisit www.townofdavidson.org/earthday or call the Davidson Parks and Recreation Department\nat 704-892-3349 to learn more.\nWant more information on what’s going on in Davidson? Be sure to visit our website often\,\nfollow us on Facebook\, Twitter and Instagram\, and sign up for our eCrier email distribution list.
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/earth-day-at-the-davidson-farmers-market/
LOCATION:The Town Green\, 119 South Main Street\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City,Plantlife,Recreation
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SUMMARY:WOW: Butterflies\, Bees\, Bugs\, and Dragonflies
DESCRIPTION:This World of Wonder family outing will take place Saturday\, August 20 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. \nWe 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 chance to learn about butterfly life cycles\, which kinds we should see in Davidson\, and why they are so important. There are over 20\,000 butterfly species in the world\, and many of them live right here! \nThe outing will take place in Abersham Park on the greenway. You’ll come to the Lower Parking area to meet. Here’s a google maps locater for your information. https://www.google.com/maps/place/West+Branch+Rocky+River+Greenway+(Abersham+Loop+Entrance)/@35.5000842\,-80.8075162\,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x885401604eb91441:0x80cd70cf04fc128a!8m2!3d35.5000842!4d-80.8075162 \nThis outing is for children with their families. The minimum age is 4 years old. \nPlease read our waivers HERE. By registering for this outing\, you are agreeing to its terms and conditions. Pre-registration is required. Click HERE to sign up.  If you are unable to attend\, please update your signup so another family may participate. Thank you! \nPlease review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/wow-butterflies-bees-bugs-and-dragonflies/
LOCATION:Abersham Park\, 3540 Pleasant Garden Dr\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City,World of Wonder
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SUMMARY:Magnificent Moths: A Nocturnal Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 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 18. \nPrepare to be dazzled by the rich diversity of moths in our area with this evening activity\, perfect for adults and older children. Bring your flashlight\, bug repellent\, phone/camera\, and water bottle to West Branch Nature Preserve on July 30 at dusk. Local moth expert\, Lenny Lampel\, will guide us to different baited tarps that will attract many different Lepidopteran species we normally would not see\, due to their nocturnal habits. We will gather at 8:30 pm at the West Branch Nature Preserve parking lot in River Run. Pre-registration is required\, as space is limited. Sign up HERE to attend this exciting event!
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/magnificent-moths-a-nocturnal-adventure/
LOCATION:West Branch Nature Preserve\, 18232 Shearer Rd\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City,Recreation,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Bikes & Butterflies: Guided Tour of Davidson's Pollinator Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 will beautify your yard and enhance wildlife while reducing water and chemical use. This outing requires pre-registration and is for ages 12 & up.  Click HERE to register.
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/bikes-butterflies-guided-tour-of-davidsons-pollinator-gardens/
LOCATION:Davidson Lands Conservancy\, 120 S Main Street\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City,Plantlife,Recreation,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Inside the Hive with Amanda Bohmont\, Certified Beekeeper
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 18\, 10:00 -11:30 \nWoodland Discovery\, 8755 Poplar Tent Drive\, Concord \nJoin 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 the bees are not agitated\, there may be a chance to “hold” the bee frame up close. (If the weather prevents us from opening the hive\, we will notify everyone on the 18th by 8:00 a.m. to postpone the outing.) \nThis outing is for children and their families. The minimum age is 4 years old\, although if there is someone to tend to distracted younger children\, they can come as tag-alongs. Strollers might be good to help contain them. No dogs\, please. Long pants and closed-toed shoes are a must for this outing. \nPlease read our waiver Here. By registering for this outing you are agreeing to its terms and conditions.  Pre-registration is required.  Click Here to sign up.  If you are unable to attend\, please update your sign-up so another family may participate. Thank you!
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/inside-the-hive-with-amanda-bohmont-certified-beekeeper/
LOCATION:Woodland Discovery\, 8755 Poplar Tent Road\, Concord\, NC
CATEGORIES:Bee City,World of Wonder
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SUMMARY:Milkweed Flagging at Abersham Park
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/milkweed-flagging-at-abersham-park-2/
LOCATION:Abersham Park\, 3540 Pleasant Garden Dr\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City,Plantlife,Volunteer,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:World of Wonder: Bird Walk with Rob Van Epps
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 7\, 9:00-10:30 a.m.   \nPlum Creek Park\, 18928 Bartlett Creek Drive\, Davidson \n  \nJoin 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 excellent (think tanagers\, buntings\, warblers and more)!  Rob will bring a scope to allow fantastic views of some of those more distant birds.  Plus we’ll get a close-up look at some butterflies\, bees\, and spring wildflowers.  You are welcome to bring your own binoculars. \n  \nThis outing is for children with their families. The minimum age is 5 years old.  No dogs or strollers. \n  \nPlease read our waivers HERE . By registering for this outing\, you are agreeing to its terms and conditions. Pre-registration is required. Click HERE to sign up.  If you are unable to attend\, please update your sign-up so another family may participate. Thank you! \n 
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/world-of-wonder-bird-walk-with-rob-van-epps/
LOCATION:Plum Creek Park\, 18928 Bartlett Creek Dr\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City,Wildlife,World of Wonder
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Earth Day at the Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:Drop 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 well as ways to attract wildlife to your yard using native flora.
URL:https://davidsonlands.org/event/celebrate-earth-day-at-the-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Davidson Farmers Market\, Next to Town Hall\, between Main & Jackson St.\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bee City,Davidson Farmers Market,Plantlife,Wildlife
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