Plantlife
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.
Trekking and Trails: DLC Group Hike at Fisher Farm
Fisher Farm ParkCelebrate National Trails Day with DLC! We will meet at the Fisher Farm Parking lot (21215 Shearer Road/Davidson, NC 28036) at 9:00 a.m. and embark on a hike through beautiful trails and greenway. Learn about local flora and fauna, as well as the rewilding iniative at Fisher Farm, as well as the stream restoration. This
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
Fall Naturefest at River Run
West Branch Nature Preserve 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson, NC, United StatesJoin Davidson Lands Conservancy’s Fall NatureFest – Family Fun & Nature at River Run Come join this family-focused celebration of the fall season and autumn’s wonders of nature. This is a FREE conservation-themed blitz suitable for nearly all ages, to be held Saturday, November 5 from 10 am to 12 pm along the West Branch
Arbor Day Tree Planting
Join Davidson Lands Conservancy's Trees Davidson for a community tree planting on Saturday, March 18 from 9 am to 12 noon. Location: Corner of Jackson St and Main St across from “old” Town Hall We will provide gloves, tools, water refills, and snacks. Long pants and sturdy shoes are recommended. This event is appropriate for individuals
Spring Wildflower Ephemerals Walk at Fisher Farm Park
Fisher Farm ParkJoin DLC and local wildflower expert, Paula Gross, on a walk to discover the surprises of early spring and possibly the rare beauty of spring ephemeral wildflowers. These plants are specially adapted to leaf and flower during a short window in the spring, braving potential frost to complete their reproductive cycle before forest tree leaves
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,
Beaty Park Invasive Removal
Beaty Park Beaty Street, Davidson, NCBeaty Park is Davidson's newest park and it's a gorgeous space, but it needs a little love. A number of invasive species are thriving under the tree canopy and choking out the biodiversity that makes an ecosystem healthy. Members of the Friends of Beaty Park are holding two invasive species removal events to drive back
Beaty Park Invasive Removal
Beaty Park Beaty Street, Davidson, NCThis is an additional work day at Beaty Park to try and cut back the invasive species. Beaty Park is Davidson's newest park and it's a gorgeous space, but it needs a little love. A number of invasive species are thriving under the tree canopy and choking out the biodiversity that makes an ecosystem healthy.
Hudson Place Tree Planting
Hudson PlaceJoin Davidson Lands as we help support our town's beautiful canopy with a community tree planting. We will be planting trees around the Hudson Place community and in Bailey Springs. Our team of TreeMasters will train participants on proper planting techniques and assist with all plantings. DLC will supply all gloves and tools. Spend a