Wildlife
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.
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
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
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
In Search of the Spotted Salamander: A World of Wonder Family Outing
West Branch Nature Preserve 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson, NC, United StatesSaturday, February 28, 10:00-11:30 West Branch Nature Preserve: 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson, NC Ever wonder what’s happening in the woods during the wintertime while a lot of creatures are hibernating? Join Allen Lloyd, a local naturalist, and WOW, on a short hike in search of the Spotted Salamander and learn about this fascinating and gorgeous amphibian
Moth Night: Nighttime in the Forest
Friday, July 28th | 8:30pmWest Branch Nature Preserve | 18232 Shearer Rd.River Run neighborhood Celebrate National Moth Week (July 22nd -30th) and embark on an adventure with Mecklenburg County's local moth expert Lenny Lampel, as we explore the world of moths and other fascinating creatures that emerge at night. Lenny will guide participants to different baited
WOW November: What Is This?
Fisher Farm ParkCome discover wildlife in our woods and fields as we search for birds, insects, amphibians, and anything else along our path. Rob Van Epps, an expert naturalist, can answer many of our “What’s this?” questions – and point out wonders in our natural world we would have walked past. This outing is for children with
Trail Master Training
Fisher Farm ParkA vital part of conservation efforts is ensuring our local trails are well-built and sustainable. To achieve that we need a network of Trail Masters who can lead volunteer groups for trail clean-ups. In partnership with Catawba Lands Conservancy and the Carolina Thread Trail, DLC will be hosting trainings to educate interested citizens on proper