World of Wonder
Events
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WOW September: Where Do Butterflies Go When It Rains?
Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NCJoin WOW as we explore the world of butterflies. We will learn about their life cycles, host plants, how to identify them, and why they are so important. We will be on and off the trail, so wear sturdy footwear. Bring all your questions for a creative and explorative morning with (hopefully) live encounters with
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WOW February: In Search of the Spotted Salamander
West Branch Nature Preserve 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson, NC, United StatesEver wonder what’s happening in the woods during the wintertime while a lot of creatures are hibernating? Join Allen Lloyd, a local naturalist, on a short hike in search of the Spotted Salamander and learn about this fascinating and gorgeous amphibian and why wintertime is when they are particularly active. You’ll learn about the salamander’s habitat,
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WOW April: Nature Hike with Rob Van Epps
Runnymede StablesJoin naturalist Rob Van Epps on a hike in Runneymede Woods, a 50-acre conservation easement held by Davidson Lands Conservancy. We will search for salamanders, newts, frogs, toads, early butterflies, and migrating birds. We will even get to see the "Whale Rock," known to be the largest granite outcrop in Cabarrus County. The address will take
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WOW June: ALL ABOUT BLUEBIRDS!
Davidson CollegeJoin retired Davidson College Biology professor Dr. Mark Stanback as we walk around campus, check active bluebird nests, and band/measure bluebird chicks. You might even get a chance to hold a baby bluebird in your hands! This outing is for children with their families. The minimum age is 4 years old. No need to bring anything
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Greenway Bike Ride with Lisa Watts
Pump House 865 South Street, Davidson, NC, United StatesThe morning after her talk, Lisa Watts will lead an adult (16+) bike ride to showcase Davidson's incredible system of greenways. The ride will start at the Pump House on South Street and weave through various greenways and surface streets out to the West Branch Nature Preserve and back into town and will be approximately
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WOW September: Who Lives in This Creek?
Abersham Park 3540 Pleasant Garden Dr, Davidson, NC, United StatesWhat kinds of little critters live in our local creeks? Join Rob Van Epps as we look for fish, salamanders, tadpoles and other aquatic invertebrates like dragonfly nymphs. This outing is open to children with their families, with a minimum age of 5 years. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear that can get wet (e.g.,
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WOW February: In Search of the Spotted Salamander
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. You’ll learn about the salamander’s habitat, reproductive cycle, diet, and why the
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WOW March: Wacky World of Weather
Hurt Hub 210 Delburg St., Davidson, NC, United StatesHave you ever wondered how clouds form? Or what causes thunder and lightning? Or what’s it like inside a hurricane? Join us to explore the "Wacky World of Weather" with Sandy LaCorte, a local meteorologist and Davidson native. During this engaging, hands-on event, you will learn about thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and preparedness. Kids will also