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
WOW: All About Bluebirds!
Davidson CollegeJoin DLC, WOW and Davidson College Biology professor Dr. Mark Stanback as we visit the bluebird nest boxes on the Davidson College campus. Dr. Stanback will explain the nesting behavior of Eastern Bluebirds -- you might get a chance to hold baby bluebirds in your hands! We’ll also look for other birds and get tips on
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
World of Wonder at Woodland Discovery
Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NCWorld of Wonder, along with many other conservation organizations including the Concord Nature Alliance, will be at Woodland Discovery's fall nature festival on Saturday, September 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. This is a free, drop-by event for families who love nature! Come join us for activities and crafts around the pond at Woodland Discovery.
World of Wonder and Davidson College Star Party
Davidson CollegeJoin WOW in experiencing the wonder of the stars. The Davidson College Physics Department and Astronomy class invite you to a Star Party on Saturday, October 22. Bring your family for a fun and educational evening learning about astronomy and viewing the stars. The event will begin with interactive exhibits and games led by the College’s astronomy class
17th Annual Run for Green
Davidson Village Green 119 S Main Street, Davidson, NC, United StatesCome experience the Run For Green races! Our course is in the beautiful small town of Davidson, North Carolina. Be careful, though, it is so charming, you may just want to move! This year is our 17th Annual Running Event. We could not be more excited to bring you the quality race that you have
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
Tree Planting at Fisher Farm
Fisher Farm ParkJoin us for a community tree planting on Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon at Fisher Farm Park. Help us plant 50+ trees. No experience is required. We will train you and provide the tools and work gloves. Please bring a water bottle. Preregistration is required, so sign up today!
Conservation Celebration: DLC’s Annual Meeting and Party
Hurt Hub 210 Delburg St., Davidson, NC, United StatesJoin us at the Hurt Hub from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for live music and light food and libations to celebrate the many conservation goals DLC achieved in 2022! A short meeting to vote on new board members will occur. All from the community are welcome!