Arbor Day Tree Planting at South Prong Greenway
Plum Creek Park 18928 Bartlett Creek Dr, Davidson, NC, United StatesIn honor of Arbor Day, join us on Saturday, March 19 from 9:00 am to noon for a community tree planting. We will meet in the Plum Creek Park parking lot (18928 Bartlett Creek Dr, Davidson, NC 28036). Help us create a lasting corridor of tree canopy along this stretch for generations to come! This
WOW: Nature and Music with Jamie Hofmeister-Cline
Davidson K8 School 635 South St, Davidson, NCJoin music educator Jamie Hofmeister-Cline on Sunday, March 20 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm for a musical journey in nature! We will make our own musical instruments out of natural objects and have fun playing along with Jamie! We will meet in the parking lot of Davidson K8 School behind the big rock. From
The Big Spring Clean Stream Cleanup
Roosevelt Wilson Park 420 Griffith St, Davidson, NC, United StatesJoin DLC in a county-wide effort to clean up our streams and waterways on March 26 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at 420 Griffith St, Davidson, NC 28036, Roosevelt Wilson Park. Removing trash from waterways is critical to protect wildlife and ensure better water quality. This is an excellent opportunity for families, teens, and
Rewilding at Fisher Farm – A Guided Hike with Andy Kane
Fisher Farm ParkJoin us, March 26 from 2 to 4 pm, to learn about, and contribute to, a re-wilding vision for Fisher Farm. While slow hiking the Park, we’ll review a vision for enhancing the wildlife value of the landscape by planting or restoring native grasses, planting trees, and removing invasive plants. Participants will learn about the
DLC and World of Wonder at Woodlawn’s Epic STEAMFEST!
Woodlawn School 135 Woodlawn School Loop, Mooresville, NCJoin WOW and many other local groups at Woodlawn School on April 3 from 1 to 5 pm for STEAMfest (a celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! There will be dozens of cool activities for kids of all ages and lots of opportunities for learning and fun! Located at 135 Woodlawn School Loop,
Celebrate Earth Day at the Farmer’s Market
Davidson Farmers Market Next to Town Hall, between Main & Jackson St., Davidson, NC, United StatesDrop 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
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
Inside the Hive with Amanda Bohmont, Certified Beekeeper
Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NCSaturday, June 18, 10:00 -11:30 Woodland Discovery, 8755 Poplar Tent Drive, Concord Join 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