The Forest and Wetlands Prepare for Winter: A World of Wonder Family Outing
West Branch Nature Preserve 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson, NC, United StatesWe know that in October, it’s time to get out our sweaters and coats for the cold weather that is coming. The forest trees and wetland creatures, too, know that they have to get ready for the cold season. How do they know it’s time? What kind of activities do the trees and wildlife engage in
Runneymede Woods Walk with a Geologist
Runnymede StablesJoin Davidson College Environmental Studies professor, Dr. Brad Johnson, for an informative outing to review the geology and stream ecology of our area. Participants will learn why streams in the Piedmont exhibit similar shape with steep walls and entrenched channels. Why do streams exhibit this morphology and what did they look like before Euroamerican settlers
World of Wonder: Leaf Man
Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NCNovember 13, 10-11:30 am Location: Woodland Discovery 8755 Poplar Tent Road, Concord Come explore the magic of fall with Susan Grewell, author of "Leaf Critters," by collecting leaves and using them to create your own nature art. We will also hike through the woods to identify trees and learn how to "press" leaves and flowers. This
Stream Clean-Up: Help Keep Our Waterways Healthy!
Plum Creek Park 18928 Bartlett Creek Dr, Davidson, NC, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, November 13 from 9:45 am to noon, for a stream clean-up of the West Branch, a tributary of the Rocky River. We'll gather at 9:45 am in the Plum Creek Park (18920 Bartlette Creek Drive) parking lot (Bailey Springs neighborhood). After the clean-up, be sure to stick around for a fun,
DLC Board Meeting
DLC Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
DLC’s Annual Meeting: News, Birds, Hikes and More!
RunneymedeJoin us Sunday, December 5, 2 to 4 pm, at the Runneymede stable (19201 Callaway Hills Lane, Davidson, 28036) for DLC’s 21st annual meeting. Learn a bit about our challenges, successes, and 2022 priorities, along with a slate of new board members and officers for the coming year. Our guest speaker will be Zach Wallace,
In Search of the Spotted Salamander
West Branch Nature Preserve 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson, NC, United StatesIn Search of the Spotted Salamander Saturday, February 12, 10:30-12:00 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
Arbor Day at the Farmer’s Market
Davidson Farmers Market Next to Town Hall, between Main & Jackson St., Davidson, NC, United StatesHelp us celebrate North Carolina's Arbor Day at the Davidson Farmer's Market on Saturday, March 5 from 9 to noon. Pot a seedling and bring it home to plant in your yard!
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