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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
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!
Tree Planting in River Run Neighbhorhood
18832 Dembridge Dr., Davidson, NC, 28036 18832 Dembridge Dr, Davidson, NC, United StatesJoin DLC's TreesDavidson for a community tree planting on Saturday, February 25 from 9:00 am to noon. We will gather at 18832 Dembridge Dr., Davidson, NC 28036 and then split up to two locations along the greenway for planting. This event is family-friendly and we encourage wearing long pants and sturdy shoes that can get
Arbor Day Tree Planting
Join Davidson Lands Conservancy's Trees Davidson for a community tree planting on Saturday, March 18 from 9 am to 12 noon. Location: Corner of Jackson St and Main St across from “old” Town Hall We will provide gloves, tools, water refills, and snacks. Long pants and sturdy shoes are recommended. This event is appropriate for individuals
Join DLC and World of Wonder at Woodlawn’s STEAMfest!
Woodlawn School 135 Woodlawn School Loop, Mooresville, NCWorld of Wonder has had the exciting opportunity to host a nature activity at Woodlawn's STEAMfest each year since 2019. This year's fest promises to be bigger and better than ever! This event is free and open to the public, with no pre-registration required. The mission of STEAMfest is to provide youth of all ages with free
Davidson K8 Outdoor Classroom Mulching Day – Volunteers Needed!
Davidson K8 School 635 South St, Davidson, NCLocal Girl Scout and Gold Award candidate, Ella Landman, will be completing a second outdoor classroom behind the Davidson K8 School (635 South St) on Saturday, April 29; Saturday, May 6; and Saturday, May 20. Volunteers for any of these days are appreciated, but the mulching day of May 6 is most critical. This outdoor