February 18, 10:30 am - 12:00 noon Parks & Recreation Pump House 865 South Street (Next to DK8 near the greenway) Come explore the wonderful world of rocks and minerals with Elias Gianopolous, a local naturalist who has led previous WOW events. We’ll learn about minerals and gemstones native to our North Carolina home –
West Branch Nature Preserve: 18232 Shearer Rd, Davidson March 4, 2023 10:00 am till 11:30 With Spring right around the corner, things are beginning to move and grow! Join naturalist Rob Van Epps on a woods and wetland hike. Amphibians should be active, and we will search for salamanders, newts, frogs, and toads. Along
Saturday, February 28, 10:00-11:30 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 about this fascinating and gorgeous amphibian
This 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
In 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
November 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
We 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
