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SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Birding for Beginners\nwith Lauren Lampley \nTuesday\, July 1  |  9 – 10:30am \nBRN – Elective \nREGISTER HERE \nJoin us on this birding walk around the NC Arboretum gardens and trails in search of our most colorful residents. We will go over best practices for using binoculars\, recommendations for purchasing your own binoculars\, and popular field guides to use. Bring your own binoculars but if you do not have a pair we have some loaner binoculars available to use during the program. \nThis program will take place outside and will follow easy trails and paved walkways. Dress for the weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nLauren Lampley began her career at Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation as a Park Naturalist which solidified Lauren’s interests in ecology and a passion for teaching others. She has led walks and hikes in a variety of subjects from Geology to Birding and especially enjoys learning and teaching about our local ecology. She currently works at the NC Arboretum in the Adult Education Department and manages the Blue Ridge Naturalist Certificate of Merit. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\n\n  \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/birding-for-beginners-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Botanical Drawing for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Botanical Drawing for Beginners\nwith Camille Daunno \nTuesday\, July 1  |  11 am – 1 pm \nREGISTER HERE \nDuring this beginner level class\, you will learn several drawing techniques including line\, shading\, pen and ink. We will discuss composition with contour\, contrast and texture and how to use watercolor to complete your drawing. We will experiment with different techniques to enhance your personal style. All materials and supplies will be provided. \nCamille Daunno is a retired Art Teacher with an undergraduate degree in Fine Art with graduate work in Textile Design. She worked in NYC as a designer for 10 years designing Fabric and wallpaper. Camille studied Art in NJ\, NYC and Italy and studied Botanical Illustration and Painting at the NY Botanical Gardens with a certified instructor.She enjoys sharing her love of Botanical Art with her children and grandchildren. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\n\n  \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/botanical-drawing-for-beginners/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Summer Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Summer Tree ID\nwith Lauren Lampley \nThursday\, July 3  |  1 – 4 pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nREGISTER HERE \nJoin this class as we discuss how to use different characteristics and field guides to identify common trees of Western North Carolina found here at the NC Arboretum. We will look at using different characteristics including habitat\, bark\, buds\, growth pattern\, leaf shape\, and fruit/nut shape to identify trees. \nThis program will take place outside and will follow easy trails and paved walkways. Dress for the weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nLauren Lampley began her career at Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation as a Park Naturalist which solidified Lauren’s interests in ecology and a passion for teaching others. She has led walks and hikes in a variety of subjects from Geology to Birding and especially enjoys learning and teaching about our local ecology. She currently works at the NC Arboretum as the Adult Education Coordinator managing all the programming hosted through the Adult Education Department. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\n\n  \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-tree-id/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Cascades\, Cataracts and Waterfalls
DESCRIPTION:Cascades\, Cataracts and Waterfalls\nwith Eric Young \nTuesday\, July 8  |  5 – 6:30 pm \nBRN – Elective \nREGISTER HERE \nThere are over 300 waterfalls in western North Carolina . Join naturalist\, educator storyteller\, Eric on a wondrous journey to discover the amazing waterfalls here in Western North Carolina. Through a visual presentation together we will learn about the various types of waterfalls\, discover some of our most dramatic waterfalls and find out how these mesmerizing geological features form.  \nEric Young retired down to North Carolina in 2020 after 23 years as a program director at the nature center on Long island. He has dedicated  his life to the field of environmental education over his 35 years. Eric has a Masters in Outdoor Teacher Education and has done workshops and presentations at various institutions and conferences and worked for the NWF at the Ranger Rick wildlife camp in the 80s. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\n\n  \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/cascades-cataracts-and-waterfalls/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Reptiles of Western North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Reptiles of Western North Carolina\nwith Carlton Burke \nFriday\, July 11  |  12 – 4 pm \nBRN – Core \nREGISTER HERE \nThe mountains of Western North Carolina are home to a variety of reptiles from small skinks and lizards to Rat Snakes and Rattlesnakes. During this class you will learn about the common reptiles we find in WNC including their natural history and life cycles. Get a chance to meet some live reptiles during the class and get to see them up close. \nCarlton Burke is a naturalist and educator who operates Carolina Mountain Naturalists\, an educational service which offers wildlife and nature educational programs throughout western North Carolina. He also was on the staff of the western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville for over 25 years as the Curator of Exhibits. Carlton co-hosts a weekly radio program NATURE NEWS and is also a NC state and federally licensed wildlife rehabilitator. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\n\n  \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/reptiles-of-western-north-carolina/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Retreat: Summer in the Blue Ridge
DESCRIPTION:Forest Bathing Retreat: Summer in the Blue Ridge\nwith Asheville Wellness Tours \nSaturday\, July 12  |  10am – 1pm \nREGISTER HERE \nCelebrate the lush beauty of summer in the Blue Ridge Mountains during this immersive morning nature retreat. This experience invites us to cultivate our attention and sensory awareness in the verdant forest. Together\, we will explore our relationships with ourselves\, each other\, and the more-than-human-world. \nYour guide\, Kelly Bruce\, will lead you on a gentle journey through the summer forest\, weaving mindfulness\, breathwork\, forest bathing and nature therapy together for an enlivening morning on some of the trails less traveled at the North Carolina Arboretum. We’ll celebrate the experience in community\, enjoying a wild-foraged tea ceremony and snacks. Bring an open mind and an open heart. All are welcome. Presented through Adult & Continuing Education Programs in collaboration with Asheville Wellness Tours. \nThis program will take place outside and will follow easy trails and paved walkways. Dress for the weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nKelly Bruce is a writer\, forest therapy guide and nature connection mentor based in Hendersonville\, North Carolina. Her mission is to help others deepen their connection with nature\, community and Self. Kelly is an Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Certified Guide and Certification Consultant. She is Wilderness First Aid and CPR certified by the American Red Cross. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\n\n  \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/forest-bathing-retreat-summer-in-the-blue-ridge/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Add Variety to your Native Garden
DESCRIPTION:Add Variety to your Native Garden: Try some Lesser Known Species\nwith Ben Pick \nWednesday\, July 30  |  10 am – 12 pm \nBREG – Elective \nREGISTER HERE \nLesser known doesn’t mean less valuable. This class will go over some underused native plants that merit more attention from gardeners and a spot in our gardens. We will look at individual plant profiles and how and where to use them in the landscape. We will also discuss different local sources for these plants. \nBen Pick\, a resident of Asheville\, grew up in the mountains of Western North Carolina which certainly contributed to his love of the outdoors and the natural world from a young age. He started working in a local garden center in his early teens and then moved to landscape work during summers through high school. After obtaining a horticulture degree from NC State University\, he spent the next 10 years working in a variety of horticulture jobs\, including positions in world-class gardens across the US and abroad\, learning a wide range of gardening skills and practices. He now uses this knowledge locally at his nursery and in classes he teaches. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\n\n  \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/add-variety-to-your-native-garden/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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