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SUMMARY:Inspired by Nature: Pebble Jewelry with Molly Sharp Voorhees
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever collected small\, perfectly smooth pebbles and rocks from beaches\, rivers or lakes and wondered what to do with them\, this workshop is the perfect solution! Using diamond encrusted drill bits\, students will drill through these materials and then fabricate sterling silver wire to create stunning jewelry which may include pendants\, earrings\, and rings. Students will also learn about the soldering process\, bezel and prong setting and a small amount of forging. \nONSITE | Thursday\, August 18\, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nArboretum Members receive a 10% discount on all classes. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/inspired-by-nature-pebble-jewelry-with-molly-sharp-voorhees/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073113Z
CREATED:20260710T073113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073113Z
UID:1778780018751-1660318200-1660323600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Nature & Nurture: The Voorhees Family Artistic Legacy Gallery Talk with the Artists
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Gallery Talk with artists whose works in a variety of media are featured in our summer art exhibit currently on display in the Baker Visitor Center. Numerous pieces showcase some of the beautiful landscapes and plants that North Carolina has to offer\, connecting people with plants through art. Celebrate an enduring creative legacy that honors parents Edwin and Mildred Voorhees\, who instilled an artistic spirit in their children.  Additional talks are planned for July\, August and prior to the show’s closing in September. Limited to pre-registered participants only in the small-group setting with safety guidelines in place. \nONSITE – Baker Visitor Center | Friday\, August 12\, 3:30 – 5 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nArboretum Members receive a 10% discount on all classes. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/nature-nurture-the-voorhees-family-artistic-legacy-gallery-talk-with-the-artists/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T193000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073109Z
CREATED:20260710T073109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073109Z
UID:1778780018750-1660068000-1660073400@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:The Arboretum's Bonsai Exhibition Garden in Summer - Curator's Talk & Tour
DESCRIPTION:Established in 2005\, the Bonsai Exhibition Garden is a signature feature of the Arboretum and a unique environment displaying up to 50 specimens at a time. Of particular importance are the plants native to the Blue Ridge\, including American hornbeam\, red maple and eastern white pine\, which bring the thousand-year tradition of bonsai home to the mountains of western North Carolina. \nONSITE | Tuesday\, August 9\, 6 – 7:30 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nArboretum Members receive a 10% discount on all classes. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/the-arboretums-bonsai-exhibition-garden-in-summer-curators-talk-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/7-21-10-1-scaled-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T183000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073053Z
CREATED:20260710T073053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073053Z
UID:1778780018745-1659373200-1659378600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Methods of Teaching Environmental Education
DESCRIPTION:MOTEE is a 10-hour workshop designed to help practitioners create inclusive and age appropriate learning experiences\, gain group management skills\, practice teaching methods to promote inquiry\, and gain skills in designing objectives\, lessons\, and assessments for EE programs using NC Essential Standards as a foundation. \nONLINE | Five Sessions\, Mondays and Thursdays\, July 18 – August 1\, 5 – 6:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/methods-of-teaching-environmental-education/2022-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SummerCamp-Creek-SalamanderHands-Jun21-scaled-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073106Z
CREATED:20260710T073106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073106Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Native Tree Identification Field B
DESCRIPTION:Western North Carolina’s lush mountain forests are home to dozens of species of trees. In this class\, students will learn how to identify many of the area’s tree species based on their habitat preferences\, individual characteristics\, including leaves\, and their uses both by humans and wildlife. \nONSITE | Friday\, July 29\, 2 – 4 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-native-tree-identification-field-b/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BLOG-GreatTrees-ScarletOak.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073103Z
CREATED:20260710T073103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073103Z
UID:1778780018748-1659088800-1659096000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Native Tree Identification Field A
DESCRIPTION:Western North Carolina’s lush mountain forests are home to dozens of species of trees. In this class\, students will learn how to identify many of the area’s tree species based on their habitat preferences\, individual characteristics\, including leaves\, and their uses both by humans and wildlife. \nONSITE | Friday\, July 29\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-native-tree-identification-field-a/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BLOG-GreatTrees-ScarletOak.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T183000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073053Z
CREATED:20260710T073053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073053Z
UID:1778780018744-1659027600-1659033000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Methods of Teaching Environmental Education
DESCRIPTION:MOTEE is a 10-hour workshop designed to help practitioners create inclusive and age appropriate learning experiences\, gain group management skills\, practice teaching methods to promote inquiry\, and gain skills in designing objectives\, lessons\, and assessments for EE programs using NC Essential Standards as a foundation. \nONLINE | Five Sessions\, Mondays and Thursdays\, July 18 – August 1\, 5 – 6:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/methods-of-teaching-environmental-education/2022-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SummerCamp-Creek-SalamanderHands-Jun21-scaled-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073100Z
CREATED:20260710T073100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073100Z
UID:1778780018747-1658916000-1658923200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Native Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:Western North Carolina’s lush mountain forests are home to dozens of species of trees. In this online class\, students will learn how to identify many of the area’s tree species based on their habitat preferences\, individual characteristics\, including leaves\, and their uses both by humans and wildlife. \nParticipants in the online class may register for a separate field experience offered on Friday\, July 29 or Saturday\, July 30. (Registration link provided in the course site on Schoology.) \nONLINE | Wednesday\, July 27\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nLEARN MORE \n 
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-native-tree-identification/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BLOG-GreatTrees-Sweetgum.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073018Z
CREATED:20260710T073018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073018Z
UID:1778780018722-1658912400-1658923200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Field Version
DESCRIPTION:In this entirely field-based class led by Naturalist Scott Dean\, you will learn to identify native mountain flora on the trail\, training your eyes and using a non-technical dichotomous keying system. Study the characteristics of plant families and the basics of plant communities all in place. While the focus is on summer wildflowers and trees\, you will also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. \nFIELD | Five Sessions: Wednesdays\, June 22\, 29\, July 6\, 13 & 27\, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.+ \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-field-version/2022-07-27/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bergamont-Wild-17-Jul-19-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073016Z
CREATED:20260710T073016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073016Z
UID:1778780018717-1658829600-1658833200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Online Version
DESCRIPTION:Learn to identify native mountain flora using a non-technical keying system\, while studying the characteristics of plant families\, the basics of plant community and the natural and the cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Scott Dean brings lore and botanica together in an engaging close-up look at the plants that add to our region’s marvelous ecological diversity. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Tuesdays\, June 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12 & 26\, 10 – 11 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-online-version/2022-07-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Cohosh-Black-10-Jul-19-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T183000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073053Z
CREATED:20260710T073053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073053Z
UID:1778780018743-1658768400-1658773800@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Methods of Teaching Environmental Education
DESCRIPTION:MOTEE is a 10-hour workshop designed to help practitioners create inclusive and age appropriate learning experiences\, gain group management skills\, practice teaching methods to promote inquiry\, and gain skills in designing objectives\, lessons\, and assessments for EE programs using NC Essential Standards as a foundation. \nONLINE | Five Sessions\, Mondays and Thursdays\, July 18 – August 1\, 5 – 6:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/methods-of-teaching-environmental-education/2022-07-25/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SummerCamp-Creek-SalamanderHands-Jun21-scaled-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073026Z
CREATED:20260710T073026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073026Z
UID:1778780018732-1658480400-1658484000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Plants of Promise Garden at the Arboretum. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. \nONSITE | Six Sessions: Fridays\, June 17 – July 22\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-2/2022-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/meditation-on-suffering-e1584559507601-1024x620-1-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T183000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073053Z
CREATED:20260710T073053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073053Z
UID:1778780018742-1658422800-1658428200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Methods of Teaching Environmental Education
DESCRIPTION:MOTEE is a 10-hour workshop designed to help practitioners create inclusive and age appropriate learning experiences\, gain group management skills\, practice teaching methods to promote inquiry\, and gain skills in designing objectives\, lessons\, and assessments for EE programs using NC Essential Standards as a foundation. \nONLINE | Five Sessions\, Mondays and Thursdays\, July 18 – August 1\, 5 – 6:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/methods-of-teaching-environmental-education/2022-07-21/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SummerCamp-Creek-SalamanderHands-Jun21-scaled-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073057Z
CREATED:20260710T073057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073057Z
UID:1778780018746-1658325600-1658332800@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Botanical Latin for Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:It is easy to fall for the poetry and charm of common plant names Who can resist the romance of plants with names like “Loves-lie bleeding\,” “forget-me-not” or “morning-noon-and[night”? However\, when understood and used appropriately\, botanical Latin can help in understanding the origin of a plant or important characteristics such as its form\, color\, shape or size. Based on the book “Latin for Gardeners\,” this class will explore the reasons to use Latin for plant names and how to use botanical Latin to improve gardening efforts. \nONLINE | Wednesday\, July 20\, 2 – 4 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/botanical-latin-for-gardeners/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsBeautifulToday_July2016_12.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T183000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073053Z
CREATED:20260710T073053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073053Z
UID:1778780018741-1658163600-1658169000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Methods of Teaching Environmental Education
DESCRIPTION:MOTEE is a 10-hour workshop designed to help practitioners create inclusive and age appropriate learning experiences\, gain group management skills\, practice teaching methods to promote inquiry\, and gain skills in designing objectives\, lessons\, and assessments for EE programs using NC Essential Standards as a foundation. \nONLINE | Five Sessions\, Mondays and Thursdays\, July 18 – August 1\, 5 – 6:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/methods-of-teaching-environmental-education/2022-07-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SummerCamp-Creek-SalamanderHands-Jun21-scaled-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220716T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220716T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073053Z
CREATED:20260710T073053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073053Z
UID:1778780018740-1657960200-1657985400@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Ferns & Fern Allies B
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the biology and identification of regional ferns. The workshop will be comprised of a classroom lecture and discussion of the biology and classification of this interesting group of plants\, and a field trip to Bent Creek and the neighboring Blue Ridge Parkway. Students should dress comfortably for short walks and bring a hand lens and writing materials. The class fulfills six hours of elective credit for the Blue Ridge Naturalist Certificate. \nFIELD | Saturday\, July 16\, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ferns-fern-allies-b/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Oppenheim_Fern.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073026Z
CREATED:20260710T073026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073026Z
UID:1778780018731-1657875600-1657879200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Plants of Promise Garden at the Arboretum. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. \nONSITE | Six Sessions: Fridays\, June 17 – July 22\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-2/2022-07-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/meditation-on-suffering-e1584559507601-1024x620-1-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073046Z
CREATED:20260710T073046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073046Z
UID:1778780018739-1657873800-1657899000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Ferns & Fern Allies A
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the biology and identification of regional ferns. The workshop will be comprised of a classroom lecture and discussion of the biology and classification of this interesting group of plants\, and a field trip to Bent Creek and the neighboring Blue Ridge Parkway. Students should dress comfortably for short walks and bring a hand lens and writing materials. The class fulfills six hours of elective credit for the Blue Ridge Naturalist Certificate. \nFIELD | Friday\, July 15\, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ferns-fern-allies-a/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Oppenheim_Fern.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073018Z
CREATED:20260710T073018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073018Z
UID:1778780018721-1657702800-1657713600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Field Version
DESCRIPTION:In this entirely field-based class led by Naturalist Scott Dean\, you will learn to identify native mountain flora on the trail\, training your eyes and using a non-technical dichotomous keying system. Study the characteristics of plant families and the basics of plant communities all in place. While the focus is on summer wildflowers and trees\, you will also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. \nFIELD | Five Sessions: Wednesdays\, June 22\, 29\, July 6\, 13 & 27\, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.+ \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-field-version/2022-07-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bergamont-Wild-17-Jul-19-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073043Z
CREATED:20260710T073043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073043Z
UID:1778780018738-1657697400-1657720800@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Birding the Craggies and Black Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Explore the higher elevations of the Southern Appalachians and look for some of the area’s most exciting birds. Expert guide Kevin Burke will help you look for the many species of warblers\, vireos\, and hard-to-identify Empidomax Flycatchers in higher elevations in spring. Other higher elevation breeding birds include Common Raven\, Brown Creeper\, Dark-eyed Junco\, Winter Wren\, Hermit Thrush\, and Red-breasted Nuthatch. The field experience will cover locations along the Blue Ridge Parkway\, including as far as Heintooga\, the most reliable spot in the last few years for Red Crossbills. Bring your binoculars and birding guides; You’ll likely add on to your birding life list on this enjoyable trip. \nFIELD | Wednesday\, July 13\, 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/birding-the-craggies-and-black-mountains/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Red-breasted-Nuthatch-BRP-NC-Sept-2016.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073016Z
CREATED:20260710T073016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073016Z
UID:1778780018716-1657620000-1657623600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Online Version
DESCRIPTION:Learn to identify native mountain flora using a non-technical keying system\, while studying the characteristics of plant families\, the basics of plant community and the natural and the cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Scott Dean brings lore and botanica together in an engaging close-up look at the plants that add to our region’s marvelous ecological diversity. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Tuesdays\, June 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12 & 26\, 10 – 11 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-online-version/2022-07-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Cohosh-Black-10-Jul-19-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T113000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073041Z
CREATED:20260710T073041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073041Z
UID:1778780018737-1657360800-1657366200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Loving Where You Live: Summer Woodland Walk with Scott Dean
DESCRIPTION:Join Naturalist Scott Dean for an immersive nature walk along the trails of the Arboretum forest to explore the natural world as it thrives in summer. Flowers and trees are blooming and critters are out and about and providing participants the opportunity to observe and discuss nature in its prime. Scott brings over 25 years of guiding wildflower hikes in Western North Carolina. His wisdom\, stories and folklore about our native flora are wildly entertaining as well as educational. \nONSITE | Saturday\, July 9\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/loving-where-you-live-summer-woodland-walk-with-scott-dean/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SummerGarden_webhero.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073026Z
CREATED:20260710T073026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073026Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Plants of Promise Garden at the Arboretum. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. \nONSITE | Six Sessions: Fridays\, June 17 – July 22\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-2/2022-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073036Z
CREATED:20260710T073036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073036Z
UID:1778780018736-1657188000-1657206000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Aquatic Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Many insects spend their egg and larval stages in local streams\, ponds and rivers. This immersive field experience starts at Willow Pond\, the Arboretum’s new outdoor educational center\, and ends at an area set aside for research at Bent Creek. You’ll get plenty of feet-in-water and hands-on-nets time with class\, designed with Citizen Science data collection in mind. Learn to identify and understand Benthic Macroinvertebrates that spend most of their lives in or on the water. Studying their life cycles and sampling various parts of a watershed can tell us about the health of our local and regional water ecology. Students should come equipped with curiosity\, a hand lens and a bag lunch. Come dressed appropriately for light hiking and stream research. Boots or waders are a must. \nONSITE | Thursday\, July 7\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/aquatic-habitats/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073018Z
CREATED:20260710T073018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073018Z
UID:1778780018720-1657098000-1657108800@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Field Version
DESCRIPTION:In this entirely field-based class led by Naturalist Scott Dean\, you will learn to identify native mountain flora on the trail\, training your eyes and using a non-technical dichotomous keying system. Study the characteristics of plant families and the basics of plant communities all in place. While the focus is on summer wildflowers and trees\, you will also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. \nFIELD | Five Sessions: Wednesdays\, June 22\, 29\, July 6\, 13 & 27\, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.+ \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-field-version/2022-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073016Z
CREATED:20260710T073016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073016Z
UID:1778780018715-1657015200-1657018800@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Online Version
DESCRIPTION:Learn to identify native mountain flora using a non-technical keying system\, while studying the characteristics of plant families\, the basics of plant community and the natural and the cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Scott Dean brings lore and botanica together in an engaging close-up look at the plants that add to our region’s marvelous ecological diversity. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Tuesdays\, June 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12 & 26\, 10 – 11 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-online-version/2022-07-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073026Z
CREATED:20260710T073026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073026Z
UID:1778780018729-1656666000-1656669600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Plants of Promise Garden at the Arboretum. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. \nONSITE | Six Sessions: Fridays\, June 17 – July 22\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-2/2022-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073028Z
CREATED:20260710T073028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073028Z
UID:1778780018735-1656581400-1656603000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:The Romance of Plants: A Heart-Centered Approach to Making Herbal Medicines
DESCRIPTION:Taught by herbalist Michelle Bouton\, this herbal intensive onsite at the Arboretum encourages us to remember the excitement and mystery of getting to know a plant. Move beyond the field guide for a heart-centered approach to plants\, engendering reciprocal relationship as practiced by earth medicine-based cultures. Starting with gratitude and balance results in powerful medicine! We will explore ethical considerations of planting and harvesting and how we can support resilience of at-risk species in our area before diving into into hands-on medicine-making together. \nONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursdays\, June 23 & 30\, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/the-romance-of-plants-a-heart-centered-approach-to-making-herbal-medicines/2022-06-30/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073018Z
CREATED:20260710T073018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073018Z
UID:1778780018719-1656493200-1656504000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Field Version
DESCRIPTION:In this entirely field-based class led by Naturalist Scott Dean\, you will learn to identify native mountain flora on the trail\, training your eyes and using a non-technical dichotomous keying system. Study the characteristics of plant families and the basics of plant communities all in place. While the focus is on summer wildflowers and trees\, you will also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. \nFIELD | Five Sessions: Wednesdays\, June 22\, 29\, July 6\, 13 & 27\, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.+ \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-field-version/2022-06-29/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073016Z
CREATED:20260710T073016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073016Z
UID:1778780018714-1656410400-1656414000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Online Version
DESCRIPTION:Learn to identify native mountain flora using a non-technical keying system\, while studying the characteristics of plant families\, the basics of plant community and the natural and the cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Scott Dean brings lore and botanica together in an engaging close-up look at the plants that add to our region’s marvelous ecological diversity. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Tuesdays\, June 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12 & 26\, 10 – 11 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-online-version/2022-06-28/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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