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SUMMARY:Hidden in Plain Sight
DESCRIPTION:Hidden in Plain Sight\nwith Eric Young \nThursday\, October 22 |  1 – 3pm \nBRN – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nWildlife plays tricks on each other to survive.  Predators blend-in to surprise prey.  The prey blends in to hide from predators. Not only will participants discover some of the best camouflaged animals in nature but they will also have their observation skills tested. There are many ways that nature hides wildlife\, join naturalist/environmental educator\, Eric Young\, and come find out the many adaptations wildlife employs to stay alive. \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. \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●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/hidden-in-plain-sight/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Appalachian Ecology
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Appalachian Ecology\nwith Dan Lazar \nWedesday\, October 21  |  1 – 3pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Core \nRegister Here!\nFrom the flood plain of the French Broad River to the summit of Mount Mitchel\, we will explore the diverse ecological communities that make up the Blue Ridge Bioregion. We will learn why spruce trees are found only on the summits of our highest mountains: why the Southern Appalachians are the lungless salamander capital of the world; and how deer and ants determine where trilliums grow. Part illustrated lecture and part on-site field trip\, this class serves as an introduction to all Special Topics in Ecology classes offered through the Blue Ridge Naturalist Program. \nThis program takes place in the classroom and outdoors. Please come prepared to walk on gentle\, yet uneven terrain\, and dress appropriately for the weather. \n Dan Lazar served for many years as the director of education at the Western North Carolina Nature Center\, followed by several years as executive director of the Colburn Earth Science Museum. Dan has a degree in forest biology from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry and has been an instructor in the Blue Ridge Naturalist program since 2005. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/introduction-to-appalachian-ecology-october-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
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SUMMARY:Bonsai Exhibit Talk and Tour with Arthur Joura
DESCRIPTION:Bonsai Exhibit Talk and Tour with Arthur Joura\nTuesday\, October 20  |  5:30 – 7pm \nRegister Here!\nJoin Bonsai Curator Arthur Joura on this entertaining and informative after-hours tour of the garden at its peak in autumn\, a fitting showcase for the specimens and the miniature landscapes. As Joura says\, “The two things are one: The garden is designed to elevate the experience of bonsai\, and the bonsai never look better than when they’re on display in the garden.” \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. \nArthur Joura has been the bonsai curator at the Arboretum since 1992 and oversaw the design and development of the Arboretum’s Bonsai Exhibition Garden. Joura augmented early training in fine art and studied bonsai with some of the leading bonsai authorities in the United States and in Japan. His greatest teachers are trees\, however. His love of hiking and photographing trees in nature has shaped the Arboretum’s collection and firmly rooted it in a regional identify — one that elevates naturalism in art and the use of traditional bonsai species alongside species native to the Southern Appalachian mountains — creating in the process one of the most acclaimed public collections of bonsai in the country. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/bonsai-talk-and-tour-october-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T100000
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SUMMARY:Sound Bath in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Sound Bath\nwith Asheville Wellness Tours \nSaturday\, October 17  |  10 – 11:30 am \nRegister Here!\nExperience the magic of Sound Baths in the Gardens. While relaxing amongst the flora\, be soothed by the sounds of unique instruments used to reset your nervous system. This 60-minute pause from your day-to-day will be nestled in the gardens of The NC Arboretum: a nature home away from home. If it’s raining\, don’t worry. There is a beautiful indoor space with large windows overlooking the forest so you can still soak in the magic without being actually soaked. \nYour ticket grants you access into The NC Arboretum (feel free to explore their exhibits afterwards!). You can bring your own mat or borrow one of ours for $5. \n Asheville Wellness Tours offers customizable wellness and yoga retreats and experiences in the mountains of Western North Carolina. While our mission is to help you reconnect with yourself\, with others\, and with nature\, we’re also here to have fun! We love to intertwine interesting\, insightful\, and rejuvenating experiences so you can enjoy a truly meaningful time here in beautiful Asheville. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/sound-bath-october-2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T160000
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SUMMARY:Fall Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Fall Tree ID\nWith Lauren Lampley \nFriday\, October 16  |  1pm – 4pm \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●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/fall-tree-id-october-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T160000
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SUMMARY:History and Archaeology of the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:History and Archaeology of the Arboretum\nwith Bob and Mary Noel \nFriday\, October 16  |  1 – 4pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nThe land that makes up The North Carolina Arboretum has been home to different human groups over a span of more than 15\,000 years. It has had many uses and been shaped by those who lived here. This walk\, led by archaeologists Bob and Mary Noel\, will give participants a chance to see and hear about past occupants of this land\, and even a little history about how it became the state’s Arboretum. \nBob and Mary Noel both had long careers as archaeologists with the US Forest Service. Bob worked mostly in North Carolina where he recorded thousands of sites on national forest lands here. Most of Mary’s archaeological work was in Idaho and Ohio. Both of them have been active in living history programs as well\, most recently with the Heritage Alliance in Jonesborough\, Tennessee. The Noels now have a consulting firm and still do archaeological survey projects. Mary can be found working at the Arboretum’s Baker Information desk several days a week\, sharing her knowledge of local trails\, gardens and history. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/history-and-archaeology-of-the-arboretum/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T160000
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SUMMARY:LET THERE BE LIGHT!!: Mosaic Glass Block Lamp Workshop
DESCRIPTION:LET THERE BE LIGHT!!: Mosaic Glass Block Lamp Workshop\nwith Linda Pannullo \nFriday\, October 16  |  10 – 4pm \nRegister Here!\nBring some light into these short days!! Convert a 7″ Glass Block into a stunning mosaic table lamp. Great class for beginners – you will learn basic mosaic skills using glass nippers\, running pliers and glass scorer. The afternoon will be spent covering both sides of the block. Grout if preferred\, will be done at home and there will be a link to a grouting demo. Class comes with a complete kit that contains glass block\, light for the inside\, a rainbow array of cathedral glass cut into 3″ x 1″ pieces\, handout\, glue\, paintbrush\, popsicle sticks\, grout\, glass embellishments and extra glass for practice. All tools will be provided for the class. \nLinda Pannullo is a local mosaic artist that uses both traditional and contemporary for my art. Her work ranges from the whimsical to fine art\, from eclectic materials to the traditional stained glass and 3D sculptures. She loves to teach and currently instructs at the John C Campbell Folk School in Brasstown\, NC\, Olive’s Porch\, the Purple Crayon and Trackside Studios in Asheville. She is very fond of FUNctional Art and love bringing new folks into the mosaic world. One of her biggest honors is to be the 1st mosaic artist to exhibit at the NC Arboretum and have a permanent mosaic installation\, Nature’s Throne there. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/let-mosaic-glass-block-lamp-workshop-october-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T110000
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SUMMARY:Autumn Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Plein Air Painting in the Gardens\nwith Erika Busse \nTuesday\, October 13  |  9 – 11 am \nRegister Here!\nThere is no better way to relax and connect with your creative side and nature than en plein air painting. In this class\, artist Erika Busse will teach you how to paint an original Appalachian inspired artwork outside at the beautiful North Carolina Arboretum. She will take you through each step of the painting process\, all skill levels are welcomed and all supplies are provided. \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. \nErika Busse moved to Asheville in 2017 after graduating from the University of Alabama with degrees in art and business. She is a small business owner of her full time artist business\, sharing mountain inspired painting and printmaking with the world. She has been teaching plein air painting classes since 2021. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/autumn-plein-air-painting-in-the-gardens-oct/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T160000
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SUMMARY:Southern Appalachian Birds Through the Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Southern Appalachian Birds Through the Seasons\nwith Carlton Burke \nSatuday\, October 10  |  12 – 4pm \nBRN – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nSince birds are capable of long distance flights and many engage in annual migration rituals\, their presence in our area often changes in relation to the seasons of the year. In this class we will discuss the seasonal patterns of southern Appalachian birds and focus on some of the major species and their annual life cycles. As part of this program\, there will be a “lab” portion where students will be able to meet some live birds and participate in other hands-on components to deepen the learning. \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 rehabilitat \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/southern-appalachian-birds-through-the-seasons-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T150000
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SUMMARY:Fall Ecology Walk
DESCRIPTION:Fall Ecology Walk\nwith Dan Lazar \nFriday\, October 9  |  1:30 – 3pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nParticipants will walk through the garden and then head into the Arboretum Forest on easily accessible trails. Along the way we’ll take in autumn wildflowers and the changing hues on autumn’s rich palette of colors apparent on the diverse species of our native trees. We’ll learn how each autumn in Southern Appalachia is different\, due in part to this biological diversity and changing climate conditions over the course of the year. \nThis program takes place in the classroom and outdoors. Please come prepared to walk on gentle\, yet uneven terrain\, and dress appropriately for the weather. \nDan Lazar served for many years as the director of education at the Western North Carolina Nature Center\, followed by several years as executive director of the Colburn Earth Science Museum. Dan has a degree in forest biology from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry and has been an instructor in the Blue Ridge Naturalist program since 2005. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/fall-ecology-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T130000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Permaculture Design
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Permaculture Design\nwith Jennifer Verprauskus \nFriday\, October 9  |  10 am – 1pm \nBREG – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nPermaculture is a design approach that works with nature rather than against it\, creating landscapes that are productive\, resilient\, and regenerative. In this introductory workshop\, participants will learn the foundational ethics and principles of permaculture and discover how thoughtful design can reduce maintenance\, conserve resources\, improve biodiversity\, and create beautiful\, functional outdoor spaces. \nThrough discussion\, examples\, and hands-on exercises\, attendees will explore how to observe natural patterns\, understand site conditions\, and apply simple design strategies to gardens\, homesteads\, and residential landscapes. Whether you are a homeowner\, gardener\, designer\, or simply curious about sustainable living\, this class provides practical tools for creating landscapes that thrive over time. \nJennifer Verprauskus is a North Carolina Licensed Landscape Architect and a Permaculture Design Certificate Holder. She studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Massachusetts & Cal Poly. Since graduating\, she has traveled the world to help people grow trees and their own food. She is the founder of both UpBeet Landscapes and BareRoot Designs\, PLLC. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/introduction-to-permaculture-design/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T143000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Bonsai: Cultivating Your Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai: Cultivating Your Appreciation\nwith Rebecca Ayres \nThursday\, October 8  |  1 – 2:30pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nDo you enjoy visiting the bonsai collection at the Arboretum but wish you had a deeper understanding of the art of bonsai? If you’d like to learn more about the cultivation and shaping of bonsai\, but don’t necessarily want grow your own\, this class is for you. It will cover the history of bonsai from ancient China to the Arboretum’s Bonsai Exhibition Garden. It will show the aesthetic qualities that are desirable in bonsai. While this course doesn’t cover all the detailed information you’d want for growing your own little trees\, it does discuss how bonsai are started\, nurtured\, pruned\, root-pruned\, and wired. You’ll get behind-the-scenes views of the care of bonsai at the Arboretum and learn what makes the Arboretum’s bonsai display special. You’ll get some tips on where and when to see bonsai at the Arboretum and other public displays. \nRebecca Ayres is a ceramic artist and gardener. A longtime Arboretum volunteer\, she is the assistant to the bonsai curator and helps with overseeing the exhibition garden\, the collection and the Carolina Bonsai Expo. She is a member of the Blue Ridge Bonsai Society\, where she has taught workshops and classes\, and is a graduate of the Arboretum’s Blue Ridge Naturalist program. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/the-art-of-bonsai-cultivating-your-appreciation/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T160000
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SUMMARY:Weave Kudzu Vines Into a Basket
DESCRIPTION:Weave Kudzu Vines Into a Basket\nwith Carleigh Fairchild \nWednesday\, October 7  |  10am – 4pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nTurn wild vines into a basket in this hands-on kudzu weaving workshop. Kudzu\, often thought of as an invasive plant\, offers a surprising gift: strong\, flexible vines that make for beautiful\, functional baskets. In this workshop you’ll learn how to identify\, harvest\, and prepare kudzu responsibly\, turning an abundant wild plant into a useful basket. Together we’ll explore weaving techniques and create baskets that reflect each of our creativity. Come away with your own handmade basket\, practical knowledge for future projects\, and a new appreciation for kudzu. There will be a 30 minute lunch break and materials will be provided. If you have sharp pruners\, feel free to bring them along! \nCarleigh Fairchild has a deep love for the Earth. She gardens\, keeps bees\, wild harvests\, processes animals\, tans hides\, weaves baskets\, and finds joy in time spent around the fire. As the founder of Human Nature Connection LLC\, she is dedicated to helping others rediscover respectful and collaborative relationships with the more then human world. Carleigh’s journey—including 86 days on the survival show ALONE in Patagonia—deepened her understanding of belonging and connection. With over 25 years of experience\, she teaches both online and in-person classes in Western North Carolina\, weaving together earth skills\, community\, and healing. Carleigh is also a NIASZIIH bodywork healer and instructor at Wilderness Fusion\, integrating body\, earth\, and spirit in her practice. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/fall-garden-weave-kudzu-vines-into-a-basket-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T134706Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Garden Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fall Garden Photography Workshop\nwith Cami Calnan \nWednesday\, October 7  |  10am – 12pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nDo you want to learn to take better seasonal fall photos in the gardens? Join us for a hands-on workshop where we use whatever camera you are working with to learn tips\, tricks\, and techniques to take the photos you are hoping to capture. Bring your phone\, a point and shoot camera\, digital SLR or film SLR camera. This class is for all levels of photographers. \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. \nCamilla Calnan is an Asheville based photographer since 2000 and has been a longtime friend and supporter of the NC Arboretum. She works to support the community and region through her photography\, capturing the uniqueness that makes the Asheville area what it is. Tirelessly working to photograph nature\, landscape\, portrait\, event\, wedding\, commercial/corporate\, product\, farm\, food\, restaurant\, individual\, and family photos\, Camilla strives to fill the everchanging needs of our community. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/fall-garden-photography-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T130827Z
CREATED:20260818T130827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T130827Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical Drawing for Beginners (4-sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Botanical Drawing for Beginners (4-sessions)\nwith Camille Daunno \n4 sessions \nTuesdays October 6th through the 27th  |  10 am – 1 pm \nRegister Here!\n  \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●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/botanical-drawing-for-beginners-4-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T103000
DTSTAMP:20260818T120816Z
CREATED:20260818T120647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T120816Z
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SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Birding for Beginners\nwith Shane Myers \nTuesday\, October 6  |  9 – 10:30am \nBRN – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \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. \nShane Myers’ interest in nature began as a child with a love of dinosaurs. This quickly grew to include fossils\, insects\, and reptiles\, and learning from the notes his grandparents kept of the birds that came to their feeders in Toledo\, Ohio.  He has a Bachelors of Science in Wildlife Biology and did most of his undergraduate work on dragonflies and damselflies. He’s assisted in outreach and education for plant conservation groups\, Odonata Groups\, and various bird groups. Shane currently works for the Adult Education department at the NC Arboretum. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/birding-for-beginners-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260817T181907Z
CREATED:20260817T181907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T181907Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Retreat: The Experience of Fall
DESCRIPTION:Forest Bathing Retreat: The Experience of Fall\nwith Asheville Wellness Tours \nSaturday\, October 3  |  2 – 5pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nJoin us for a celebration of autumn delights during this restorative afternoon nature connection retreat! From fall foliage to the monarch migration\, we will immerse ourselves in the kaleidoscope that is autumn in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enlivening our senses\, calming our weary minds\, and lingering in liminality. Together\, we will discover natural pathways to equilibrium that will help us navigate life’s ups and downs\, as well as the upcoming holiday season. \nYour guide\, Kelly Bruce\, will lead you on a colorful journey through the fall forest\, weaving mindfulness\, breathwork\, forest bathing and nature therapy together for a restorative afternoon on some of the trails less traveled at the North Carolina Arboretum. We’ll celebrate the experience in community\, enjoying a special 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. \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●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/forest-bathing-retreat-the-experience-of-fall/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T174758Z
CREATED:20260819T165234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T174758Z
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Walk and Talk - Spiders
DESCRIPTION:Naturalist Walk and Talk – Spiders\nwith Shane Myers \nSaturday\, October 3  |  1 – 3pm \nBRN – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nWalk around the Arboretum with our staff naturalists and talk about what we see around us. We might see plants and animals\, and evidence of them going about their lives in our backyard. Topics will be based on what we see and experience and whatever questions that come up\, so every class has the potential to be quite different. \nThis month we will focus on the Spiders of the Arboretum. \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. \nShane Myers’ interest in nature began as a child with a love of dinosaurs. This quickly grew to include fossils\, insects\, and reptiles\, and learning from the notes his grandparents kept of the birds that came to their feeders in Toledo\, Ohio.  He has a Bachelors of Science in Wildlife Biology and did most of his undergraduate work on dragonflies and damselflies. He’s assisted in outreach and education for plant conservation groups\, Odonata Groups\, and various bird groups. Shane currently works for the Adult Education department at the NC Arboretum. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/naturalist-walk-and-talk-spiders/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T163000
DTSTAMP:20260817T184406Z
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SUMMARY:Bonsai in a Day: Learn\, Create\, Take Home
DESCRIPTION:Bonsai in a Day: Learn\, Create\, Take Home\nwith Rebecca Ayres \nSaturday\, October 3  |  9:30 am – 4:30pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nAlthough it has its roots in ancient Asian traditions\, the living art of bonsai now enjoys enthusiasts throughout much of the world. This class will provide the basic concepts and skills for novices to begin growing and shaping their own miniature trees. The first half of the class will cover the fundamental horticultural and aesthetic principles of bonsai. It will include such topics as tree selection\, watering\, pest control\, pruning\, wiring\, and styling. In the second half of the class\, each participant will receive a pot\, scissors\, wire\, and planting medium. With guidance from the instructor\, the students will create their own bonsai to take home. Materials included in registration. \nRebecca Ayres is a ceramic artist and gardener. A longtime Arboretum volunteer\, she is the assistant to the bonsai curator and helps with overseeing the exhibition garden\, the collection and the Carolina Bonsai Expo. She is a member of the Blue Ridge Bonsai Society\, where she has taught workshops and classes\, and is a graduate of the Arboretum’s Blue Ridge Naturalist program. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/bonsai-in-a-day-learn-create-take-home-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260817T165134Z
CREATED:20260817T165134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T165134Z
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SUMMARY:Rooted & Regulated: Adaptogens and Herbal Allies for Blood Sugar\, Stress & Nervous System Balance
DESCRIPTION:Rooted & Regulated: Adaptogens and Herbal Allies for Blood Sugar\, Stress & Nervous System Balance\nwith Catherine Willows \nFriday\, October 2  |  1 – 3:30pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nPlants have long supported the body’s ability to adapt\, regulate\, and restore balance. In this class\, we’ll explore how adaptogens and other plant allies can support stress resilience\, nervous system regulation\, and healthy blood sugar. Drawing on herbal traditions and a lifestyle medicine lens\, we’ll look at how the body’s systems are deeply interconnected\, and how the plant world offers gentle\, effective\, time-tested tools for supporting all of them. Expect an engaging blend of herbal science\, traditional use\, and practical takeaways — including aligned lifestyle practices — and the chance to meet some of these plants in person. \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. \nCatherine Willows is a Registered Nurse\, Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach\, and Transformational Creativity Coach\, and founder of Willows Coaching and Consulting. \nWhile holding sacred space\, she guides adults in awakening their inner creativity — moving beyond the demands of daily life into greater flow\, self-discovery\, and joy through intuitive art-making processes. \nCatherine believes creativity and our connection to the natural world are deeply interwoven  — both vital pillars of wellbeing\, supporting nervous system regulation and inner equanimity\, and together essential for living a meaningful\, embodied life aligned with purpose and authentic expression. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/rooted-regulated-adaptogens-and-herbal-allies/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T173111Z
CREATED:20260817T172702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T173111Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Fall Tree ID\nWith Hannah Lilly and Ben Warfield \nFriday\, October 2  |  1pm – 3pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nJoin this group as we talk about how to identify the trees of Western North Carolina as they start to lose their leaves. Many of our native species are identifiable even when they’re dormant\, and learning this practice is a rewarding and useful skill for all naturalists. We will talk about how to use the bark\, twigs\, and more to be able to recognize new and familiar trees in our region. \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. \nHannah Lilly is a Botanist and Ecologist interested in the connection between plants\, people\, and their environment. She studied Biology with a concentration in Ecology\, Evolution\, and the Environment (BS) at Appalachian State University. She has since worked for the North Carolina and Virginia Natural Heritage Programs conducting field work to monitor rare and sensitive plant species\, and to help conserve the truly special natural communities of The Southern Appalachians. Currently\, Hannah is a Botany Technician with the US Forest Service- Pisgah in partnership with The Conservation Corps of NC\, through which her understanding of WNC ecology and land management is ever growing. Hannah loves to slow down\, notice the details\, and revel in the whimsy of the natural world with others. \nBen Warfield graduated from NC State University with a degree in wildlife biology\, where he took many classes centered on species identification and ecosystem measurement. While at NC State\, he helped teach tree identification and wildlife survey techniques during several field courses offered by the university. He currently works as a botany technician for the United States Forest Service and the Conservation Corps of North Carolina\, with most of his work focused on the Pisgah National Forest. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/fall-tree-id-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260815T173838Z
CREATED:20260812T170042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T173838Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Fall Tree ID\nWith Lauren Lampley \nFriday\, September 26  |  1 – 4pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \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●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/fall-tree-id/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T190000
DTSTAMP:20260818T191546Z
CREATED:20260812T163404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T191546Z
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SUMMARY:Bats of the NC Arboretum with Mist Netting Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Bats of the NC Arboretum with Mist Netting Demonstration\nwith Megan Zeger and team \nFriday\, September 25  |  7 – 9pm \nBRN – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nThe NC Arboretum hosts a variety of bat species in our forests. Join a group of biologists for a presentation about the recent acoustic bat study they conducted on the Arboretum’s property this summer and which species they found. Then\, once the presentation is over\, join the crew out in the woods for a mist netting demonstration if weather allows. During this class\, you will learn all about the different species of bats that call the NC Arboretum home\, how biologists collect data about bat presence in a location using microphones\, and even might have the chance to see live\, wild bats up close and personal! \nParticipants will not be handling the bats\, and the bats will only be handled by the trained biologists. \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. \nMegan Zeger is a graduate student at Virginia Tech studying four imperiled bat species in the Asheville\, NC area. She has been studying and working with wildlife in the southern Appalachians since 2018 when she started her undergraduate program in wildlife conservation. She has been working with bats since 2022 and has done research on various species in Maryland\, North Carolina\, Utah\, Virginia\, West Virginia\, and Wyoming. \nJessica Davey is a wildlife biologist currently working for Virginia Tech’s Conservation and Management Institute. Having graduated from Lees-McRae College in 2021\, she has since worked primarily as a bat researcher in six different states. Her experience ranges from Mist netting and acoustic surveys to conducting hibernacula and white-nose swabbing in the caves of Florida. She hopes to continue gaining as much knowledge as she can about the world’s only flying mammal. \nKatie Kadkovsky is a recent Biology graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill. While there\, she worked in molecular biology labs at Chapel Hill and Duke studying fungi. Katie was introduced to the bat world at UNC-CH via acoustic surveys of NC’s sky islands. Currently\, she is a wildlife biologist with Virginia Tech CMI helping characterize the presence of tri-colored bats in the greater Asheville area to support conservation practices. \nLiam Jawish is a recent graduate from Virginia Tech! He is currently working as a wildlife biologist surveying bats in Asheville\, NC. He previously worked on Jaguar surveys in Belize\, CA\, and bear work in central Virginia. \nLucy Kraus is a wildlife biologist with the Conservation Management Institute at Virginia Tech. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2026 with a degree in environmental science. In the past\, she has worked in prescribed fire and environmental education. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/bats-of-the-nc-arboretum-with-mist-netting-demonstration/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T100000
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SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Walking Meditation & Qigong\nwith Jenne Sluder \nFriday\, September 25  |  9 – 10am \nRegister Here!\n  \nEnjoy a slow\, mindful walking meditation through the gardens\, practicing breath awareness and sensory attention to touch the deep peace and simple wonders of quiet time in nature. This session begins with a series of gentle and easy Qigong movements to clear the mind\, release tension\, support the body and brain’s natural healing processes\, and generate a sense of inner calm. \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. \nJenne Sluder\, MA C-IAYT holds a Master’s in Transpersonal Psychology: Ecopsychology from Naropa University. She is a certified yoga therapist\, mind-body specialist\, and meditation instructor. Jenne is also an environmental educator and spent her undergrad years working and studying under the direct mentorship of Thomas Berry and Joseph Cornell at the Center for Education\, Imagination\, and the Natural World\, continuing her studies in nature-based rites of passage with the School of Lost Borders and the Earth-Based Institute. An Asheville native\, Jenne works one-on-one with individuals and with groups using mindfulness-based\, nature-based\, and compassion-centric mind-body therapies towards personal and collective well-being. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-sept2026/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T150000
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SUMMARY:Long-term Effects of Hurricane Helene on Southern Appalachian Ecosystems
DESCRIPTION:Long-term Effects of Hurricane Helene on Southern Appalachian Ecosystems\nwith Dan Lazar \nWednesday\, September 23  |  1 pm – 3 pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nIt has been two years since hurricane Helene ravaged the ecosystems of Western North Carolina\, uprooting trees and causing major flooding along mountain rivers and streams. How have the animals and plants of the affected areas responded to this historic event?  Where do songbirds go to escape hurricane winds?  How can fish and aquatic invertebrates tolerate such massive flooding?  What factors determine which trees are toppled and which survive?  We will investigate the long-term effects of Hurricane Helene on the natural plant and animal communities of Western North Carolina during this illustrated lecture followed by a short walk on Arboretum grounds to observe the ongoing recovery of hurricane-damaged areas. \nDan Lazar served for many years as the director of education at the Western North Carolina Nature Center\, followed by several years as executive director of the Colburn Earth Science Museum. Dan has a degree in forest biology from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry and has been an instructor in the Blue Ridge Naturalist program since 2005. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/long-term-effects-of-hurricane-helene-on-southern-appalachian-ecosystems/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T222110Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Mind-Body Wellness Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Mind-Body Wellness Retreat\nwith Jenne Sluder \nTuesday\, September 22 |  10 am – 4pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nSet aside a day for quiet reflection and renewal at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville\, centering themes from the poetry of W.S. Merwin. Calm your mind\, refresh your spirit\, and relax your body and nervous system with a gentle immersion into mind-body centering practices both indoors and in nature. Expect slow\, mindful yoga and qigong\, guided meditation\, progressive relaxation + sound bath\, contemplative readings from W.S. Merwin\, and time for personal journaling and quiet time in nature. All mind-body practices will be gentle and accessible\, including the choice to do any seated movements or meditations in a chair or on a cushion according to your own body’s needs. \nJenne Sluder\, MA C-IAYT holds a Master’s in Transpersonal Psychology: Ecopsychology from Naropa University. She is a certified yoga therapist\, mind-body specialist\, and meditation instructor. Jenne is also an environmental educator and spent her undergrad years working and studying under the direct mentorship of Thomas Berry and Joseph Cornell at the Center for Education\, Imagination\, and the Natural World\, continuing her studies in nature-based rites of passage with the School of Lost Borders and the Earth-Based Institute. An Asheville native\, Jenne works one-on-one with individuals and with groups using mindfulness-based\, nature-based\, and compassion-centric mind-body therapies towards personal and collective well-being. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/using-hedgerows-in-your-garden-design/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260815T173642Z
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SUMMARY:Reptiles of Western North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Reptiles of Western North Carolina\nwith Carlton Burke \nSaturday\, September 19  |  12 – 4pm \nBRN – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nThe Southern Appalachian Mountain region hosts an interesting combination of cold-blooded reptiles\, based largely on various factors such as the diverse mountain elevations and the unique forest and other habitat types. Species here range from the endangered and threatened Bog Turtle and Timber Rattlesnake to more common species such as the Black Rat Snake and Northern Fence Lizard. Participants in this class will learn about the various reptile species in western North Carolina\, their life cycles and habitats\, and threats and conservation efforts in place to protect them. In addition\, some live mountain reptiles will be joining us as special guests. \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●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/reptiles-of-western-north-carolina-3/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T153000
DTSTAMP:20260815T171329Z
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SUMMARY:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-sessions)\nwith Jennifer Verprauskus \nFriday\, September 18  |  1 – 3:30pm \nFriday\, September 25  |  1 – 3:30pm \nBREG – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nStudents will learn the fundamentals of landscape design in a two-part class that introduces participants to design principles\, site assessment and planning\, among other topics. Gain a better understanding of what comes into play in creating and managing sustainable and aesthetically appealing landscapes. We will also brush on some basic permaculture design practices. You will come away empowered to be more creative\, instinctive\, decisive and purposeful in understanding good design and more adept at recognizing what’s not. \nJennifer Verprauskus is a North Carolina Licensed Landscape Architect and a Permaculture Design Certificate Holder. She studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Massachusetts & Cal Poly. Since graduating\, she has traveled the world to help people grow trees and their own food. She is the founder of both UpBeet Landscapes and BareRoot Designs\, PLLC. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/landscape-design-fundamentals-2-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T143000
DTSTAMP:20260815T162656Z
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SUMMARY:How Plants Grow: A Close Look at Plant Growth and Structures
DESCRIPTION:How Plants Grow: A Close Look at Plant Growth and Structures\nwith Alexandra Holland \nFriday\, September 18  |  1 – 2:30pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nBuilding on Beginning Botany\, this class examines the variety of plant cells and tissues\, how they are organized to support plant functions\, and how they mature as a plant grows. We’ll explore the structural similarities and differences between plants as small as a trout lily and as large as a white oak.  Prerequisite:  Beginning Botany \nAlexandra Holland has a passion for getting people excited about the natural world through classes\, hikes\, and photography.  She graduated from Duke University and earned her master’s degree in botany from the University of Texas at Austin.  While in Texas\, Alexandra managed the UTEX Culture Collection of Algae at UT Austin and volunteered with education programs at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.  Upon moving to Asheville\, she began volunteering with the NC Arboretum’s youth education programs.  In 2008 she was in the first class of students to be certified as Blue Ridge Naturalists.   Alexandra teaches botany classes at the NC Arboretum and leads nature hikes in Western NC for groups of all ages. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/how-plants-grow-a-close-look-at-plant-growth-and-structures-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260815T172922Z
CREATED:20260806T132419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T172922Z
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SUMMARY:Geology of the Blue Ridge Field Class
DESCRIPTION:Geology of the Blue Ridge Field Class\nwith Anton DuMars \nThursday\, September 17  |  11am – 5pm \nBRN – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nOn this Field Experience\, we will observe and interpret evidence of Appalachian mountain-building events. Participants can put their hands on a 380+/- million-year-old pluton and observe their post-uplift weathering\, jointing\, and exfoliation. In addition\, participants observe and interpret river processes\, transport\, and depositional environments of sediments derived from up-gradient sources. The experience includes on-site geologic map reading and interpretation. \nThis off-site program has stops in the Pisgah Forest near Brevard NC along The Pisgah Highway including Daniel Ridge and the Davidson River. \nThis program provides transportation to and from the class location using our minibus. We will meet at the Arboretum and return to the Arboretum. If you prefer to meet us there\, you will want to let us know and we will tell you where to meet.  \nThis program will take place outside and will follow easy to moderate trails. Dress for the weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nAnton DuMars\, a resident of Black Mountain\, NC\, is an adjunct professor at the College of Charleston. His geological interests include fluvial\, deltaic\, and coastal processes. Ideally\, he’s spending time on a hiking trail or aboard his sailboat. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We 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. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/geology-of-the-blue-ridge-field-class-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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