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Hawkwatch at Grandfather Mountain

Hawkwatch at Grandfather Mountain

by | Aug 6, 2026

Hawkwatch at Grandfather Mountain with Lauren Lampley Wednesday, September 16  |  9 am – 3 pm BRN – Elective Register Here!   Ever wonder where our migratory hawks go in the wintertime? Join Arboretum and Grandfather Mountain staff on a day filled with...
River Systems of the Blue Ridge

River Systems of the Blue Ridge

by | Aug 6, 2026

River Systems of the Blue Ridge with Anton DuMars Friday, September 11  |  12 – 4pm BRN – Core Register Here!   Water is essential to life but is also a powerful agent of change. Rivers, through both daily processes and catastrophic floods, shape...
Walking Meditation & Qigong

Walking Meditation & Qigong

by | Aug 6, 2026

Walking Meditation & Qigong with Jenne Sluder Friday, August 28  |  9 – 10am Register Here!   Enjoy a slow, mindful walking meditation through the gardens, practicing breath awareness and sensory attention to touch the deep peace and simple wonders of...
An introduction to the Amphibians of the Southern Appalachians

An introduction to the Amphibians of the Southern Appalachians

by | Aug 6, 2026

An Introduction to the Amphibians of the Southern Appalachians with Carlton Burke Saturday, August 22  |  12 – 4pm BRN – Core Register Here!   The forested slopes, mountain streams and rivers, and valleys and floodplains of our southern mountains provide...
Botanical Drawing for Beginners (4-sessions)

Botanical Drawing for Beginners (4-sessions)

by | Aug 6, 2026

 Botanical Drawing for Beginners with Camille Daunno 4 sessions Tuesdays August 4th through the 25th  |  10 am – 1 pm REGISTER HERE During this beginner level class, you will learn several drawing techniques including line, shading, pen and ink. We will discuss...