Free. Wednesday, February 18, 1pm. Bat Facts and Fiction at the Lanier Library, 72 Chestnut St., Tryon. ♦ During the program, Pam Torlina of Conserving Carolina will explore common beliefs about bats and help attendees learn which are fact and which are fiction. Topics include whether more that half of bats carry rabies, if bats […]
Free. Wednesday, February 18, 1:30pm, Floral Design Program at FENCE♦ The Tryon Garden Club presents a meet and greet with floral designer Susan Bain. The afternoon will include a presentation, short slideshow, ample time for questions, and conclude with a live demonstration in which Susan will create a floral arrangement. The presentation will explore how […]
Free, Feb 19, 9am. Winter Bird Walk at FENCE. ♦ Birders of all levels are welcome. Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring along binoculars if you have them.
Free. February 21, 10:30am, Walnut Creek Preserve Speaker Series: Oak - The Tree of Civilization. Steve Pettis discusses the history and plant science of how oak trees and humans share […]
Free event. Tuesday, March 3, 7pm. Special Film Screening of "The Extraordinary Caterpillar - A Film Celebration of Nature's Unsung Heroes" at the Historic Tryon Theatre, Tryon. ♦ Prepare to […]
Free. Tuesday, March 10, 1-4pm, Wonders of Winter Ecology Walk at FENCE♦ Join naturalist, Luke Cannon, for an afternoon of exploring the hidden life of the winter landscape. Learn about woodland trees and plants, birds and bird language, animal tracks and sign, and how wildlife responses and adapts to the pressures of winter. This event […]
Free. March 10, 2-3:30pm, Saluda Library Speaker Series: The Backyard Chorus - Insect Songs Through the Seasons" Speaker Timothy G. Forrest explains why insects makes sounds, the most common sound-producing species in North Carolina, when they are most active, and more. Advance registration is requested due to limited seating. Register here: https://conservingcarolina.org
Free. Wednesday, March 18 at 3:30pm. Chimney Rock State Park presents Animals of Appalachia at Columbus Library. Get up close with animal ambassadors while learning about the wildlife that roams […]
Free. March 28, 10am, and April 7, 9am. Spring Wildflower Walk at FENCE ♦ Enjoy a guided walk around the FENCE property identifying wildflowers. Please RSVP online at: https://www.fence.org/calendar
Free. March 29, 12-3pm. Go Fly a Kite Day at FENCE, Tryon. ♦ It's a perfect day to Go Fly a Kite at FENCE♦. Come by from 12-3pm for a […]