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Prairie Ridge Ecostation [1]

Mission

Prairie Ridge furthers the Museum's mission of enhancing public understanding and appreciation of the natural environment while acting as a model for renewable and sustainable energy.

Be sure to come out and visit our 45 acres of Piedmont prairie, forest, ponds, a stream and sustainable building features integrated with a wildlife-friendly landscape.

GNOMES AND FAIRIES SPRING UP AT PRAIRIE RIDGE

Saturday, May 18, 9am to noon.

Come help us celebrate as the gnomes and fairies prepare for the arrival of summer. More information [2]

Hours and Visitor Guidelines [3]

Directions [4]

What Time is it in Nature?

What Time Is It
in Nature?

What Time Is It in Nature? is your guide to the seasonal happenings of the Piedmont. From spring flowers to bird migration, check out what’s happening in the natural world around you.

  • Read the current article
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Programs at Prairie Ridge

Join us for one of our exciting educational programs or events at Prairie Ridge Ecostation.

  • Group Programs at Prairie Ridge [6]
  • Advanced Search for Public Programs [7]
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Plants, Animals & Habitats

Learn about the amazing diversity of plants and animals that call Prairie Ridge home.

  • Plants, Animals & Habitats [8]
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Source URL: http://naturalsciences.org/prairie-ridge-ecostation

Links:
[1] http://naturalsciences.org/prairie-ridge-ecostation
[2] http://naturalsciences.org/programs-events/gnomes-and-fairies-spring-prairie-ridge
[3] http://naturalsciences.org/visitor-info/hours-admissions#prairie
[4] http://naturalsciences.org/visitor-info/directions-parking#prairie
[5] http://naturalsciences.org/prairie-ridge-ecostation/what-time-is-it-in-nature
[6] http://naturalsciences.org/prairie-ridge-ecostation/programs-at-prairie-ridge
[7] http://www.naturalsciences.org/../programs-events/advanced-search
[8] http://www.naturalsciences.org/prairie-ridge-ecostation/plants-animals-habitats