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SUMMARY:Lifelong Hike: Flower Hill
DESCRIPTION:Flower Hill (Triangle Land Conservancy Preserve) includes a series of steep north facing bluffs with a disjunct community of Catawba Rhododendron and other plant species more commonly found in the mountains. Flower lovers have been making pilgrimages to Flower Hill in the spring for the past 100 years to enjoy the rhododendron in bloom. \nPlease note: You will be required to enter the following information for each registrant before you can complete your registration: emergency contact\, physician contact and health information (allergies\, conditions\, medications relevant to this field experience). Take a moment to gather this information before beginning your registration. \nREGISTRATION IS FULL FOR THIS TRIP \nIf the trip is full\, please email Missy Chernick to be added to the waitlist. \nRegistration deadline:  Monday\, April 14 at 9:00 AM \nFor additional information about this trip and other Lifelong Hikes & Adventures\, contact Jerry Reynolds at 919.707.9884.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/lifelong-hike-flower-hill/
LOCATION:In the Field
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lifelong Learners,Outdoor Experiences,Trips
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Discovery: Weathering the Storm: The Benefits of Restoring Natural Floodplains for Communities and Ecosystems
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about Conserving Carolina’s innovative floodplain restoration projects along North Carolina’s French Broad River\, focusing on their role in mitigating flood risks\, improving biodiversity and enhancing water quality. Using real-world examples\, such as the Pleasant Grove and Kings Bridge restorations\, we’ll explore strategies to restore natural functions to floodplains and build resilience against extreme weather events like Tropical Storm Helene. \nJoin us in the SECU Daily Planet Theater or watch the livestream on YouTube Live. \nOur Guest\nDavid Lee\, Natural Resources Director\, Conserving Carolina\nLia Waldrum\, Indigenous Partnership and Restoration Coordinator\, Conserving Carolina \n\nLive Presentation hosted by NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ SECU Daily Planet Curator Chris Smith and the NC Department of Environmental Quality Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs staff. \nBrought to you by the NC DEQ Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs and the NC Museum of Natural Sciences. \n
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/lunchtime-discovery-weathering-the-storm/
LOCATION:Nature Research Center\, 121 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Downtown Raleigh,Educators,General Events,K-12 Students,Lectures,Lunchtime Discovery,SECU Daily Planet Theater,Teens,Virtual
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