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SUMMARY:Lifelong Hike: Howell Woods Birding
DESCRIPTION:Birds will be our focus on this special birding experience at Howell Woods. Located in southeastern Johnston County\, Howell Woods is a 2800-acre natural area owned and managed by Johnston Community College for educational and recreational purposes. After an indoor introductory session\, Howell Woods staff and guest biologists will lead our exploration of some of the diverse habitats in search of birds. \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 FOR THIS TRIP IS FULL \nIf the trip is full\, please email Missy Chernick to be added to the waitlist. \nRegistration deadline: Monday\, April 13 at 8:00 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-howell-woods-birding/
LOCATION:In the Field
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lifelong Learners,Outdoor Experiences,Trips
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Feeding – Ocean Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live feeding of the marine life in the Our Changing Oceans aquarium and meet our Living Collections staff. Species currently in our 10\,000-gallon aquarium include: \n\nAngelfish (gray\, French)\nTangs (Atlantic blue\, ocean surgeon\, doctorfish)\nGrunts (bluestriped\, French\, porkfish)\nBalloonfish\nLobsters\n\nThis walk-up program is offered: \n\nWednesday & Friday — 10:45am\n\nLocation: Nature Research Center\, 1st floor\, Our Changing Oceans exhibit. \nNo registration required.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/live-animal-feeding-ocean-habitat-4/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,All Ages,Children,Live Animals,Teens,Walk-up Programs
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Discovery: Conservation Corps 101: Connecting Young People to Service in North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person in the SECU Daily Planet Theater or watch the livestream on YouTube. \nFrom the original Civilian Conservation Corps to today’s modern movement\, join us to learn how conservation corps programs connect the dots between conservation action and workforce development. Hear how Conservation Corps North Carolina is creating unique experiences for youth and young adults around the state to work and serve while building skills in land management\, forestry\, disaster recovery\, species conservation\, parks and recreation management\, GIS\, and so much more. \nJessie Birckhead\, Executive Director\, Conservation Corps North Carolina \n\nThroughout the month of April\, the Lunchtime Discovery Series will recognize Earth Day. These live presentations will be held Wednesdays from noon to 1:00 p.m. and are hosted by the NC Museum of Natural Sciences Coordinator of Current Science Programs Chris Smith. \nBrought to you by the NC DEQ Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs and the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/lunchtime-discovery-conservation-corps-101-connecting-young-people-to-service-in-north-carolina/
LOCATION:Nature Research Center\, 121 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Discussions,Educators,General Events,K-12 Students,Lectures,Lunchtime Discovery,Teens,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Incredible Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. Day-to-day topics vary but often include physics and chemistry demonstrations on inertia\, buoyancy and electromagnetism. Enjoy natural science topics such as the incredible composition of beaver teeth or the amazing design and strength of birds’ eggs. \nThis walk-up program is offered: \n\nWednesdays — 1:30pm\nThursdays — 1:30pm\nFridays — 1:30pm\nSaturdays — 12:30pm\, 2pm\n\nLocation: Windows on the World on the 3rd floor of the Nature Exploration Center. \nDesigned for ages 7 and up. No registration required.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/incredible-science-5/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,All Ages,Children,Teens,Walk-up Programs,Windows on the World
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