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SUMMARY:Lifelong Adventure: Crystal Coast
DESCRIPTION:We’ll stay right on the beach for explorations of natural areas along the Crystal Coast\, also known as the Southern Banks. Short to moderate hikes in maritime forests\, tidal marshes\, Longleaf Pine forests and a rare limestone Bald Cypress swamp are all on the itinerary.\nHotel lodging reservation information will be emailed to registrants. \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: Tuesday\, March 10 at 10:00 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-adventure-crystal-coast-2/
LOCATION:In the Field
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lifelong Learners,Outdoor Experiences,Trips
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SUMMARY:Illuminating AI Series: How AI Reveals Hidden Stories in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Investigating the Science Behind Artificial Intelligence\nThe Illuminating AI series transforms cutting-edge research into accessible public conversations\, showcasing the work of scientists at the Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI)\, UNC-Chapel Hill\, NC State University\, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences (NCMNS) and Google AI for Nature. \nThis initiative examines the science underlying today’s AI headlines\, guiding audiences through the technology that drives artificial intelligence while investigating its effects on the natural environment. \nDuring Spring 2026\, RENCI and NCMNS will co-produce three lunchtime learning sessions culminating in he April 16 Science Café: Illuminating AI Night. Sessions are all free and open to the public. \nMarch 24 from 12:00pm-1:00pm \nHow AI Reveals Hidden Stories in Nature\, a virtual panel discussion featuring: \n\nAngel Hsu\, UNC Chapel Hill and the Data-Driven EnviroLab \nRoland Kays\, NC State and the NC Museum of Natural Sciences\nDan Morris\, Google AI for Nature and Society\nModerator\, Becky Boyles\, RENCI at UNC Chapel Hill\n\nWatch the recorded livestream. \n\nRegister for the Webinar \nApril 16 from 6:00pm-8:00pm \nScience Café: Illuminating AI Night \n6:00pm-7:00pm: Meet local scientists and interact with themed exhibits to learn about their exciting research \n7:00pm\, Science Cafe: Illuminating Artificial Intelligence: Using AI to increase the value of Museum specimens \nOur evening keynote pairs Dr. Chris Bizon\, Director of Data Science and Analytics at RENCI and Dr. Lily Hughes\, Research Curator of Ichthyology at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences and Research Assistant Professor at NC State University\, highlighting how artificial intelligence illuminates our understanding of the Museum’s ichthyology collections. \n\nThe Illuminating AI series is a collaborative partnership between RENCI at UNC Chapel Hill and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/illuminating-ai-series-2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Nature Research Center\, 121 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Daily Programs,Discussions,Downtown Raleigh,Educators,General Events,Lectures,Meet the Scientist,SECU Daily Planet Theater,Special Lectures,Teens,Walk-up Programs
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Feeding: Lobster
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live feeding of the Maine lobster in the Arthropod Zoo and meet Living Collections staff. This clawed crustacean is formidable and feisty with a tough exoskeleton to help it survive. Many crustaceans incorporate minerals like lime into their exoskeleton\, which thickens and strengthens it. \nThis walk-up program is offered: \n\nTuesday and Saturday — 1:30pm\n\nLocation: Nature Exploration Center\, 4th floor\, Arthropod Zoo. \nNo registration required.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/live-animal-feeding-lobster-4/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,All Ages,Children,Downtown Raleigh,Live Animals,Teens,Walk-up Programs
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