Charlotte nature events

Nature Art

Saturday, Jun 15 10:00a

Have you ever noticed how much nature plays a role in all aspects of art? Nature provides the canvas and the tools to create magnificent pieces of art...

Survival 101

Sunday, Jun 2 1:30p

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Have you ever thought about if you could survive in the wilderness with limited supplies? If so, join us for a basic class on survival...

Advanced Orienteering

Friday, Jun 14 11:00a

Ribbon Walk Nature Preserve, Charlotte

Join us at Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve as we navigate our way through one of their orienteering courses. You must already know how to use a compass and follow bearings...

Fluttering Butterflies

Sunday, Jul 28 2:00p

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Come learn about the fascinating world of butterflies. We will make a butterfly craft and go outside to discover nature’s beautiful fluttering butterflies! Must call 704-432-6460 to register.

Orienteering Basics

Friday, Jun 14 10:00a

Ribbon Walk Nature Preserve, Charlotte

The compass is said to date back to 1st century B.C. and is a very important tool for naturalists, seaman, hikers, and more. Come learn how to find your way using this ancient technique...

Wonderful Weather

Saturday, May 25 11:00a

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Weather can be exciting and surprising! Through fun and easy activities, you ll learn why we see morning dew, rain and clouds. We ll then go outside and observe the weather here at Reedy Creek...

Nature Dogventure hike

Friday, Jun 7 6:00p

Ribbon Walk Nature Preserve, Charlotte

Hike with your best buddy through the woods of Ribbon Walk and Reedy...

BioDiversity Hike: Doughton Park

Saturday, May 25 8:00a

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Just off the Blueridge Parkway at MP 240, Doughton Park offers a wide variety of hiking options. We will combine easy and strenuous trails to witness all this park has to offer...

Wildlife and Native Plants

Friday, May 24 4:00p

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Ever wonder what plants attract which animals? Join us for a discussion on the importance of native plants and the animals they attract. Program will be followed by a tour of the gardens...

Celebrate National Moth Week

Friday, Jul 26 7:30p

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Moths are a misunderstood insect, they are important pollinators and a great source of food...

The Web of Life

Sunday, Jul 7 2:00p

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Where do you fit into the environment? Come discover how all living things depend on one another, including you...

Stream Search

Sunday, Jun 9 2:00p

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Come prepared to get wet and muddy as we discover what lives under that rock and in the mud in Reedy Creek's stream. We will use hand nets to try and capture these creatures and identify them...

Not So Scary Snakes

Sunday, May 26 3:00p

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

Think snakes are yucky and slimy? Many myths make people fear rather than respect these beautiful and mysterious creatures...

Farm Day

Saturday, Jun 15 10:00a

Charlotte Nature Museum, Charlotte

Visit the little farm in the big city and get up close to horses, goats, chickens and more. Also, learn about local farm life and its importance...

Nature's Fireworks Hike

Saturday, Jul 6 10:00a

Reedy Creek Nature Center, Charlotte

The more you look around you, the more you will see explosions of color! Discover how fireflies, birds, flowers and more are just some of the beautiful “fireworks” in nature...

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