Most people know that opossums are creatures of the night who might climb into your garbage can or eat the dog food left on the porch. But few people know of the incredible adaptations that North America's only marsupial has. Come learn why opossums are awesome and meet one of Balsam Mountain Trust's very own […]
Most people know that opossums are creatures of the night who might climb into your garbage can or eat the dog food left on the porch. But few people know of the incredible adaptations that North America's only marsupial has. Come learn why opossums are awesome and meet one of Balsam Mountain Trust's very own […]
Meet at the Nature Center to create an evergreen enrichment activity for the Trust’s animal ambassadors and share a little holiday cheer with the wild animals of the Preserve as well! Amy and Rachael will be your guides in making food puzzles with “Christmas Trees” for our very own critters, followed by crafting edible ornaments […]
Come learn the basics of winter tree identification using twigs and winter buds. This program will be indoors and include a tasting of warm sassafras tea.
Join Dr. Michael Wall for a gentle stroll weaving through the Forest Therapy Trail at Pinnacle Park. As we stroll, we'll observe and ponder how plants and animals in the Appalachians cope with life in the cold. Why do Christmas Ferns "lay down" for the winter? What is the story with Rhododendron leaf curl in […]
Calling all book and nature lovers, artists, scientists, poets… All are welcome! Bring your favorite tea mug, your copy of The Forest Unseen, your journal observations, and be ready to share your special finds this month. Feel free to join us even if you’ve not done the reading or found your plot yet; you’ll still […]
Join Amy at the Nature Center, grab a cup of hot tea or hot chocolate, and brush up on your bird ID skills. We’ll look at photos and listen to recordings of some of the birds we’re most likely to encounter at the Preserve this time of year, and challenge ourselves with a bird ID quiz (no pressure!). […]
