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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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15 forest ecology Events Found
Fleeting Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
The first heralds of spring appear not in towering trees but on the forest floor--small, delicate plants known as spring ephemerals.
Longwood Gardens
Free
3/7/26
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7
Fleeting Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
The first heralds of spring appear not in towering trees but on the forest floor--small, delicate plants known as spring ephemerals.
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 6:00 PM ET
02-09-2026
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Science Series: Fleeting Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
The first heralds of spring appear not in towering trees but on the forest floor--small, delicate plants known as spring ephemerals. These fleeting beauties emerge quickly to capture sunlight before the canopy closes and summer begins. Though their season is brief, their impact is lasting. Hear from Longwood Senior Land Stewardship Technician Pandora Young as they describe how Longwood protects, manages, and cares for these charismatic native flowers. Discover practical steps you can take to help these spring beauties flourish and learn how their presence reveals the health of the forests we all depend on.
Conservatory Ballroom
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Science Series: Fleeting Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
The first heralds of spring appear not in towering trees but on the forest floor--small, delicate plants known as spring ephemerals. These fleeting beauties emerge quickly to capture sunlight before the canopy closes and summer begins. Though their season is brief, their impact is lasting. Hear from Longwood Senior Land Stewardship Technician Pandora Young as they describe how Longwood protects, manages, and cares for these charismatic native flowers. Discover practical steps you can take to help these spring beauties flourish and learn how their presence reveals the health of the forests we all depend on.
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 6:00 PM ET
Spring Ephemerals
Native Plants
Forest Ecology
Botany
Plant Stewardship
Forest Health
Environmental Science
Seasonal Plants
02-11-2026
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Fleeting Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
The first heralds of spring appear not in towering trees but on the forest floor--small, delicate plants known as spring ephemerals. These fleeting beauties emerge quickly to capture sunlight before the canopy closes and summer begins. Though their season is brief, their impact is lasting. Hear from Longwood Senior Land Stewardship Technician Pandora Young as they describe how Longwood protects, manages, and cares for these charismatic native flowers. Discover practical steps you can take to help these spring beauties flourish and learn how their presence reveals the health of the forests we all depend on.
Conservatory Ballroom, Longwood Gardens
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Fleeting Beauty of Spring Ephemerals
The first heralds of spring appear not in towering trees but on the forest floor--small, delicate plants known as spring ephemerals. These fleeting beauties emerge quickly to capture sunlight before the canopy closes and summer begins. Though their season is brief, their impact is lasting. Hear from Longwood Senior Land Stewardship Technician Pandora Young as they describe how Longwood protects, manages, and cares for these charismatic native flowers. Discover practical steps you can take to help these spring beauties flourish and learn how their presence reveals the health of the forests we all depend on.
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 6:00 PM ET
Botany
Native Plants
Forest Ecology
Spring Ephemerals
Plant Conservation
Environmental Stewardship
Biodiversity
02-11-2026
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Trees of the Revolution
Trees have always been an important part of our lives providing us with food, shelter, and income. Some species were especially important during the early days of our nation. Join us on a hike to learn about the role that American forests had shaping the country as we know it. Registration for this program will open at 8:00 AM on February 1, 2026.
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Free Event
3/28/26
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28
Trees of the Revolution
Trees have always been an important part of our lives providing us with food, shelter, and income. Some species were especially important during the early days of our nation. Join us on a hike to learn about the role that American forests had shaping the country as we know it. Registration for this program will open at 8:00 AM on February 1, 2026.
Free Event
In-Person
Mar 28, 6:30 PM ET
Environmental Science
Forestry
Ecology
Biology
American History
Nature Education
Hiking
Outdoor Education
Trees
Forest Ecology
02-10-2026
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Spring Walk on Rich Mountain
Come spend a (most likely) misty spring morning in the Ouachita Oak Montane Forest on top of the second highest peak in Arkansas with Virginia McDaniel (Forest Service botanist) and Jennifer Ogle (University of Arkansas Herbarium). Rich Mountain is known for its sky island forest of stunted oak woodlands and rich herbaceous vegetation. Level of Difficulty: Trail will be rugged and rocky so bring some sturdy walking shoes. RSVP Requested: Text Virginia McDaniel at 828-545-2062. This trip is co-sponsored by the Arkansas Native Plant Society and UARK Herbarium.
Queen Wilhelmina Lodge on top of Rich Mountain
Free
4/10/26
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10
Spring Walk on Rich Mountain
Come spend a (most likely) misty spring morning in the Ouachita Oak Montane Forest on top of the second highest peak in Arkansas with Virginia McDaniel (Forest Service botanist) and Jennifer Ogle (University of Arkansas Herbarium). Rich Mountain is known for its sky island forest of stunted oak woodlands and rich herbaceous vegetation. Level of Difficulty: Trail will be rugged and rocky so bring some sturdy walking shoes. RSVP Requested: Text Virginia McDaniel at 828-545-2062. This trip is co-sponsored by the Arkansas Native Plant Society and UARK Herbarium.
Free
In-Person
Apr 10, 4:00 PM ET
Botany
Biology
Field Trip
Nature Walk
Plant Science
Herbarium
Environmental Science
Outdoor Education
Arkansas Native Plants
Forest Ecology
01-20-2026
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Epic Explorations Day Camp
Join us for a wild week of exploration and imagination! We'll whittle and paint our own hiking sticks as we start on our trek through the forest and make our own pouches to collect natural treasures we find along the way. We'll bring our binoculars and magnifying glasses to search the forest high and low for amazing animals and imagine what lies beyond the edge of the woods. Activities include morning and closing circle, water time, deep woods and field games, whittling, storytelling, and critter searching. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM for ages 5-12. We try to spend as much time outdoors as possible, even on chilly days!
Whispering Pines
$459.00 - 5-day...
$459.00 - 5-day camp program
4/13/26
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13
Epic Explorations Day Camp
Join us for a wild week of exploration and imagination! We'll whittle and paint our own hiking sticks as we start on our trek through the forest and make our own pouches to collect natural treasures we find along the way. We'll bring our binoculars and magnifying glasses to search the forest high and low for amazing animals and imagine what lies beyond the edge of the woods. Activities include morning and closing circle, water time, deep woods and field games, whittling, storytelling, and critter searching. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM for ages 5-12. We try to spend as much time outdoors as possible, even on chilly days!
$459.00 - 5-day...
$459.00 - 5-day camp program
In-Person
Apr 13, 1:00 PM ET
Nature Exploration
Outdoor Education
Environmental Science
Biology
Wildlife Observation
Hands-On Learning
Stem Education
Forest Ecology
Natural Science
02-12-2026
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Pileated Woodpeckers & Forest Birds (Class & Walk)
A class and walk focusing on Pileated Woodpeckers and Forest Birds. Members pay $5, non-members pay $10. Multiple registrants allowed (up to 10).
Virtual
$5.00 - $5 for m...
$5.00 - $5 for members, $10 for non-members
6/14/26
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14
Pileated Woodpeckers & Forest Birds (Class & Walk)
A class and walk focusing on Pileated Woodpeckers and Forest Birds. Members pay $5, non-members pay $10. Multiple registrants allowed (up to 10).
$5.00 - $5 for m...
$5.00 - $5 for members, $10 for non-members
In-Person
Jun 14, 2:00 PM ET
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Pileated Woodpeckers & Forest Birds
Program on Pileated Woodpeckers and other forest birds. Learn about unique adaptations and how they excavate holes in trees. Includes classroom session and wooded trail birding. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Deer Pond Farm
Free
6/14/26
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Jun
14
Pileated Woodpeckers & Forest Birds
Program on Pileated Woodpeckers and other forest birds. Learn about unique adaptations and how they excavate holes in trees. Includes classroom session and wooded trail birding. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Free
In-Person
Jun 14, 2:00 PM ET
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Olympic Backpacker
5-day backpacking adventure for grades 9-12 along the stunning Olympic Coast. Young explorers will trek through lush forests, traverse sandy beaches, and discover hidden tide pools teeming with marine life. Focuses on outdoor skills and environmental science education.
Olympic Coast
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6/15/26
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15
Olympic Backpacker
5-day backpacking adventure for grades 9-12 along the stunning Olympic Coast. Young explorers will trek through lush forests, traverse sandy beaches, and discover hidden tide pools teeming with marine life. Focuses on outdoor skills and environmental science education.
Sliding scale pr...
Sliding scale pricing available - see website for details
In-Person
Jun 15, 11:30 AM ET
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Summer Camps - Life in the Forest
4-day overnight camp for ages 8-16 at main campus and 'Life in the Forest' themed day camp for ages 7-14 at Lake Fayetteville campus. Focus on forest ecology, tree biology, and woodland ecosystems.
Ozark Natural Science Center
Scholarships ava...
Scholarships available
6/15/26
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15
Summer Camps - Life in the Forest
4-day overnight camp for ages 8-16 at main campus and 'Life in the Forest' themed day camp for ages 7-14 at Lake Fayetteville campus. Focus on forest ecology, tree biology, and woodland ecosystems.
Scholarships ava...
Scholarships available
In-Person
Jun 15, 2026
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https://onsc.us/camps
01-19-2026
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Summer Day Camp: Life in the Forest
A 4-day summer camp where campers ages 7-14 will learn essential outdoor skills while exploring forest ecosystems through hikes, hands-on science, and nature journaling. Activities include plant identification, campsite setup, water purification, botany, forest ecology, eco-art, nature journaling, and hands-on science lessons. Daily schedule runs from 7:30-9am drop-off to 5-6pm pickup with morning field investigations, lunch break, and afternoon activities. Scholarships available through Walton Family Foundation grant. Requires packed lunch and closed-toe shoes.
ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville
$275.00 - $275.0...
$275.00 - $275.00 plus $6.88 service fee per camper
6/15/26
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15
Summer Day Camp: Life in the Forest
A 4-day summer camp where campers ages 7-14 will learn essential outdoor skills while exploring forest ecosystems through hikes, hands-on science, and nature journaling. Activities include plant identification, campsite setup, water purification, botany, forest ecology, eco-art, nature journaling, and hands-on science lessons. Daily schedule runs from 7:30-9am drop-off to 5-6pm pickup with morning field investigations, lunch break, and afternoon activities. Scholarships available through Walton Family Foundation grant. Requires packed lunch and closed-toe shoes.
$275.00 - $275.0...
$275.00 - $275.00 plus $6.88 service fee per camper
In-Person
Jun 15, 1:30 PM ET
Outdoor Education
Forest Ecology
Environmental Science
Botany
Nature Study
Field Investigation
Hands-On Learning
Outdoor Skills
Nature Journaling
Arkansas
Scholarships Available
02-10-2026
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Life in the Forest Day Camp
4-day camp teaching essential outdoor skills while exploring forest ecosystems through hikes, hands-on science, and nature journaling. Learn plant identification and campsite setup to build confidence and curiosity in the woods.
ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville
Free
6/15/26
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Jun
15
Life in the Forest Day Camp
4-day camp teaching essential outdoor skills while exploring forest ecosystems through hikes, hands-on science, and nature journaling. Learn plant identification and campsite setup to build confidence and curiosity in the woods.
Free
In-Person
Jun 15, 1:30 PM ET
Forest Ecology
Outdoor Skills
Plant Identification
Camping Skills
Nature Journaling
Wilderness Education
Arkansas
Summer Camp
02-10-2026
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Enchanted - TimberNook Lake Winnebago Region Mythical Creatures
A magical 3-day summer camp for kids aged 4-9, where imagination runs wild in the woods. Children will dive deep into their imaginations as they bring dramatic roles to life, transforming into mermaids, dragons, hosting woodland tea parties, and building cozy unicorn dens. This is a 100% outdoor program running from 9am-12:30pm June 29-July 1, 2026. Drop-off is 8:55-9:05 am and pick up is 12:25-12:35 pm. Staff maintains a 1:6 ratio with children. Expect children to go home dirty - it's a good sign of a great day!
Kiekhaefer Park
$125.00 - 3-day...
$125.00 - 3-day program fee
6/29/26
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Jun
29
Enchanted - TimberNook Lake Winnebago Region Mythical Creatures
A magical 3-day summer camp for kids aged 4-9, where imagination runs wild in the woods. Children will dive deep into their imaginations as they bring dramatic roles to life, transforming into mermaids, dragons, hosting woodland tea parties, and building cozy unicorn dens. This is a 100% outdoor program running from 9am-12:30pm June 29-July 1, 2026. Drop-off is 8:55-9:05 am and pick up is 12:25-12:35 pm. Staff maintains a 1:6 ratio with children. Expect children to go home dirty - it's a good sign of a great day!
$125.00 - 3-day...
$125.00 - 3-day program fee
In-Person
Jun 29, 2:00 PM ET
Outdoor Education
Nature
Environmental Science
Biology
Forest Ecology
Imagination
Creative Play
Stem Education
Hands-On Learning
Problem-Solving
02-13-2026
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Redwoods Overnight Camp
6-day overnight camping experience for middle school students (grades 6-8) exploring the California Redwoods ecosystem. Program runs Sunday July 27 through Friday July 31, 2026. Focus on forest ecology, conservation, and wilderness skills.
California Redwoods
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7/27/26
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27
Redwoods Overnight Camp
6-day overnight camping experience for middle school students (grades 6-8) exploring the California Redwoods ecosystem. Program runs Sunday July 27 through Friday July 31, 2026. Focus on forest ecology, conservation, and wilderness skills.
Sliding scale pr...
Sliding scale pricing available - see website for details
In-Person
Jul 27, 11:30 AM ET
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Tiny Ones - TimberNook Lake Winnebago Region 4-week Summer Session
Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. This is a 4-week session meeting each Friday in August from 9-11am - August 7, 14, 21, 28. This program is for children ages 1-6 years with adult participation required. TimberNook is a 100% outdoor program and children should wear weather-appropriate clothing including close-toed shoes. Each family should bring a backpack with change of clothes and shoes, water bottle, bug spray, healthy snack, and towel. This is NOT a drop-off program. Children will have the opportunity to bring a stuffed animal from home each week to go on different adventures.
Kiekhaefer Park
$100.00 - $100.0...
$100.00 - $100.00 for 4-week session
8/7/26
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Aug
7
Tiny Ones - TimberNook Lake Winnebago Region 4-week Summer Session
Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. This is a 4-week session meeting each Friday in August from 9-11am - August 7, 14, 21, 28. This program is for children ages 1-6 years with adult participation required. TimberNook is a 100% outdoor program and children should wear weather-appropriate clothing including close-toed shoes. Each family should bring a backpack with change of clothes and shoes, water bottle, bug spray, healthy snack, and towel. This is NOT a drop-off program. Children will have the opportunity to bring a stuffed animal from home each week to go on different adventures.
$100.00 - $100.0...
$100.00 - $100.00 for 4-week session
In-Person
Aug 7, 4:00 PM ET
Outdoor Education
Nature Play
Child Development
Environmental Science
Biology
Forest Ecology
Hands-On Learning
Parent-Child Program
Outdoor Exploration
Natural Sciences
02-13-2026
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