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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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14 invasive species Events Found
Homeschool Day - Human Impacts Program
Day-long homeschool program exploring human impacts on marine environments through hands-on investigations, creative projects, outdoor exploration, and scientific simulations. Includes 3 hours of STEM activities, lunch break, craft time, and visitor center exploration. Multiple age-specific tracks available: WATER (ages 4-10), EARTH (ages 8-12), and AIR (drop-off for ages 12-18).
Hatfield Marine Science Center
$25.00 - $25 per...
$25.00 - $25 per person (adults and children ages 4 and above), children under 4 are free
3/6/26
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Homeschool Day - Human Impacts Program
Day-long homeschool program exploring human impacts on marine environments through hands-on investigations, creative projects, outdoor exploration, and scientific simulations. Includes 3 hours of STEM activities, lunch break, craft time, and visitor center exploration. Multiple age-specific tracks available: WATER (ages 4-10), EARTH (ages 8-12), and AIR (drop-off for ages 12-18).
$25.00 - $25 per...
$25.00 - $25 per person (adults and children ages 4 and above), children under 4 are free
In-Person
Mar 6, 9:00 PM ET
Marine Science
Environmental Science
Homeschool
Hands-On Learning
Ocean Conservation
Pollution
Invasive Species
Marine Ecosystems
Family-Friendly
Stem Education
01-18-2026
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Homeschool Day - Human Impacts Program
Day-long homeschool program exploring human impacts on marine environments through hands-on investigations, creative projects, outdoor exploration, and scientific simulations. Includes 3 hours of STEM activities, lunch break, craft time, and visitor center exploration. Multiple age-specific tracks available: WATER (ages 4-10), EARTH (ages 8-12), and AIR (drop-off for ages 12-18).
Hatfield Marine Science Center
$25.00 - $25 per...
$25.00 - $25 per person (adults and children ages 4 and above), children under 4 are free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Homeschool Day - Human Impacts Program
Day-long homeschool program exploring human impacts on marine environments through hands-on investigations, creative projects, outdoor exploration, and scientific simulations. Includes 3 hours of STEM activities, lunch break, craft time, and visitor center exploration. Multiple age-specific tracks available: WATER (ages 4-10), EARTH (ages 8-12), and AIR (drop-off for ages 12-18).
$25.00 - $25 per...
$25.00 - $25 per person (adults and children ages 4 and above), children under 4 are free
In-Person
Mar 9, 9:00 PM ET
Marine Science
Environmental Science
Homeschool
Hands-On Learning
Ocean Conservation
Pollution
Invasive Species
Marine Ecosystems
Family-Friendly
Stem Education
01-18-2026
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Mentor Session: Jennifer Gnau
Mentor session with Jennifer Gnau, a biologist and educator from The University of North Texas. Jennifer has extensive experience in environmental science research including oil spill effects, invasive species studies, water monitoring, GIS surveys, and bioaccumulation studies. She specializes in developing Environmental and Biology labs for higher education and has taught STEM to all ages.
Hilton Austin Downtown - Room 410
Free
3/10/26
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Mar
10
Mentor Session: Jennifer Gnau
Mentor session with Jennifer Gnau, a biologist and educator from The University of North Texas. Jennifer has extensive experience in environmental science research including oil spill effects, invasive species studies, water monitoring, GIS surveys, and bioaccumulation studies. She specializes in developing Environmental and Biology labs for higher education and has taught STEM to all ages.
Free
In-Person
Mar 10, 11:00 PM ET
Environmental Science
Biology
Education
Research
Mentoring
Stem Education
Oil Spill Research
Invasive Species
Water Monitoring
Gis
Bioaccumulation
Higher Education
Lab Development
02-08-2026
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March Stewardship Event
Come help out at Lost Valley Prairie SNA, a beautiful bedrock bluff prairie featuring a series of limestone ridges and dry swales that a number of remarkable plant and animal species call home. Join the Lost Valley Prairie Site Stewards in searching for and removing invasive species. Tools, instructions, and good camaraderie will be provided. Bring water, lunch, and dress for working in the weather. If you have your own gloves you'd like to use, please bring those as well. Footwear appropriate for outdoor work/hiking is recommended. There are no maintained trails or recreational facilities on this site. Registration in-advance is required, and the event will be capped at 20 attendees.
Lost Valley Prairie SNA
Free
3/21/26
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Mar
21
March Stewardship Event
Come help out at Lost Valley Prairie SNA, a beautiful bedrock bluff prairie featuring a series of limestone ridges and dry swales that a number of remarkable plant and animal species call home. Join the Lost Valley Prairie Site Stewards in searching for and removing invasive species. Tools, instructions, and good camaraderie will be provided. Bring water, lunch, and dress for working in the weather. If you have your own gloves you'd like to use, please bring those as well. Footwear appropriate for outdoor work/hiking is recommended. There are no maintained trails or recreational facilities on this site. Registration in-advance is required, and the event will be capped at 20 attendees.
Free
In-Person
Mar 21, 4:00 PM ET
Environmental Science
Ecology
Conservation
Volunteer
Stewardship
Invasive Species
Prairie Restoration
Outdoor Education
Citizen Science
Habitat Management
02-12-2026
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April Stewardship Event
Come help out at Lost Valley Prairie SNA, a beautiful bedrock bluff prairie featuring a series of limestone ridges and dry swales that a number of remarkable plant and animal species call home. Join the Lost Valley Prairie Site Stewards in searching for and removing invasive species. Tools, instructions, and good camaraderie will be provided. Bring water, lunch, and dress for working in the weather. If you have your own gloves you'd like to use, please bring those as well. Footware appropriate for outdoor work/hiking is recommended. There are no maintained trails or recreational facilities on this site. Registration in-advance is required, and the event will be capped at 20 attendees.
Lost Valley Prairie SNA
Free
4/25/26
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25
April Stewardship Event
Come help out at Lost Valley Prairie SNA, a beautiful bedrock bluff prairie featuring a series of limestone ridges and dry swales that a number of remarkable plant and animal species call home. Join the Lost Valley Prairie Site Stewards in searching for and removing invasive species. Tools, instructions, and good camaraderie will be provided. Bring water, lunch, and dress for working in the weather. If you have your own gloves you'd like to use, please bring those as well. Footware appropriate for outdoor work/hiking is recommended. There are no maintained trails or recreational facilities on this site. Registration in-advance is required, and the event will be capped at 20 attendees.
Free
In-Person
Apr 25, 4:00 PM ET
Environmental Science
Conservation
Ecology
Prairie Restoration
Invasive Species
Volunteer
Stewardship
Outdoor Education
Field Work
Biodiversity
02-12-2026
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Science Series: How to Protect Your Native Plants
Not every beautiful plant belongs everywhere. Join Longwood Land Stewardship and Ecology Technician Ellen Oordt for an inside look at how Longwood identifies, manages, and prevents the spread of invasive plants as part of our commitment to healthy, resilient landscapes. Discover how science-led stewardship supports the balance and diversity of native habitats and gain practical tips for recognizing and safeguarding your own garden from aggressive, non-native species.
Conservatory Ballroom
Free
5/17/26
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May
17
Science Series: How to Protect Your Native Plants
Not every beautiful plant belongs everywhere. Join Longwood Land Stewardship and Ecology Technician Ellen Oordt for an inside look at how Longwood identifies, manages, and prevents the spread of invasive plants as part of our commitment to healthy, resilient landscapes. Discover how science-led stewardship supports the balance and diversity of native habitats and gain practical tips for recognizing and safeguarding your own garden from aggressive, non-native species.
Free
In-Person
May 17, 5:00 PM ET
Native Plants
Invasive Species
Plant Ecology
Stewardship
Environmental Management
Biodiversity
Habitat Protection
Conservation
02-11-2026
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How to Protect Your Native Plants
Not every beautiful plant belongs everywhere. Join Longwood Land Stewardship and Ecology Technician Ellen Oordt for an inside look at how Longwood identifies, manages, and prevents the spread of invasive plants as part of our commitment to healthy, resilient landscapes. Discover how science-led stewardship supports the balance and diversity of native habitats and gain practical tips for recognizing and safeguarding your own garden from aggressive, non-native species.
Conservatory Ballroom, Longwood Gardens
Free
5/17/26
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May
17
How to Protect Your Native Plants
Not every beautiful plant belongs everywhere. Join Longwood Land Stewardship and Ecology Technician Ellen Oordt for an inside look at how Longwood identifies, manages, and prevents the spread of invasive plants as part of our commitment to healthy, resilient landscapes. Discover how science-led stewardship supports the balance and diversity of native habitats and gain practical tips for recognizing and safeguarding your own garden from aggressive, non-native species.
Free
In-Person
May 17, 5:00 PM ET
Native Plants
Invasive Species
Ecology
Environmental Stewardship
Plant Conservation
Habitat Management
Biodiversity Protection
02-11-2026
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Summer Science Camps - Arboretum Invaders
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Full day camp for grades 6-8. Multiple sections: June 1-5, July 6-10, August 3-7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
6/1/26
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Jun
1
Summer Science Camps - Arboretum Invaders
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Full day camp for grades 6-8. Multiple sections: June 1-5, July 6-10, August 3-7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
In-Person
Jun 1, 2:00 PM ET
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Summer Science Camps - Arboretum Invaders
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Multiple sessions: June 1-5, July 6-10, August 3-7.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
6/1/26
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Jun
1
Summer Science Camps - Arboretum Invaders
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Multiple sessions: June 1-5, July 6-10, August 3-7.
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
In-Person
Jun 1, 3:00 PM ET
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Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp - Section A
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Week-long camp for grades 6-8, running June 1-5, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
6/1/26
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Jun
1
Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp - Section A
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Week-long camp for grades 6-8, running June 1-5, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
In-Person
Jun 1, 3:00 PM ET
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Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Multiple sections available: June 1-5, July 6-10, and August 3-7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
6/1/26
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Jun
1
Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Multiple sections available: June 1-5, July 6-10, and August 3-7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
In-Person
Jun 1, 3:00 PM ET
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Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp - Section B
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Week-long camp for grades 6-8, running July 6-10, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
7/6/26
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Jul
6
Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp - Section B
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Week-long camp for grades 6-8, running July 6-10, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
In-Person
Jul 6, 3:00 PM ET
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Environmental Health and Toxicology Research Explorations (EnviroREx)
Investigate the impacts of environmental factors on human and animal health through multiple research techniques and fieldwork. Topics include disease epidemiology, aquatic toxicology, invasive species, environmental DNA, and more! Program runs from July 19th - 31st, 2026.
University of Florida
Free
7/19/26
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Jul
19
Environmental Health and Toxicology Research Explorations (EnviroREx)
Investigate the impacts of environmental factors on human and animal health through multiple research techniques and fieldwork. Topics include disease epidemiology, aquatic toxicology, invasive species, environmental DNA, and more! Program runs from July 19th - 31st, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Jul 19, 12:00 PM ET
Environmental Health
Toxicology
Epidemiology
Aquatic Toxicology
Invasive Species
Environmental Dna
Fieldwork
Summer Program
University Of Florida
02-10-2026
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Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp - Section C
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Week-long camp for grades 6-8, running August 3-7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Morton Arboretum
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
8/3/26
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Aug
3
Arboretum Invaders Summer Science Camp - Section C
Uncover alien species that have invaded the woodlands, prairies, and wetlands of Illinois. Learn why we consider these species invasive, how to remove them, and develop ways to prevent their return. Week-long camp for grades 6-8, running August 3-7, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$425.00 - Member...
$425.00 - Members $425, Non-members $470
In-Person
Aug 3, 3:00 PM ET
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