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SUMMARY:Southern Appalachian Mayflies\, Stoneflies\, and Caddisflies: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:4 Credit Hours\nJune 21–July 2\nInstructors: Session 1: Dr. John Morse\, Clemson University & Dr. Alexander Orfinger\, Dalton State College. Session 2: Dr. John Morse\, Clemson University & Dr. Kelly Murray-Stoker\, Emory University\nCost: $1\,000.00 \nThis immersive\, two-week course provides a comprehensive introduction to the natural history\, evolution\, and taxonomy of the three major aquatic insect orders used in freshwater bioassessment: mayflies (Ephemeroptera)\, stoneflies (Plecoptera)\, and caddisflies (Trichoptera). Through a combination of several field excursions to Appalachian mountain streams and focused laboratory identification sessions\, students will develop the skills needed to recognize EPT larvae—typically to at least genus—and adults to family level. \nCourse topics include systematics\, morphology\, behavioral and physiological adaptations for freshwater life\, and the ecological roles of EPT taxa in stream ecosystems. Fieldwork emphasizes diverse collecting techniques across multiple stream orders\, while laboratory sessions provide structured practice with diagnostic characters and curated identification resources. Throughout the course\, students engage with the principles that make EPT taxa foundational to ecological monitoring\, water-quality assessment\, and aquatic biodiversity research. \nIdeal for students in ecology\, entomology\, environmental science\, or freshwater biology\, this course offers the rare opportunity to build taxonomic expertise through intensive hands-on training in one of the most biodiverse regions of the Southern Appalachians.
URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/southern-appalachian-mayflies-stoneflies-and-caddisflies-session-1/
LOCATION:Highlands Biological Station\, 265 North 6th St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
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SUMMARY:Under the Canopy: A Guided Tree Walk with Dr. Paul Manos
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 1\, 202612:00 PMHighlands Botanical Gardens\nThe tour will begin at the Highlands Nature Center.\n \nLook up\, lean in\, and discover the remarkable trees of the Highlands Botanical Garden!\n \nJoin Dr. Paul Manos for Under the Canopy\, a guided walk exploring the trees that shape our Southern Appalachian landscape. Along the way\, Paul will share tips for recognizing species by their leaves\, bark\, branching patterns\, and other distinctive characteristics while discussing their natural history and ecological importance.\n \nWhether you are an experienced plant enthusiast or simply curious about the trees growing around you\, this walk will offer a fresh perspective on the forest overhead.\nThe tour is free and open to the public. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. We’ll meet at the Highlands Nature Center before heading into the gardens!
URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/under-the-canopy-a-guided-tree-walk-with-dr-paul-manos/
LOCATION:Highlands Nature Center\, 930 Horse Cove Rd.\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
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SUMMARY:Science on the Rocks: What Trees Can Tell Us
DESCRIPTION:Science on the Rocks: What Trees Can Tell Us📅 Wednesday\, July 1\, 2026 | 4:00 PM📍 Weyman\, Highlands Biological StationFree and open to the public \nWhat can trees tell us about the past? Join Liam Stiefel\, University Program Associate at Highlands Biological Station\, for an informal Science on the Rocks conversation focused on dendrochronology — the science of using tree rings to better understand history\, climate\, forest growth\, and environmental change. \nThis relaxed gathering is a great opportunity to learn how trees serve as living records of the landscapes around us. \nCome curious\, bring your questions\, and settle in for an evening of science and conversation at HBS. \nPresenter: Liam Stiefel\, University Program AssociateTopic: DendrochronologyLocation: Weyman\, Highlands Biological Station
URL:https://highlandsbiological.org/event/science-on-the-rocks-what-trees-can-tell-us/
LOCATION:Weyman Building\, 265 N 6th St\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
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